- The first look at the Malcolm in the Middle reunion has arrived
- It features Frankie Muniz, Bryan Cranston and Jane Kaczmarek
- Fans are loving seeing the trio back together
Our first look at the long awaited Malcolm in the Middle reboot has arrived – and fans are going wild for it.
This first look at the show’s return features original series star Frankie Muniz AKA Malcolm alongside his TV parents Hal and Louis, played by Bryan Cranston and Jane Kaczmarek.
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The image was posted directly to Muniz’s own X account alongside the caption “Always good to have Mom and Dad around!”
Check out the photo below:
Always good to have Mom and Dad around! pic.twitter.com/7XH585hnZE
— Frankie Muniz (@frankiemuniz) April 22, 2025
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The trio look a little older but judging by their smiles, they appear to love being back together.
What’s more, fans have responded with love too, sharing their excitement for the upcoming TV revival.
Malcolm in the Middle reunion picture: fans react
Fans reacted with delight at seeing Malcolm back together with his TV parents.
One user yelled, “THIS JUST MADE ME SO HAPPPPY,” while another admitted to getting a bit emotional at seeing the trio back together.
THIS JUST MADE ME SO HAPPPPY
— ᴀʟᴇᴄ 🍃 (@alecsbutt) April 23, 2025
“This put tears in my eyes man,” added a second.
“This picture makes me cry! Malcolm in the Middle forever,” added a third.
Your dad’s been up to no good. Biggest meth dealer in New Mexico
— Donnie (@donniexbt) April 23, 2025
Meanwhile, one fan made the connection between Hal actor Cranston and his Breaking Bad counterpart Walter White.
“Your dad’s been up to no good. Biggest meth dealer in New Mexico.”
What is the plot of the revival?
After years of rumor, a Malcolm in the Middle reboot was confirmed in late 2024. It is set to air on Disney+ although a confirmed air date has not yet been confirmed.
According to a plot synopsis, the four-part reunion special will focus on Malcolm being forced to reunite with his family at his parents’ 40th wedding anniversary.
It’ll even introduce some new characters, including Malcolm’s daughter.
“Malcolm and his daughter are drawn into the family’s chaos when Hal and Lois demand his presence for their 40th wedding anniversary party,” reads the synopsis.
Original series stars Christopher Masterson and Justin Berfield are also back as Malcolm’s brothers Francis and Reece respectively. One star who is not expected to return is Dewey actor Erik Per Sullivan.
Instead, his role has been recast with The Expanse actor Caleb Ellsworth-Clark taking on the role of Malcolm’s youngest brother.
