“Malcolm in the Middle” Cast: Every Character Set to Return in the Disney+ Reboot

If you grew up watching Malcolm in the Middle, you know it’s one of the funniest, most chaotic family sitcoms ever. Well, guess what? The Wilkerson family is making a comeback! That’s right—Malcolm in the Middle is getting a reboot on Disney+, and the best part?

The original cast members are back to reprise their iconic roles. Frankie Muniz, Bryan Cranston, and Jane Kaczmarek will all return to the show, which originally aired from 2000 to 2006. The new reboot is going to consist of four episodes, and while we don’t know the exact premiere date yet, fans are already buzzing with excitement.

The plot of the new series? Well, it’s all about Malcolm (Muniz) being pulled back into the family drama when his parents, Hal (Cranston) and Lois (Kaczmarek), ask him to come to their 40th wedding anniversary party. The show will have the same chaotic energy that made it so special.

The original show was full of quirky, lovable characters, and it looks like the reboot will bring all that same fun and laughter back. Let’s take a look at the main cast members returning and what they’ll bring to the table this time!

Frankie Muniz as Malcolm Wilkerson

Frankie Muniz was the heart and soul of Malcolm in the Middle as the super-smart and often confused Malcolm Wilkerson. Malcolm was a kid with a genius-level IQ, but he always found himself surrounded by chaos thanks to his crazy family. Now, after almost two decades, Muniz is ready to bring the character back to life in the reboot.

The actor posted an excited announcement on Instagram, sharing his excitement about returning to the role that made him famous. He can’t wait for fans to see what Malcolm and his family have been up to since we last saw them. Muniz said:

OH MY GOSH! I’m so excited to announce that after 18 years, Malcolm in the Middle is returning with new episodes on @disneyplus!. Get ready, we can’t wait for everyone to see what Malcolm and his family have been up to!

Since the show ended, Muniz has kept busy with a variety of other projects, including racing cars and appearing in reality shows. He’s also the father of a son, Mauz Mosley Muniz, so he’s about to bring that new experience to his role as a dad on the show.

We can only imagine how much Malcolm has grown up over the years. From his genius-level brain to his awkward teenage years, Malcolm is now all grown up. But it’s clear the family chaos never ends, especially when his parents need his help with their anniversary party.

Bryan Cranston as Hal Wilkerson

Bryan Cranston—yes, the man who turned into a Breaking Bad legend as Walter White—is returning to his roots. And by roots, we mean Hal Wilkerson, the goofy dad with an affection for breaking stuff and embarrassing his kids.

While Breaking Bad might have made Cranston a household name in more serious, dark roles, let’s not forget how ridiculously lovable he was as Hal. This quirky and well-meaning father is ready to make us laugh all over again.

And honestly, isn’t that what we all need? More Hal. Cranston has always kept the flame burning for Malcolm in the Middle, which is obvious from how he gushes about the show. In 2023, Cranston said that he was open to starring in the revival, and the stars aligned. Check out his quote below (per E! News):

We had such a great family on that, and I certainly would be open to that if there was a good idea that came up like, ‘Oh, that would be fantastic to explore what happened to this family 20 years later. I can’t believe it’s already that, but that would be fun to do.

Now that Hal’s about to face his 40th wedding anniversary, we can only imagine the shenanigans he and Lois will get up to. So here’s to hoping Cranston’s back to his lovable, goofy, and totally clueless self.

Jane Kaczmarek as Lois Wilkerson

Lois Wilkerson is back, and we’re ready for her to rule the roost! Played by the legendary Jane Kaczmarek, Lois was the no-nonsense, take-no-prisoners mom who somehow made us love her even when she was yelling at everyone .

Lois was the mom who had to deal with her out-of-control sons while working a miserable job at Lucky Aide. She was super relatable for anyone who’s ever tried to juggle a million things and still felt like they were losing it.

The actress got seven straight Emmy nominations for Best Actress in a Comedy Series, and it’s no wonder why. She brought a fiery, unforgettable energy to the show, balancing tough love with moments of vulnerability that made Lois a mother we all wished we had.

In the reboot, Lois is back with her husband Hal for their 40th anniversary, so brace yourself for more chaos. The world of Lois Wilkerson is one we can’t wait to see, especially when she loses it once again.

Watch Malcolm in the Middle on Disney+!