Pitch Perfect Stars Reveal What’s Holding Back a Fourth Film: “We Would Have Already Shot It”

The beloved Pitch Perfect franchise — known for its catchy a cappella battles, quirky humor, and memorable characters — has fans eager for a fourth installment. Yet despite the enthusiasm from the cast, the next chapter in the musical comedy series remains on pause.

Since its 2012 debut, Pitch Perfect has grown from a sleeper hit into a cultural phenomenon, spawning two sequels and even a TV spinoff. But with the last film releasing in 2017 to underwhelming reviews, fans have wondered if the story of the Bellas might have reached its final note.

Now, stars Rebel Wilson and Anna Camp, who both featured in all three films, have opened up about what’s holding up Pitch Perfect 4. Speaking to CBR while promoting their upcoming action comedy Bride Hard, the duo revealed that while the cast is fully on board, the decision to move forward ultimately lies elsewhere.

Anna Kendrick, the actress behind fan-favorite Beca, recently expressed her eagerness to return to the series during the red carpet premiere of her directorial debut Woman of the Hour. “I would love to do Pitch Perfect 4,” Kendrick told People. She added with a smile, “I feel like Rebel [Wilson] is really like the steam engine of everything. So as long as she keeps saying it might happen, I’ll believe it.”

Wilson, who played the unforgettable Patricia “Fat Amy” Hobart, acknowledged Kendrick’s comment but was quick to clarify, “There’s one or two people who pull the trigger on it, which is not us.” Camp, who portrayed Aubrey — the original co-leader of the Bellas — echoed the sentiment: “Not us, unfortunately, because we would have already shot it.”

Despite this, Wilson conveyed a strong sense of optimism about the franchise’s future: “If it were up to us, we would have had 12 movies, like Fast and Furious.” Camp encouraged fans to be vocal if they want to see more: “If the fans want it, they got to be vocal about it, because I feel like it’s a possibility for sure.”

A Franchise That Struck a Chord

The Pitch Perfect series began as a modest production inspired by Mickey Rapkin’s non-fiction book Pitch Perfect: The Quest for Collegiate a Cappella Glory. The first film’s story centered around an all-girl collegiate a cappella group competing for a national title. With an 81% Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an 83% audience score, the 2012 original was a major hit — grossing $116 million worldwide on a $17 million budget.

The sequel, released in 2015, enjoyed even greater box office success, earning $287.2 million globally, though its critical reception dipped somewhat. By the time Pitch Perfect 3 arrived in 2017, reviews were less favorable, with a critical score of just 29% and a mixed audience reception. Still, it managed to turn a profit with $185.7 million worldwide.

In addition to the films, the franchise expanded with the musical spinoff TV series Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin, which aired for one season on Peacock.

All three films remain available for streaming on Prime Video, keeping the spirit of the Bellas alive for new and longtime fans alike.

For now, the future of Pitch Perfect 4 rests in the hands of those “one or two people” who can pull the trigger. But with the cast’s enthusiasm and fan support, it’s clear the harmony might not be over just yet