Renowned filmmaker Robert Rodriguez recently shed light on why Alexa PenaVega and Daryl Sabara did not appear in the latest Spy Kids film, “Armageddon.” In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Rodriguez discussed the decision to create another installment in the beloved franchise and expressed his openness to working with the original stars once again.
While Rodriguez acknowledged that he was not against the idea of including PenaVega and Sabara in “Armageddon,” he explained that the extended time gap between the latest film and its predecessors played a significant role in their absence. The director emphasized that the time difference between the last film, “All the Time in the World,” and “Armageddon” made it challenging to bring back the original cast.
Rodriguez expressed a desire to reunite with PenaVega and Sabara, who played the role of Carmen and Juni Cortez in the previous Spy Kids films. However, due to the long break between movies, the director felt it necessary to introduce new characters for the latest installment, ensuring a fresh take on the story while paying homage to the original material.
The decision to continue the Spy Kids franchise with “Armageddon” was not taken lightly by Rodriguez. He believed that there was still untapped potential within the world he had created, and fans would appreciate another adventure. The long-running franchise has garnered a loyal fanbase over the years, and Rodriguez wanted to deliver a film that would entertain both new and existing viewers.
Rodriguez’s willingness to work with PenaVega and Sabara in the future suggests that there may be a possibility of their return in upcoming Spy Kids projects. As the director continues to bring his creative vision to life, fans eagerly await the next installment in the beloved franchise, keeping their fingers crossed for a reunion between PenaVega, Sabara, and their on-screen personas, Carmen and Juni Cortez.