Hold on to your seats, storm chasers! A sequel to the epic disaster movie Twister is in the works, and it's sure to bring a whirlwind of excitement. The upcoming film, titled Twisters, promises to be a new chapter in the adrenaline-fueled universe of storm chasing. With rumors swirling about the plot and casting choices, fans of the original movie are eagerly anticipating what's in store.

Twister, the iconic 1996 disaster film, has been a cult classic for years, and for good reason. This action-packed movie has it all: epic tornadoes, a thrilling love story, and a cast of talented actors who bring the drama to life. With its intense visuals, heart-pumping soundtrack, and unforgettable scenes, Twister has been a favorite of moviegoers for decades. But it's not just the film's intense thrills and emotional moments that made it a fan favorite. Twister also had a major impact on pop culture, inspiring everything from merchandise to amusement park rides. Who could forget the classic line, "We've got cows!" or the iconic scene of a tornado tearing through a cornfield? Twister's legacy has endured for over two decades, making it a staple of '90s cinema and beyond.

Since the announcement of its long-awaited sequel, fans are eagerly anticipating what's in store for Twisters and the thrilling ride it promises to take them on. So, grab your weatherproof gear, get ready to brave the elements, and let's take a closer look at what we know so far about Twisters!

Editor's Note: This piece was updated on February 12, 2024.

Does 'Twisters' Have a Release Date?

Get ready to be swept off your feet! The much-awaited Twisters movie is coming to town on July 19, 2024. The movie will be opening amidst a crowded summer month of blockbusters that also includes Marvel Studios' Deadpool & Wolverine and Illumination's Despicable Me 4.

Will 'Twisters' Be in Theaters or on Streaming?

The movie is currently locked in for a theatrical release. At the moment, there isn’t much information on the film's streaming release, but it will likely get a streaming release at some point after the theatrical run. Since the film is being distributed by Universal in North America, chances are that it will be available to stream on Peacock around 90 days after its theatrical release.

Is There a Trailer for 'Twisters'?

The first official trailer for Twisters was released by Universal Pictures during Super Bowl LVIII on February 11, 2024. The first look at the film introduces us to the main trio of storm chasers and the twin cyclones that will be terrorizing the small town in the film.

Who Will Star in 'Twisters'?

The cast for Twisters features some talented actors who are sure to raise the bar for the franchise, with Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and Anthony Ramos starring in the leading roles of the highly anticipated film. Powell, known for his roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Anyone But You, will play a character named Tyler Owens, a charismatic influencer and thrill-seeker nicknamed "the Tornado Wrangler" who has amassed a large group of followers. Meanwhile, Edgar-Jones, who captured our hearts in the hit series Normal People and the movie Where the Crawdads Sing, will bring her natural charm and talent to the role of Kate Cooper, a former storm chaser who had a traumatic encounter with a tornado in college and now spends her days in New York City studying storm patterns on computer screens. Ramos, who has been making waves with his performances in Hamilton and In the Heights, will star as Javi, Kate's friend who lures her back into the world of storm chasing to test a new tracking system.

Sasha Lane (American Honey) stars as Lily, who is one of Tyler's storm-chasing partners. Other cast members on board for the sequel include Brandon Perea (Nope), Daryl McCormack (Peaky Blinders), Maura Tierney (NewsRadio), Harry Hadden-Paton (The Crown), Kiernan Shipka (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina), Nik Dodani (Atypical), David Corenswet (Superman: Legacy), Tunde Adebimpe (Rachel Getting Married), and Katy O'Brian (The Mandalorian).

In the original Twister movie, Helen Hunt played the fearless and determined Dr. Jo Harding, who leads the charge in developing a tornado data-gathering device. Her estranged husband, Bill, was portrayed by the charming and witty late actor Bill Paxton, who joins the team for one last mission to test their invention. And let's not forget about Cary Elwes, who played the sleazy and competitive Dr. Jonas Miller, who tries to steal the team's technology and beat them to the punch.

What Will 'Twisters' Be About?

