Malcolm in the middlethat defined the dysfunctional TV sitcom family will be rebooted for four new episodes on Disney+ at an unknown date in 2025. The new episodes, which originally aired on Fox from 2000 to 2006, will see the return of original cast members Frankie Muniz as Malcolm, a child prodigy, and Bryan Cranston and Jane Kaczmarek as his parents Hal and Lois.

As of press time, there is no information on whether any of the other actors are included Malcolm in the middle will return for the reboot.

In the original single camera Malcolm in the middleThe focus was on the young genius Malcolm as he tried to navigate life with his quirky, often difficult family. In this limited revival, Malcolm and his daughter are drawn into the family’s chaos when Hal and Lois demand his presence for her 40th birthday^Th Wedding anniversary party.

“Malcolm in the middle is a groundbreaking sitcom that captures the essence of family life with humor, heart and empathy,” said Ayo Davis, President of Disney Branded Television. “His hilarious and heartfelt portrayal of an endearingly chaotic family resonated with audiences of all ages and we are thrilled to welcome back the original cast to bring this magic to life again.” With Linwood Boomer and the creative team at the helm, this will New episodes will offer all the laughs, pranks and mayhem fans love – along with a few surprises that remind us why this show is so timeless.”

Linwood Boomer created the original series and returns as a writer and executive producer. New Regency’s Bryan Cranston, Tracy Katsky (KatCo), Gail Berman and Arnon Milchan, Yariv Milchan and Natalie Lehmann are executive producers. Ken Kwapis will direct and executive produce all four episodes. The limited series is produced by 20th Television, part of Disney Television Studios, and New Regency.