‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Creator on Why the Revival Looks Different, That Dance Number — and No Plans for More Episodes

Summary: The hit TV show Malcolm in the Middle is back after 20 years with a four-episode special on Hulu! The new revival, called Life's Still Unfair, looks a bit different. It was filmed in Canada instead of sunny California, giving it a cooler, blue tint. Plus, parents Hal and Lois finally have a clean house now that the boys aren't wrecking it every day.

In the new story, Malcolm gets a taste of his own medicine: he has a teenage daughter who is just as smart and stubborn as he is! The special wraps up with a big 40th-anniversary party for Hal and Lois, featuring a hilarious dance by the cast and crew. Because the actors are so busy with other projects, there are no plans for more episodes right now.

Source: Variety URL: variety.com/2026/tv/news/malcolm-in-the-middle-revival-looks-different-dance-number-1236711648/ (opens in new tab)