"Grandpa is Back!"... The Legendary Sitcom 'Malcolm in the Middle' Confirmed to Air in April Next Year

In the early 2000s, the legendary sitcom 'Malcolm in the Middle', which made the world laugh with the story of a messy but lovable family, is coming back to us. It’s a welcome 'family reunion' news after 20 years since its end.

According to foreign media reports on the 30th (Korean time), the reboot series of 'Malcolm in the Middle' has confirmed its first broadcast in April 2026.

◆ The one from 'Breaking Bad' returns to comedy

The key figure in this reboot project is undoubtedly Bryan Cranston, who plays the father 'Hal'. Having risen to the ranks of great actors with 'Breaking Bad', he has been strongly advocating for the reboot, saying, "I’m very curious about how the Malcolm family is living now." Reports indicate that key original members, including Frankie Muniz as the protagonist 'Malcolm' and Jane Kaczmarek as 'Lois', have confirmed their return.

◆ 40s Malcolm and the Midlife Crisis

The new series is set in the present, about 20 years after the show ended in 2006. The genius boy Malcolm is now in his 40s, bearing the weight of life, while Hal and Lois have entered their senior years, showing another 'crazy' daily life. The production team stated, "We will maintain the original's cheerful and chaotic atmosphere while modernly addressing the changes and new conflicts of family members over time."

◆ Where to watch

This reboot series is set to be released in the U.S. on Hulu and globally on Disney+ in April 2026. Malcolm, a genius with an IQ of 165, who never had a quiet day due to his family's antics. Now, 20 years later, will 'Malcolm's' life be quieter, or will it still need to be 'managed'? Fans around the world are filled with anticipation.