Blues Brothers 2000, released in 1998, is a musical-comedy film directed by John Landis and starring Dan Aykroyd, John Goodman, and Joe Morton. The film is a sequel to the 1980 classic The Blues Brothers and features a new adventure and soundtrack.
The film follows Elwood Blues, played by Dan Aykroyd, as he is released from prison after serving 18 years. He discovers that his partner Jake has passed away and sets out on a new mission to reunite the Blues Brothers band in honor of Jake's memory. Along the way, he meets with Sister Mary Stigmata, played by Kathy Bates, who convinces him to perform at a Battle of the Bands competition in New Orleans to raise money for a children's hospital.
Elwood sets out to recruit new band members, including a bartender named Mighty Mack McTeer, played by John Goodman. Together, they journey across the country, picking up new members and getting into trouble with the police. Elwood is pursued by Cabel, the son of Jake and Elwood's former nemesis, who is determined to stop them from playing at the competition.
The film features a star-studded cast, including Aretha Franklin, James Brown, B.B. King, Eric Clapton, and Blues Traveler. It also showcases numerous musical performances, including renditions of "Who's Making Love," "Green Onions," and "Everybody Needs Somebody to Love."
Despite mixed reviews, Blues Brothers 2000 is still beloved by fans of the original film and blues music enthusiasts. It remains a fitting tribute to the late John Belushi and a celebration of the classic rhythm and blues music genre.