Television producer Ryan Murphy confirmed that a script for a potential Glee reboot has been written, stating he finished the draft shortly before speaking with Entertainment Tonight at the American Horror Story season 13 premiere in New York City. Murphy co-wrote the project with Brad Falchuk and Ian Brennan, the same team that penned the first two seasons of the original series that aired on Fox from 2009 to 2015.
Cast Outreach and Reactions to the New Script
Murphy revealed he has contacted approximately 10 original cast members regarding the revival project. According to his comments to Entertainment Tonight, the actors had many questions but responded with enthusiasm. Murphy clarified that none of the cast members have read the script yet, noting he wanted to write a couple of them first to see how the actors and audiences react given how close the team was during the original run.
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Cast Members Weigh In on a Return
Several former stars have already expressed interest in returning to their iconic roles. Jane Lynch, who played Sue Sylvester, stated on Kylie Kelce’s podcast Not Gonna Lie that she had not heard about the project beforehand but would be the first one in line to participate. Similarly, Lea Michele told E! News that she loves Glee, loves Ryan Murphy, and would follow him anywhere, confirming her willingness to reprise her role as Rachel Berry.
Did You Know?
The original run of Glee spanned six seasons and featured an extensive ensemble cast including Matthew Morrison, Chris Colfer, Amber Riley, Dianna Agron, Naya Rivera, and Heather Morris, alongside the late Cory Monteith, Naya Rivera, and Mark Salling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has the Glee reboot officially been picked up?
No, the project has not been set up at a network or streaming platform yet, according to sources who spoke with Deadline.
Who wrote the new Glee script?
Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Ian Brennan wrote the script. The trio previously penned the first two seasons of the original series.
Which original cast members want to return?
Lea Michele and Jane Lynch have both publicly expressed enthusiasm and a desire to return for a potential reboot.
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