Malcolm in the Middle revival: Release date, cast, plot, trailer and more | Watch
Published on: Dec 30, 2025 12:11 am IST
Malcolm in the Middle revival, titled Life’s Still Unfair, will premiere on Hulu April 10, 2026. The 4-episode series features original cast members, new faces
The first teaser for Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair is here. The four-episode revival of the beloved 2000s comedy series is all set to premiere next year, Deadline reported. In addition to the trailer, first-look images have also been unveiled. Here’s all you need to know:
When is Malcolm in the Middle revival releasing?
The revival will premiere on Hulu on April 10, 2026. It will also be available on Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the US and Disney+ internationally, per the outlet.
Watch the teaser below:
Who stars in Malcolm in the Middle revival?
The miniseries features a mix of returning original cast members and new faces taking on both legacy and fresh roles. The stars reprising their roles are:
- Frankie Muniz as Malcolm
- Bryan Cranston as Hal
- Jane Kaczmarek as Lois
- Christopher Kennedy Masterson as Francis
- Justin Berfield as Reese
- Emy Coligado as Piama
- Craig Lamar Traylor as Stevie Kenarban
- David Anthony Higgins as Craig Feldspar
- Gary Anthony Williams as Abe Kenarban
The new and recast characters are:
- Caleb Ellsworth-Clark as Dewey
- Anthony Timpano as Jamie
- Vaughan Murrae as Kelly
- Keeley Karsten as Leah
- Kiana Madeira as Tristan
Who is Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair about?
The revival shows Malcolm being dragged into the family drama once again after shielding himself and his daughter for over a decade. He is forced to join Hal and Lois at their 40th anniversary party. “My life is fantastic now. All I had to do is stay away from my family,” a grown-up Malcolm says in the trailer.
The official logline for the show, according to Hulu, reads:
“After shielding himself and his daughter from his family for over a decade, Malcolm is dragged back into their orbit when Hal and Lois demand his presence at their 40th anniversary party.”
