10. Jerry Goldsmith Won't Be Scoring
Problem: Right out of the gate, the problem with making a new film is the fact that the original series composer, Jerry Goldsmith, wouldn't be involved at all. When you think back to Gremlins, even on a basic level, The Gremlin Rag always comes to mind. Utilizing his trademark mixture of full orchestral stylings, with some flourishes via synthesizers and electronic sound, Maestro Goldsmith's sound is a unique one. Even when other composers pay tribute to his work, it's a hard act to nail. Don't believe me? Try imagining a Gremlins with the music of Hans Zimmer. Great composer, don't get me wrong, but not exactly a Gremlins guy. Hell, he was hardly a Simpsons guy, and he managed to survive that. But that's not the same as this.
If They HAVE To...: Michael Giacchino would be a good first choice, considering he's both a unique and bold composer with his own sound, as well as a really good mimic of other composer's sounds. Another great choice is John Debney, for his track
I Am Iron Man alone. Both composers would be excellent choices to carry on the balance of screwball comedy and heightened B-movie terror that the Gremlins franchise has been known and beloved for.