The Blues Brothers, first appeared in SNL as Elwood and Joliet Blues, played by Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi. In 1980, The Blues Brothers had their first major motion picture titled, “The Blues Brothers”, played by the same actors, which is one of my favorite films of all times, by the way. After John Belushi’s death, Dan Aykroyd kept the Blues Brothers going by performing live in concerts. Then, the Blues Brothers had their second movie titled, “Blues Brothers 2000” with John Goodman taking over as Elwood’s partner and band mate.

Dan Aykroyd is planning to resurrect, The Blues Brothers, after a long hiatus in the entertainment business, but it will be for a television show instead of a third film. Judy Belushi, who is John’s widow is writing the script. Aykroyd and his team are shopping for networks and studios who might be interesting in working on this project. The story is about Jake and Elwood being released from jail and they search for their long lost father.

The Hollywood Reporter, reports.

Hmmmmm, judging by the show’s synopsis, sounds like it’s going to be taken place after the events of the first film. The first film ends with them being arrested and they perform in prison.

My question is, will Dan still play Elwood? Or will he pass the torch to a younger actor? We’ll know soon, I’m sure.

I love the Blues Brothers, especially the first movie, I love that film too much. I will buy that movie on Blu Ray sometime. It’s a classic.

Kev