Bryan Cranston Reveals Surprising Changes in Malcolm In The Middle Reboot!

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Summary

  • Malcolm in the Middle is returning with a new revival after almost two decades, starring Bryan Cranston as Hal.
  • Cranston has been pushing for a return to the show for 12 years, with the upcoming revival featuring adult versions of the original characters.
  • The revival will be a treat for both old and new fans, with the potential for more episodes in the future, and will be available to stream on Disney+.

After nearly 20 years off the small screen, Malcolm in the Middle is coming back, and the actor who can’t wait to rejoin the cast has shared some fresh insights on how the original characters have evolved throughout the years.

The 2000s sitcom “Malcolm in the Middle” was a beloved favorite, offering a peek into the lives of an unconventional working-class family that often found themselves in humorous predicaments. The series boasted a talented cast led by Bryan Cranston, who portrayed Malcolm’s father, Hal, and it ran from 2000 to 2006, spanning seven successful seasons across 151 episodes. Interestingly, it was the first single-camera sitcom to air without a live audience or laugh track. Since its conclusion, Bryan Cranston has achieved even greater fame as Walter White in “Breaking Bad” and reprised his role again in “Better Call Saul,” alongside Aaron Paul.

After confirming his departure from Walter White following Better Call Saul, Bryan Cranston is fully committed to reprising his beloved role as Hal from Malcolm In The Middle. The show has been announced for a revival, and fans are excited for updates. At the red carpet event before Variety and Apple TV+’s “The Studio” screening and Q&A, Cranston spoke about the reboot, a project he’s been advocating for over a decade. “I’ve been persistently urging this for 12 years. I was the one constantly saying, ‘Let’s do it, let’s do it, let’s do it,'” Cranston shared. “Finally, Linwood Boomer, our show creator, got tired of my persistent nudging. He came up with some fantastic, charming ideas. So, it’s both funny and heartfelt. You meet this family again. We last saw them 20 years ago on television. Now all the boys are adults with their own children,” he continued. “The dynamic is different because they’re older, but I don’t think Hal and Lois have changed much!

For years, it’s been clear that Bryan Cranston yearns to revisit the world of “Malcolm in the Middle,” and fans of the actor can only be thrilled that his wish has come true. Though Disney has commissioned only four episodes for the series, this should provide ample opportunity for the gifted cast to create some enchanting moments. Cranston himself expressed readiness for a “Malcolm In The Middle” film if an intriguing concept emerged. With a relatively small number of episodes, the revival isn’t too distant, but there’s always room for Disney to order more if the initial installment proves successful. For now, viewers can anticipate Frankie Muniz’s Malcolm returning home with his daughter for his parents’ 40th wedding anniversary, and all the mischief that’s likely to follow. Most of the original cast will reprise their roles as matured versions of their former characters, but Erik Per Sullivan’s Dewey character has been recast due to Sullivan’s decision to retire from acting. “Fargo” actor Caleb Ellsworth-Clark will step into the role instead.

Fans continue to scrutinize intricate aspects of the original production, eager for fresh content to delve into. The upcoming series promises to excite die-hard fans and attract new ones, potentially boosting Disney’s streaming viewership. For now, audiences must be patient as they anticipate the return of the show, nearly two decades later, to discover the new dynamics it will present.

Malcolm in the Middle is available to stream on Disney+.

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2025-03-28 03:14