MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE Revival Coming to DIsney+ with Original Cast Members
The classic comedy series Malcolm In the Middle is getting a limited-series revival at Disney+ just in time for its 25th anniversary.
The revival will consist of only four-epsidoes with original cast members Frankie Muniz, Bryan Cranston and Jane Kaczmarek reprising their roles as Malcolm and his parents Hal and Lois, respectively.
They are expected to be joined by other cast members from the original show, but these three characters will be at the center of the new episodes.
In the story, “Malcolm (Munitz) and his daughter are drawn into the family’s chaos when Hal (Cranston) and Lois (Kaczmarek) demand his presence for their 40th wedding anniversary party.”
Malcolm In the Middle creator Linwood Boomer will also return as a writer on the new episodes, and producing director Ken Kwapis will direct all four episodes.
This revival has been teased by Muniz and Cranston in the past, and it’s awesome to see that we are going to see what these characters are up to all these years later, even if it’s only for four episodes.
Christopher Kennedy Masterson and Justin Berfield, who played their two eldest sons Francis and Reese in the original, will likely be approached about reprising their roles.
But, it’s explained that Erik Per Sullivan, who played the youngest brother, Dewey, is unlikely as he quit acting in 2010 and has not been a part of any of the Malcolm In the Middle reunions.
Cranston executive produces the new episodes alongside Boomer, his wife, comedy TV producer Tracy Katsky, Gail Berman, who developed and sold the original series as President of Regency TV.
Ayo Davis, President of Disney Branded Television said in a statement: “Malcolm in the Middle is a landmark sitcom that captured the essence of family life with humor, heart and relatability.
“Its hilarious and heartfelt portrayal of a lovably chaotic family resonated with audiences of all ages, and we’re so excited to welcome the original cast back to bring that magic to life again.
“With Linwood Boomer and the creative team at the helm, these new episodes will have all the laughs, pranks, and mayhem fans loved — along with a few surprises that remind us why this show is so timeless.”
Karey Burke, President of 20th Television added: “Malcolm in the Middle literally changed the face of the television comedy landscape when it premiered two decades ago, redefining what the genre could be.
“When Linwood Boomer suggested it might be time to bring everyone’s favorite dysfunctional family back for a bit of a reunion, we couldn’t think of a more iconic and influential series to revisit, along with a truly brilliant cast to reunite.”
And here’s a bit of trivia for you, I appeared in several episodes of Malcolm in the Middle as a background extra with my brother during Malcolm’s high school years.
Are you excited to hear that we are going to be getting new Malcolm in the Middle episodes!?
Source: Deadline