- Four new episodes are on the way
- Bryan Cranston and Jane Kaczmarek reprise roles
- Original series writer also returns
“MALCOLM!”. It’s been 25 years since homes everywhere started to hear that booming out of their televisions. But now, 19 years after its finale in 2006, the beloved comedy sitcom Malcolm In The Middle is set to return.
The show’s original run started in 2000 and after 151 episodes it racked up 33 Emmy nominations, winning seven in total, including for best directing and best writing for a comedy series.
Boss of Me, the hit theme song by They Might Be Giants and arguably one of the greatest theme songs of the 2000s, was also awarded a Grammy.
Disney+ has commissioned four new episodes – proving that life isn’t unfair after all – and here’s everything we know so far about the welcome news.
What is the storyline for the Malcolm in Middle limited series?
The new episodes will focus on Malcolm and his daughter reconnecting with his family.
According to the official logline: “Malcolm and his daughter are drawn into the family’s chaos when Hal and Lois demand his presence for their 40th wedding anniversary party.”
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It seems as though Malcolm – who as a teenager struggled to fit in with his family, being that he had a genius IQ – will be suffering the same fate as an adult.
Who’s returning in the cast?
In short, all the familiar faces you’d hope for are returning for the show’s revival.
Bryan Cranston and Jane Kaczmarek are reprising their roles as Malcolm’s parents, Hal and Lois.
The chaotic and comedic pair took to social media with their famous catchphrase announcing that the show would be returning with its original cast.
Frankie Muniz, who is now 39, of course reprises his role as the show’s protagonist. Frankie commented: “I have been waiting for this moment for 18 years. Let’s find out where Malcolm and his family are now.”
Muniz’s on-screen older brother, Reece, played by Justin Berfield also looks set to return to the show Berfield stepped away from acting after the show concluded, but has posted to Instagram saying “On my way to meet the MITM fam. See you soon!”.
The original series creator, Linwood Boomer, also returns as writer and executive producer.
The president of Disney Branded Television, Ayo Davis, told Variety magazine: “Malcolm in the Middle is a landmark sitcom that captured the essence of family life with humour, heart and relatability”.
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“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.”
When are the new Malcolm in the Middle episodes being released?
A release date for the new episodes has not been announced, but they are expected to come in 2025.
For now, you can revisit all the previous seven seasons of Malcolm in the Middle on Hulu, in the US, and if you’re in the UK it’s Disney+.