Sony Pictures is reportedly exploring the possibility of a new take on Joel Schumacher’s 1985 ‘Brat Pack’ classic “St. Elmo’s Fire”. The project would hinge on being able to reunite original cast members Andrew McCarthy, Emilio Estevez, Rob Lowe, Demi Moore, Judd Nelson, Ally Sheedy and Mare Winning...
I think you're right. As an example there's the Paul Rudd Ghostbusters movies. Ok sequel, nothing really wrong with it. The second one wasn't watchable, but at least they're not trying to replace the originals.