Malcolm in the Middle Revival 'Life’s Still Unfair' Premieres April 10, 2026

Disney has confirmed that Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair premieres on April 10, 2026. The revival is a four-episode limited series and will stream on Disney+ in some territories and on Hulu/Hulu on Disney+ in others. The new story picks up nearly two decades later, with Malcolm living his own life until Hal and Lois drag him back into family chaos for their 40th wedding anniversary.

The cast brings back Frankie Muniz as Malcolm, Bryan Cranston as Hal, Jane Kaczmarek as Lois, Christopher Kennedy Masterson as Francis, Justin Berfield as Reese, and Emy Coligado as Piama. New additions include Keeley Karsten as Malcolm’s daughter Leah, Kiana Madeira as Malcolm’s girlfriend Tristan, Vaughan Murrae as Kelly, and Caleb Ellsworth-Clark taking over the role of Dewey, replacing Erik Per Sullivan, who chose not to return.

Other returning favorites include Gary Anthony Williams as Abe and David Anthony Higgins as Craig Feldspar. The youngest brother from the original series, Jamie, will now be played by Anthony Timpano.

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