Parents became concerned when the Nintendo Entertainment System and Sega Genesis were growing in demand. They didn’t know how to handle these machines. They were used to playing a few games at their local arcades and coming home to watch television. TV shows were a safer bet back then because most parents knew what content to expect. Most cartoons were only promoting toys and not dangerous behavior. Most children’s cartoons were often tamer but would eventually evolve into questionable content.
Cartoons weren’t the only shows popular with children. There were some shows that the entire family count enjoy. Rating companies were betting on this so they could win more advertising dollars. Many kids can remember growing out of cartoons and preferring prime-time shows like Fresh Prince of Bel-Air or Boy Meets World. For kids who were sneaky enough to stay up past bedtime might have enjoyed more racy comedy like In Living Color or the live-action Mortal Kombat tv series.
No matter what your age is, several reboots coming in 2018, whether you want them or not. Some shows are best being a memory, but production companies want to modernize them. You may remember some of these shows as late-night reruns or had the opportunity to watch them live. Either way, you'll experience a wave of nostalgia seeing our list of upcoming reboots.
15 Ruining Mr. McGregor’s Vegetable Garden Again
Peter Rabbit originally began as a children's book series by Beatrix Potter. It was then adapted into an animated cartoon series in the 1990s. After the show ended, producers decided to reboot it into a 3D CG adventure. The series lasted for 56 episodes and ended in 2016. The show was always intended to be for younger audiences. Movie producers decided to make the series more enjoyable for both children and adults. The show has now been adapted into a movie that combines real actors and 3D animation. The movie takes a drastic turn from the innocent children's series.
Mr. McGregor and Peter Rabbit are now rivals trying to win the heart of their next-door neighbor.
Are you a fan of Star Wars and Suicide Squad? Both Daisy Ridley and Margot Robbie will be lending their voice acting skills for the Rabbit clan.
14 The Adventures Of These Mythical Creatures Continues
The Trolls: The Beat Goes On! is based on the DreamWorks Animation movie of the same name. These creatures with vivid, wild hair are based on toys that became a hit in the early 1960s, then again in the 1990s. The toys also spawned cartoon specials which were a hit with fans. The series came back in 2005 as Trollz but largely failed to make a comeback. Luckily, it was a hit yet again in 2016. The reboot is now coming back to a show on Netflix in early 2018. The show picks up where the 2016 movie left off. The series will focus on the magical hi-jinks of Queen Poppy and her boyfriend, Branch, in the Troll Village. Longtime fans of the series can finally rejoice to see the dolls back in action.
13 Expect Several Requests For Honey
Winnie the Pooh is a long-running cartoon that aired on Saturday mornings. With a catchy theme song, fans might remember all the adorable adventures of Pooh and his animal friends.
Disney is currently rebooting several of their animated properties into real-life adaptations.
Winnie the Pooh is the latest in those reboots as a live-action film starring the only human in the series, Christopher Robin, who is portrayed by Ewan McGregor. The film, named after the main human, is about an older Robin who is now married with children. He has a job but has lost his joy in life, similar to Robin Williams’ Hook. Robin finds his old friend Winnie the Pooh. The bear helps Robin enjoy life again. The film is scheduled to be released in August 2018.
12 At Least Someone Will Get Their Flying Car
If you weren't a fan of The Flintstones because of the caveman aesthetic, you might have enjoyed The Jetsons instead. This series took place in the future where we finally got flying cars and robot helpers. George Jetson is working at a sprocket factory under a ruthless owner. His only solace is returning home to be with his family, and adorable dog (yes, there are dogs in the future!). The series hasn't been active for years since a late 1980s film. ABC is changing that. They've ordered a put pilot of a live-action reboot of the space-age series. It will be written by Gary Janetti, who has previously worked on Family Guy. The series will be filmed with multiple cameras, making the futuristic series a bit more modern. ABC hopes to debut the series in 2018 or early 2019.
11 The Return Of The Twins
Sister, Sister starred the teenage twins Tia and Tamara Mowry. They were adopted separately at birth by two different people who never informed them they had a twin out in the world. They wind up meeting each other by chance.
Tia and Tamara have moved on to be successful businesswomen, but still have fond memories of the show.
Jackée Harry, who portrayed Lisa Landry, has already implied she will be coming back to appear on the show. They already have a full cast and crew, including a writer. The showrunners are staying quiet about who will portray the twin sisters of Sister, Sister. The only missing piece is a home to film the show in and a network, but Netflix is also an option. Tia informed Us Weekly that the show may debut in Fall 2018 or early 2019.
10 It’s Not About Bugs Or Juice At All
Disney Channel's Bug Juice made summer camp look amazing. It's been a shocking twenty years since we last visited the campers at Camp Waziyatah in Maine, then later in North Carolina and New Mexico. It was Disney's first reality show that followed the lives and loves of teenagers. Disney has already released some information about the show. It will primarily focus on two cabins: one filled with boys and the other with girls. The show will focus on their trials and tribulations in summer camp, as they learn to overcome their fears and spend a Summer away from their electronics. Disney has mostly concentrated on scripted live-action shows since the end of the original series. We look forward to seeing the show return.
9 Yet Another Retelling Of The Classic Christmas Tale
Dr. Seuss' series of books being adapted into live-action series again in 2018. We already know that his book, Green Eggs and Ham, is heading to Netflix this year. Few know that another of his characters, The Grinch, will be coming to a movie theater near you this year. His story was previously adapted into a live-action film in 2000 entitled How the Grinch Stole Christmas. In The Grinch, the same tale will be told, only this time, completely in CG.
Benedict Cumberbatch has already announced that he'll be providing the voice of The Grinch.