The sequel to the classic 1996 movie has been in development since 2020 and Universal has stated that it will be a "new chapter" in the franchise's world. However, it was initially reported that the film is expected to center around the daughter of the iconic characters played by Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton, who's carrying on the family tradition of chasing storms. This would later be debunked by the film's screenwriter Mark L. Smith in an interview with Collider's Steve Weintraub. Smith, when talking about working on the film with Lee Isaac Chung, going on to say:

"It's a lot of fun. He did his own thing to the script a little bit because that's what they do, so I don't know about some of the changes exactly. So, I don’t know the details, but it's a separate story. It's not a continuation of the original. But it's just a real wild ride with some good, fun characters. Hopefully, we can tap into what the original had because that thing is just iconic. But it's so cool to have a director like Isaac taking on something like this. It's just so out of his norm, and I think he's having fun. I was texting with him a couple days ago, and it's just all craziness of it."

Smith also revealed that the subject of climate change will play a major role in the film, saying:

"I talked to so many storm experts, tornado experts, storm chasers, and rode around with some. Even the tornado season itself, because of climate change, what used to be tornado alley going through a certain stretch. It now extends so further east, and it's moving across, and the dates are wider, and the numbers are higher, and the storms themselves are more violent. So we did use elements of that just to shine a light on it, as well, the causes and effects of climate change."

The official synopsis for Twisters reads:

Edgar-Jones stars as Kate Cooper, a former storm chaser haunted by a devastating encounter with a tornado during her college years who now studies storm patterns on screens safely in New York City. She is lured back to the open plains by her friend, Javi (Golden Globe nominee Anthony Ramos, In the Heights) to test a groundbreaking new tracking system. There, she crosses paths with Tyler Owens (Powell), the charming and reckless social-media superstar who thrives on posting his storm-chasing adventures with his raucous crew, the more dangerous the better. As storm season intensifies, terrifying phenomena never seen before are unleashed, and Kate, Tyler and their competing teams find themselves squarely in the paths of multiple storm systems converging over central Oklahoma in the fight of their lives.

Who's Making 'Twisters'?

Lee Isaac Chung the Oscar-nominated director of the critically acclaimed movie Minari, is directing Twisters. This would mark Chung's first foray into big-budget, action-packed tentpoles. Top Gun: Maverick filmmaker Joseph Kosinski was initially set to direct the film, but left due to a scheduling conflict with his upcoming F1 movie starring Brad Pitt.

Mark L. Smith, the screenwriter behind The Boys in the Boat, has been signed on to write the script, while Frank Marshall from the Kennedy/Marshall Company will be producing the film. Smith has a track record of working with Hollywood heavy-hitter George Clooney, having penned the script for the Netflix movie Midnight Sky, which Clooney directed and starred in. Patrick Crowley, most known for producing the Jurassic and Bourne franchises, will also be producing the disaster flick. Twisters will also be co-financed by Warner Bros. Pictures. The studio execs overseeing the production are Sara Scott and Jacqueline Garell from Universal and Ashley Jay Sandberg from Kennedy/Marshall.

One person not involved in the sequel is the 1996 film's director Jan de Bont who revealed in an interview that nobody reached out to him to consult on the film.

Twisters began principal photography in Oklahoma City in May 2023 with additional locations including Chickasha, Orkarche, El Reno, Spencer, and Cashion.

What Is the Original 'Twister' About?

The original 1996 Twister was an instant hit, raking in over $494 million globally. The film's incredible success was due in large part to its brilliant special effects, the likes of which had never been seen before. Jan de Bont, the mastermind behind the hit movie Speed, directed the film, and the legendary Steven Spielberg served as executive producer. The screenplay was penned by none other than Michael Crichton, the author behind Jurassic Park. In the now-iconic blockbuster, we follow the story of Dr. Jo Harding, a brilliant university professor, and her team of daring students as they prepare to face one of the most powerful storms in decades.

With their state-of-the-art tornado data-gathering device, Dorothy, developed by Jo's estranged husband, Bill, the team is poised to take on the elements like never before. But when they discover that their arch-nemesis, Dr. Jonas Miller, has stolen their technology and built his own device, the stakes are raised, and the pressure is on. Bill comes out of retirement to help Jo and the team on one final mission to collect the critical data needed to save lives.

Twister is a must-watch movie that delivers a thrilling experience filled with drama and action. And with the sequel Twisters in the works, we can only hope that it lives up to its predecessor's legacy, if not exceed it.