“An iconic band performing at one of the world’s most legendary landmarks”: Spinal Tap’s final act is coming to cinemas in 2026 Not much is known about the movie, except that it’s about UFOs, and out sometime in 2026. If what Woetzel said is true, it will be the 30th movie that Spielberg and Williams have worked together on, a partnership that goes back over 50 years to Spielberg’s 1974 feature The Sugarland Express. Williams appeared to have retired after working on Indiana Jones and the Dial Of Destiny in 2022. Speaking to Associated Press at the time, he said: “Harrison Ford – who’s quite a bit younger than I am — has announced (it) will be his last film. So, I thought: If Harrison can do it, then perhaps I can, also.” But in an interview with The Times in 2023, he didn’t rule out a surprise return, saying: “I don’t care much for grand pronunciamentos, statements that are firm and finished and surrounded by closed doors. If I made one without putting it in context then I withdraw it.” Jaws — John Williams — Royal Albert Hall — YouTube Watch On The first blockbuster Williams and Spielberg worked on together was Jaws, which is, of course, 50 years old this year. Spielberg has previously confirmed that when he first heard what Williams had written for the main title theme, he couldn’t help laugh . “I expected to hear something kind of weird and melodic, you know,” the director revealed. “Really kind of tonal but eerie and of another world.” Get the MusicRadar Newsletter Want all the hottest music and gear news, reviews, deals, features and more, direct to your inbox? Sign up here. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. “What he played me instead, with two fingers on the lower keys was, ‘dun-dun-dun-dun-dun-dun-dun-dun’, and at first I began to laugh. He had a great sense of humour — I thought he was putting me on.” It was only on its second listen that Spielberg realised what his colleague was trying to achieve. “I said ‘Play it again,’ and he played it again and it suddenly seemed right, and John found a signature for the entire movie." Will Simpson News and features writer Will Simpson is a freelance music expert whose work has appeared in Classic Rock, Classic Pop, Guitarist and Total Guitar magazine. He is the author of 'Freedom Through Football: Inside Britain's Most Intrepid Sports Club' and his second book 'An American Cricket Odyssey' is due out in 2025. You must confirm your public display name before commenting Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name. Logout Source: https://www.musicradar.com/artists/composer-john-williams-is-reportedly-coming-out-of-retirement-to-pick-up-the-baton-on-steven-spielbergs-forthcoming-ufo-movie