Frasier … Unlike the slew of recent revivals of comedy series with the original cast and original creative auspices, including Will & Grace, Roseanne and Murphy Brown, I hear that Frasier is envisioned as a reboot, likely set in a new city, with the title character, played by Grammer, as a possible link to the Emmy-winning 1993 series. 'The Walking Dead' deaths in order: 33 most shocking so far, including Beta, Glenn, Abraham ... Grammys 2021: Will Megan Thee Stallion be the first female rapper to win Best New Artist? There is, however, tension between him and Charlotte, and matters come to a head one evening when Frasier has cooked dinner for Charlotte and Frank turns up unannounced. Grammer will next star in Fox's drama Proven Innocent, which premieres in early 2019. Producers are meeting with writers to work out a vision for a revival, and if they settle on something, it could move to the next stage. The series finale ended with the doctor finishing his tenure on the radio show and moving away to a new job, though the closing moments saw Frasier reconnect with ex-girlfriend Charlotte (Laura Linney) in Chicago. “We’ve got a couple of TV things coming up, a possible Frasier reboot,” the 64-year-old said on the Oscars red carpet on February 10. In the same year that the Friends cast is supposedly reuniting and Bayside fans are getting a whole new generation of Saved By The Bell to follow, TV’s favourite shrink, Frasier Crane, may be checking back in. The show's former Must-See TV cohort, Will & Grace, is entering the second season of its revival on NBC (and has already been renewed for a third). Keep track of your favorite shows and movies, across all your devices. While no details have been released, Kelsey Grammer did offer some of his ideas for the reboot. (20 Apr 2004). The couple have an argument and Frank walks out, leaving Frasier with just the opportunity he was hoping for. © 2020 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. We finally got a happy ending for a character whose romances were ruined by farce and hijinks on a weekly basis. “It’s ready to go” Grammer revealed late last year. It's not much more than an idea being thrown around at the moment. After all, those eggs aren’t going to scramble themselves. 1 show on network TV in 2017-18 and will morph into spinoff The Conners in the fall following Roseanne Barr's exit. It would be far from the first time viewers followed Frasier to a new city; he began in Boston on Cheers in 1984 before moving back to his hometown of Seattle for his titular spin-off in 1993. Jane Leeves, Peri Gilpin and David Hyde Pierce co-starred along with Mahoney. Kelsey Grammer has given some exciting news on the Frasier reboot – it’s ‘ready to go’ and eyeing a mid-2020 launch. View production, box office, & company info. ‘[We’re] working on a couple of possible network deals that we’re sorting. By clicking “Accept,” you agree to the storing of first- and third-party cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Frasier plans elaborate dates to try to win Charlotte away from her boyfriend, but ends up being a third wheel when Frank continually shows up, who is oblivious of his intentions. Pour the sherry, Frasier fans. Last year, Kelsey Grammer told TV Guide that there had been "some talk, but it's nothing but talk" of a Frasier reboot, and that it was unlikely since "There are so many people that would be lined up to get their cut that even trying to finance a reboot of Frasier would be nightmarish," but that he would still love to do it if they could figure it out. If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page - we'd love to hear from you. (John Mahoney, who played Frasier's father Martin, died earlier this year.). Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Grammer will next be seen on the upcoming Fox legal drama Proven Innocent. A Frasier reboot is ‘ready to go’ for a 2020 launch (Picture: Getty) Kelsey Grammer has given some exciting news on the Frasier reboot ... (Laura Linney) in Chicago. But nothing has captured fans’ hearts in quite the same way. Especially since, according to Grammer, the plan is to have all of the original cast members on board again. Things are rolling along and Frasier finally gets the guts to tell how he feels. Photo: CBS Photo Archive, CBS via Getty Images, Watching these has been the silver lining of quarantine, Including price, original shows and movies, and more, Grammer also reveals what the revival would be about, They each chose love – but in different ways. Will NBC dump Jimmy Fallon for a Seth Meyers’ Tonight Show? This FAQ is empty. Deadline Media, ‘Big Brother’ Predictions: Live Episode 9, ‘Big Brother’ Predictions: Triple Eviction, ‘Big Brother’ Predictions: Live Episode 7, ‘Big Brother’ Predictions: Live Episode 6. Frasier star Kelsey Grammer for Coronation Street or EastEnders role. He previously revealed this new iteration wouldn’t take place in Seattle like the OG version, and would instead explore the character during the next phase in his life—potentially in New York. 'Rebuilding Paradise': Ron Howard's wildfire documentary to air ad-free November 8 on Nat…, Will Patrick J. 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Grammer told TV Guide that he has often thought about where Frasier Crane would be now, and figured he would be in another new place after things didn't work out with Charlotte (Laura Linney) after he moved to Chicago to be with her. A Frasier reboot is ‘ready to go’ for a 2020 launch (Picture: Getty) Kelsey Grammer has given some exciting news on the Frasier reboot ... (Laura Linney) in Chicago. CBS TV Studios and Frasier star/executive producer Kelsey Grammer are in the very early stages of discussion for a possible follow-up, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. Fox (“Family Ties”) and Jim Parsons (“The Big Bang Theory”). Plus, if Frasier isn’t married to Charlotte (Laura Linney), it would detract from the finale, one of the few series’ finales that got its characters’ journeys believably right. Directed by Scott Ellis. Looking for some great streaming picks? 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As for what his character is doing to keep himself busy these days, the actor says that decision is still up in the air. ", Oscars 2021 Predictions: Crafts Categories, "wolfali wrote: “We’re getting a script now and we’ve pitched the idea, we’re putting it out there.”. Make YOUR predictions at Gold Derby: Win prizes! pic.twitter.com/3mGcyEMxoy, — Kelsey Grammer (@KelseyGrammer) February 7, 2018. You never know.’. Still, if it gets past that stage, a Frasier reboot would be firmly in line with recent trends in TV. Use the HTML below. Peri Gilpin starred as Frasier's radio producer, Roz Doyle. That haul has him sharing first place with three other funny fellows: Carroll O’Connor (“All in the Family”), Michael J. Check out some of the IMDb editors' favorites movies and shows to round out your Watchlist. During the 2004 finale, Dr. Fraser Crane (Grammer) moved to Chicago with girlfriend Charlotte (Laura Linney), choosing her instead of taking a step to further his career. Download the TV Guide app for iPhone, iPad and Android! Search for "And Frasier Makes Three" on Amazon.com, Title: ‘I’d want everybody back,’ Kelsey stressed, although following the death of John Mahoney (who played Frasier’s father) in 2018 there will always be something missing. MORE: Frasier star Kelsey Grammer for Coronation Street or EastEnders role? Charlotte Connor is a recurring character on Season 11 of NBC series Frasier.She is portrayed by Laura Linney. Sign up your pals & colleagues – It’s so easy! Well, except for John Mahoney, who passed away in 2018. That is some serious bait. Download at the Apple or Google Play Stores to compete for best accuracy scores against our Experts, Editors and Users while predicting the Oscars, ”, ‘Dancing with the Stars,” “Big Brother” and all Hollywood races! This becomes the first of several occasions on which Frasier ends up spending time with Charlotte and Frank, and at no point does Frank suspect that his intentions are less than honorable; on the contrary, he thinks of Frasier as a real friend.