We may learn some insight into the Grinch's character and how he became so evil. The film is scheduled to be released in late 2018 for the holiday season.
8 Some Aren’t So Charmed By The News
Charmed focuses on three sisters with magical powers. The reboot has been in development for years but is finally moving forward on the CW. It may come back as soon as Fall 2018. The reboot will have some significant changes from the original show. The CW has already given a general summary about what to expect: “This fierce, funny, feminist reboot of the original series centers on three sisters in a college town who discover they are witches. Between vanquishing supernatural demons, tearing down the patriarchy, and maintaining familial bonds, a witch’s work is never done.”
When a reboot is announced, the original members of the cast are often supportive. Holly Marie Combs, who was part of the original cast, was furious. She never wanted the show to be rebooted because she felt that it spiritually belonged to those who worked on the previous show.
7 Expanding The Adventures Of Dr. Smith And The Robot
Lost in Space was originally a tv series about a family, well, lost in space. The Robinson Family believe that they're on a fun journey but end up crash landing on an alien planet. They're unable to contact Earth, so they're forced to cope with their new surroundings. Many viewers didn't have the opportunity to watch it as it aired from 1965 to 1986 but caught it later in reruns.
Fans were mesmerized by the Robinson family's experience on an alient planet.
Viewers were also entranced by the comedy hi-jinks of Dr. Smith and his Robot. The reboot has been in development since 2014. It wasn't until the next year that Netflix announced the show would be part of their original line-up. Zack Estrin, who produced many shows, from Prison Break to Charmed, will lead as showrunner. The Lost in Space reboot will be heading to Netflix in May 2018.
6 The Theme Song Is Now Stuck In Your Head
The Twilight Zone may have aired decades ago from 1959-1964, but it left a long-running legacy. Many current filmmakers have inspired into their craft thanks to the show. The show featured many disturbing stories that focused on the important topics at the time, such as war, government, and racism. All of those themes can still be applied to works today. The Twilight Zone is being rebooted for CBS All Access thanks to the creative minds of Jordan Peele, Simon Kinberg, and Marco Ramirez. Peele stated that he wanted to remake the series for modern audiences while keeping the impact of the original show. There are several topics the producers can use as social commentary. We can only hope that the showrunners keep the iconic theme song that still haunts our memories.
5 Fighting For Justice In The Afterlife
The Crow is a long-running series about people who were given an extra chance at life. The Crow: Stairway to Heaven tv series debuted after the success of the movie. It was a dark tale, but many young adults couldn't wait to see what justice would be had that night. The original The Crow series featured the tragic hero Eric Draven. After he and his fiancé are forced to leave the land of the living before their time. A supernatural Crow brings Eric back to life to get his revenge.
The Crow Reborn takes place one year after Eric Draven and Shelly Webster's attack.
Jason Momoa, who you might know from Game of Thrones and Justice League, has been cast as the main protagonist. The film has already begun filming, to the joy of longtime fans. We may see it come to theaters in late 2018 or early 2019.
4 We Expect A Modernized Costume
Witchblade tells the story of Sara Pezzini. She's a tough-as-nails homicide detective who discovers a musical gauntlet that gives her superhuman abilities. The comic book from Top Cow Productions was adapted into a live-action series from 2001 to 2002 on TNT. It was a late night program that some teens may remember staying up late to watch, just like the Mortal Kombat tv show on the same network. The reboot has been in development since 2017 for release on NBC. The network previously attempted to win success with Constantine but ended up doing poorly in ratings. The show already has an experienced crew behind the scenes, including Carol Mendelsohn from the Crime Scene Investigations (CSI) franchise. We're sure the upcoming show will feature a good mix of crime fighting with supernatural elements.
3 Making Witchcraft Evil Again
Sabrina the Teenage Witch was a light-hearted sitcom starring Melissa Joan Hart. Sabrina and her two Aunts often caused more trouble for themselves due to using their magic. After the popularity of Riverdale, based off of the Archie Comics, producers want to give the same treatment to Sabrina. Instead of a heartwarming tv show with an important message at the end, the show will be much darker. The show is slated to appear on Netflix along with Riverdale.
The show will be named The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, so we can already expect some spooky tales.
Sabrina will be played by Kiernan Shipka, who previously appeared on Mad Men. The show is scheduled to finish filming this Fall, so the soonest we may experience Sabrina's hijinks again will be in late 2018 or early 2019.
2 They’re Still The Same Lovable Family
The Munsters is a black-and-white tv show from the 1960s. It starred a family of monsters who lived like their neighbors, with a supernatural twist. The Munsters lasted for two seasons for a total of 70 episodes. An attempt was previously made the reboot the series in 2012 as Mockingbird Lane starring Jerry O' Connell but didn't move forward. The series is being rebooted in 2018 by Seth Meyers and Jill Kargman. The reboot will still revolve around the family but with a modern twist. While they're still a family of monsters, their real struggle will be fitting in with the hipster residents of Brooklyn. This new location is far away from their previous haunt in a fictional suburb of California. The reboot will air on NBC.
1 A Series That May Predict Our Future
Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future was a futuristic show which combined live action with CG. Captain Power and his small group of rebel soldiers have to fight a group of intelligent robots. There were even VHS Tapes released with toys that were an inexpensive alternative to the NES. The series only lasted for 22 episodes but left an impression on kids.
Syfy has announced their plans to reboot the series as Phoenix Rising.
The series is written by Judith and Garfield Reeves-Stevens, whose previous experience includes Star Trek: Enterprise. Gary Goddard, who worked on the original show, stated that the show is still in production and aims to air the show in late 2018. Hopefully, we'll see if Captain Power won against the machines.