Dewey Actor Harvard: ‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Return Declined
- The upcoming "Malcolm in the Middle" reboot on Disney+ will be missing a familiar face.
- Cranston, along with Jane Kaczmarek, Frankie Muniz, Christopher Masterson, and Justin Berfield, are set to return for the four-episode revival.The original sitcom aired for seven seasons on Fox,...
- Cranston recounted his conversation with Sullivan about the reboot. "I talked to Eric and I said, 'Hey, we got the show!
Erik Per Sullivan, the beloved Dewey from “Malcolm in the Middle,” won’t be returning for the Disney+ reboot, prioritizing his master’s degree at Harvard University. This unexpected news leaves a void in the revival, as key cast members like Bryan Cranston, Jane Kaczmarek, Frankie Muniz, and others, prepare to reprise their roles in the four-episode series. The reboot, a continuation of the original sitcom that aired from 2000 to 2006, will feature Malcolm as a father. Caleb Ellsworth-Clark will also join the cast. News Directory 3 provides an inside look at this surprising twist. The series offers a fresh perspective as the family navigates new challenges. Discover what’s next for the “Malcolm in the Middle” family.
‘Malcolm in the middle’ Reboot: Dewey’s role Sidestepped for Harvard
Updated june 12, 2025
The upcoming “Malcolm in the Middle” reboot on Disney+ will be missing a familiar face. Erik Per Sullivan, known for his portrayal of Dewey, opted out of reprising his role. Bryan Cranston revealed Sullivan is currently pursuing a master’s degree at Harvard University.
Cranston, along with Jane Kaczmarek, Frankie Muniz, Christopher Masterson, and Justin Berfield, are set to return for the four-episode revival.The original sitcom aired for seven seasons on Fox, from 2000 to 2006.
Cranston recounted his conversation with Sullivan about the reboot. “I talked to Eric and I said, ‘Hey, we got the show! It’s going to come back.’ He goes, ‘Oh, that’s fantastic!’ And I go, ‘Yeah, so we’re looking forward to having you back.’ He goes, ‘Oh, no, no, I don’t want to do it. But it’s fantastic,'” Cranston said on the fly On The Wall podcast.
Kaczmarek previously noted Sullivan’s disinterest in acting after his seven-year stint on “Malcolm in the Middle.” She mentioned he attends a prestigious university and prefers to keep his academic pursuits private.
Caleb Ellsworth-Clark, known for his work on the TV adaptation of ”Fargo,” will join the cast.Filming wrapped in May, according to Deadline. The reboot’s storyline involves Malcolm as a father, attending Hal and Lois’ 40th wedding anniversary party.
What’s next
Fans can anticipate the release date for the “Malcolm in the Middle” reboot on Disney+ in the coming months. The series promises a fresh look at the family dynamic, with Malcolm now navigating parenthood.