It’s hard to believe, but it’s been 30 years since “Speed” first burst onto the big screen, solidifying Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock as one of Hollywood’s favorite action duos.
To celebrate the film’s milestone anniversary, the pair reunited at Beyond Fest, alongside director Jan de Bont, for a special Q&A session. Fans were buzzing as the iconic trio reminisced about the film that captured audiences’ hearts—and nerves—back in 1994.
The night wasn’t just about looking back, though. There was one burning question on everyone’s mind: could there be a “Speed 3”? While both Reeves and Bullock have dodged similar questions before, the topic made its way into the conversation again.
Sandra Bullock, always quick with her wit, deferred the question to de Bont, referring to him as “the man who put the energy and the idea together.” She praised the director’s vision for “Speed” and pondered what kind of story would live up to that legacy today.
“It would require a lot from everybody,” Bullock admitted, voicing doubts about whether Hollywood would have the courage to tackle such a project in today’s industry. “I don’t know if we’re in an industry anymore that’s willing to tolerate it and be brave enough to do it… I could be wrong.”
It’s clear Bullock holds the original film in high regard and would want any follow-up to live up to the high bar set back in the ‘90s.
Reeves, who previously expressed excitement about the idea on the “50 MPH” podcast, still seems ready to get back behind the wheel, joking, “We’d freakin’ knock it out of the park!” However, Bullock’s enthusiasm is more about working with Reeves again than revisiting the “Speed” franchise specifically.
The chemistry between the two stars was palpable throughout the event, with both sharing lighthearted memories of making the film. Reeves jokingly remarked, “We knew we were doing something wacky,” referring to the high-octane stunts and intense action sequences.
Bullock, reflecting on her early days in the industry, said she was just happy to survive those days of careening around in a bus armed with a bomb. “I was behind the wheel of a projectile,” she laughed. “I was just happy to be alive at the end of the day.”
The conversation also took a nostalgic turn, with Bullock recalling the authenticity of those action sequences. “It was real, and when we were smashing into things, we were smashing into those things. You don’t get that much anymore,” she explained, highlighting how special and genuine the experience felt for her as a newcomer.
