Malcolm in the Middle Reboot: Frankie Muniz REUNITES With His TV Brothers
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Overview
Timeline
Malcolm in the Middle Reunion
- 00:00:10
Frankie Muniz reveals a first look at the 'Malcolm in the Middle' brothers, Justin Berfield and Christopher Masterson, back together for a Disney+ revival.
- 00:00:19
Frankie expresses his disbelief and excitement about the reunion, feeling it's the perfect time for his return to acting.
- 00:00:29
The photo shows the actors in coordinating sweaters on the set of the upcoming Disney+ revival, which was filmed in the spring.
Malcolm in the Middle Reunion
- 00:00:39
Frankie Muniz announces that filming for the 'Malcolm in the Middle' reboot has concluded.
- 00:00:44
He shares a photo with Christopher Masterson (Francis) and Justin Berfield (Reese), noting it's Justin's first on-screen role in 15 years.
- 00:00:55
Justin Berfield jokingly clarifies that he is not like his tough character, Reese.
- 00:01:01
Frankie Muniz expresses his excitement for the new episodes and his joy in reuniting with his TV brothers, despite being told not to post about it yet.
Dewey's Recasting and Plot Details
- 00:01:20
The segment begins by noting that one of the original cast members is missing from the reunion.
- 00:01:37
The original actor who played Dewey, Erik Per Sullivan, left Hollywood after 'Malcolm in the Middle' concluded in 2006 and was subsequently recast for the four-episode reboot.
- 00:01:44
The reboot will portray Malcolm as a father, and his daughter will be drawn into a family crisis.
- 00:01:51
This family crisis unfolds as Malcolm's parents, played by Bryan Cranston and Jane Kaczmarek, commemorate their 40th wedding anniversary.
Frankie Muniz's Post-Malcolm Journey
- 00:01:56
Frankie Muniz explains that he transitioned away from acting after 'Malcolm in the Middle' ended.
- 00:01:58
He pursued new ventures, including racing cars and playing in a band called Kings Foil.
- 00:02:02
Over the past decade, these experiences have led him to a deeper appreciation for his acting career.
Reunion on Set
- 00:02:08
The scene involves taking a picture with specific rules, emphasizing no silly faces or gestures.
- 00:02:21
The actors found it surprisingly comfortable to resume their comedic roles and style from the original show.
- 00:02:32
They enjoyed engaging in the same kind of crazy antics and shenanigans as they did on 'Malcolm in the Middle'.
Remarkable Memories
- 00:02:36
Frankie Muniz expresses his deep appreciation for the remarkable memories he made during the show.
Moments
Frankie Muniz unveils a first glimpse of the 'Malcolm in the Middle' brothers back together for the Disney+ revival. The image features the actors sporting matching sweaters on set. Production wrapped up in the spring, but the premiere date remains unconfirmed.
Eric Pullivan, the original Dewey, departed Hollywood after the show's 2006 finale and has been recast for the revival. The new series sees Malcolm as a father, his daughter embroiled in a family crisis during his parents' 40th wedding anniversary, with Bryan Cranston and Jane Kaczmarek reprising their roles.
Frankie Muniz was surprised by how easily the cast slipped back into their comedic roles for the reboot. He enjoyed the chance to engage in the same crazy shenanigans as the original show and cherishes the remarkable memories made during filming.
