Bryan Cranston Says Returning For the ‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Reboot Was ‘So Rewarding,’ Adds He ‘Missed’ Playing Hal: ‘It Was Fun to See My Whole Family Back Together’

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Bryan Cranston is sharing an update about the highly anticipated “Malcolm in the Middle” reboot.

Recently, Cranston shared with People that it’s wonderful to be back playing the character of Hal, head of the Wilkerson clan once more.

Returning to the role of Hal proved incredibly satisfying for Cranston; he had truly missed him. Nearly two decades have passed since we last parted ways, and Hal is such a kind, endearing character. It was delightful to reunite with my on-screen family again. It was wonderful!

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Playing Hal once more brought me immense joy; I had longed for him. It’s been close to 20 years since we last saw each other. He’s a warm, charming man, and it felt fantastic to be back with my whole family on set. It was marvelous!

For seven seasons, spanning from 2000 to 2006, the series known as ‘Malcolm in the Middle’ unfolded over a total of 151 episodes. This show focuses on Malcolm Wilkerson, a bright but troubled adolescent trying to find his place amidst the chaos of a fractured family as their middle child.”

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“From 2000-2006, ‘Malcolm in the Middle’ aired for 151 episodes across seven seasons. The story revolves around Malcolm Wilkerson, an intelligent yet troubled teenager, who is navigating his way through life as the middle child in a tumultuous family.

In addition to Cranston, the “Malcolm in the Middle” remake will welcome back the original actors: Jane Kaczmarek, Frankie Muniz, Christopher Masterson, and Justin Berfield.

Previously, Erik Per Sullivan portrayed the role of Dewy, the youngest Wilkerson child; however, Caleb Ellsworth-Clark has now taken over this part. According to EbMaster, Kiana Madeira has been cast as Tristan, who is Malcolm’s girlfriend. Other notable actors in the series include Anthony Timpano (from “Riverdale” and “Nancy Drew”), Vaughan Murrae (“Before I Change My Mind,” “The Way Home”), and Keeley Karsten (“The Fabelmans,” “Hunters”). In this production, Timpano and Murrae are playing Malcolm’s siblings, Jamie and Kelly, while Karsten is portraying his daughter, Leah.

The official tagline for the remake’s four episodes states, ‘Malcolm is pulled back into the whirlwind of family madness as Hal and Lois request his attendance at their 40th wedding anniversary celebration.’

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2025-05-26 01:16