Hulu has officially confirmed the return of one of television’s most recognizable family comedies, marking a notable moment for viewers who grew up with the original series and for younger audiences discovering it for the first time. The streaming platform unveiled the first trailer for its four-part revival, Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair, on Monday, alongside a confirmed April 10 release date. The announcement and trailer were shared through Hulu’s official promotional channels, establishing the revival as a special limited event rather than a full-season continuation.
Malcolm in the Middle Revival Trailer Reveals Grown-Up Malcolm and a Chaotic Family Reunion
The newly released trailer introduces Malcolm as an adult who has built a successful and orderly life far removed from his famously unpredictable upbringing. According to the trailer, the character believes his stability comes from avoiding contact with his family for more than a decade, a decision that has allowed him to focus on his own path. That carefully managed distance ends when Malcolm and his daughter are pulled back into the family orbit, reuniting with relatives whose energy and dysfunction remain very much intact.
The story centers on a milestone celebration that becomes impossible for Malcolm to ignore. His parents, Hal and Lois, insist that he attend their 40th wedding anniversary party, an event that naturally reopens old dynamics and familiar chaos. The trailer establishes that while time has passed, the family’s core relationships have not fundamentally changed, setting the stage for comedic tension rooted in long-standing habits rather than shock value.
Returning Cast, New Faces, and Creative Team Behind the Hulu Limited Series
The revival brings back nearly all of the original main cast, including Frankie Muniz, Bryan Cranston, Jane Kaczmarek, Christopher Kennedy Masterson, Justin Berfield, and Emy Coligado. As previously announced, Caleb Ellsworth-Clark steps into the role of Dewey, while new cast members include Keeley Karsten, Vaughan Murrae, and Kiana Madeira. Karsten plays Malcolm’s daughter, anchoring the revival’s generational shift.
The creative leadership remains closely tied to the original show. Linwood Boomer returns as writer and executive producer, ensuring continuity in tone and storytelling. Cranston also serves as an executive producer alongside Tracy Katsky of KatCo, Gail Berman, and New Regency’s Arnon Milchan, Yariv Milchan, and Natalie Lehmann. Ken Kwapis directed all four episodes and executive produced, with Jimmy Simons and Laura Delahaye joining as co-executive producers. Produced by 20th Television under Disney Branded Television, the revival positions itself as a respectful continuation rooted in the series’ established legacy.
