Bringing Back the Magic
"Malcolm in the Middle" was a landmark sitcom that resonated with audiences of all ages. Its hilarious and heartfelt portrayal of a lovably chaotic family became an instant classic. With the news of the revival, fans are excited to see the original cast back on screen.
President of Disney Branded Television, Ayo Davis, expressed his excitement, saying, "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."
The Original Cast Reunites
The original series creator, Linwood Boomer, is at the helm of this revival. Along with the original stars Frankie Muniz, Bryan Cranston, and Jane Kaczmarek, who are set to reprise their roles, the show is sure to bring back memories.
Muniz, who played Malcolm, is repped by Established Artists and Jackoway Austen Tyerman. Cranston, known for his iconic roles, is repped by UTA and Johnson Shapiro. Kaczmarek is repped by Paradigm Talent Agency.
The New Episodes
Disney Branded Television has ordered four new episodes of the beloved sitcom. Per the official logline, "Malcolm (Muniz) 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." This promises to be a fun and chaotic reunion.
The limited series is produced by 20th Television and New Regency, with Ken Kwapis directing all four episodes and executive producing. Jimmy Simons and Laura Delahaye are co-executive producers.
A Timeless Show
"Malcolm in the Middle" originally aired on Fox for seven seasons and 151 episodes from 2000-2006. The series proved to be incredibly popular upon its debut and helped popularize single-camera comedies on television. It racked up 33 Emmy nominations over the course of its run, ultimately winning seven of the statuettes.
President of 20th Television, Karey Burke, emphasized the show's impact, saying, "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."
Currently, the entire series streams on Hulu and on Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers. With this revival, fans will have the opportunity to relive the laughs and pranks of this timeless show.