Malcolm in the middle It was an instant hit when it premiered on January 9, 2000, and quickly became one of the highest-rated and most popular sitcoms of the 2000s. The FOX series followed the antics of the Wilkerson family and ended in 2006 after 151 episodes, earning 33 Emmy nominations and seven wins during its original run.
The show centered on Malcolm, who he plays Frankie MunizHis family is eccentric, including his parents Bryan Cranston (Hall) and Jane Kaczmarek (Louis) with his brothers. Although the series ended nearly two decades ago, the cast has remained connected, and fans have long hoped for a reunion.
This encounter finally happens. A Disney+ reboot is currently in the works, bringing back several original cast members, including Muniz, Cranston, Christopher Kennedy Masterson (Francis), Justin Berfield (Reese), W Amy Colegado (Byama). The limited series is titled Malcolm in the middle: Life’s still unfairwill follow Malcolm as an adult with a daughter, bringing him back into the chaos of his family on his parents’ special anniversary.
It is worth noting, Eric Pere Sullivanwho originally played Dewey, will not be returning for the revival after stepping away from acting years ago, and the role has been recast.
Take a trip down memory lane as we explore what the “Malcolm in the Middle” family is doing now!
Frankie Muniz
Frankie Muniz He began playing the title character in Malcolm in the middle At only 14 years old. Malcolm was one of Lois and Hal’s children on the hit FOX series. Malcolm was a genius with a photographic memory. Frankie’s performance earned him an Emmy Award nomination and two Golden Globe Award nominations.
during Malcolm in the East Over the course of 7 seasons, Frankie starred in films such as big fat liar, Agent Cody Banksand Racing lines. He also notably voiced the role of Chester McBadpat in Somewhat strange parents He played a guest role in an episode of the series Lizzie McGuire In 2002.
Frankie would take a step back from acting to explore a career in open wheel racing in 2008. He was also a drummer in the band Kingsfoil From 2012 to 2014. Frankie was one of the celebrity contestants Dancing with the starSeason 25. It came in third place. He went on to co-host Dancing with the Stars Juniors with Jordan Fisher In 2018.
The actor and his long love, Big priceThey announced their engagement in 2018 and married in February 2020. They welcomed their first child in March 2021.
Bryan Cranston
Bryan Cranston Play Hal, the patriarch Malcolm in the middle. After the show ended in 2006, Brian went on to land his most memorable role to date, playing Walter White on the AMC series. Very bad. He won 4 Emmy Awards for his performance in the drama series.
He has also starred in films such as Argo, Uptrend, Little Miss Sunshineand Isle of dogs. He received an Academy Award nomination for portraying the screenwriter and novelist Dalton Trumbo In the 2015 movie Trumbo.
Brian is a famous theater actor as well. He won his first Tony Award for his previous role President Lyndon Johnson in All the way in 2014. He reprized the role in the 2016 HBO film. He won a second Tony Award for his performance in network. The actor also starred in and produced the Showtime limited series. Your honor.
Jane Kaczmarek
Jane Kaczmarek She played Lois, Malcolm’s mother, in the FOX sitcom. She received 7 consecutive Emmy Award nominations for her role in the film Malcolm in the middle. She also received 3 Golden Globe Award nominations.
since Malcolm in the middle Over, Jane has appeared in shows like Law & Order: SVU, Big bang theory, Carroll’s second lawand this is us. She also had roles in films such as: chips and 6 balloons. She guest-starred in an episode of the TV show Mixed-ish In 2019.
Jane broke up with the actor Bradley Whitford In 2009 after 17 years of marriage. Their divorce was finalized in 2010. They have three children together.
Christopher Kennedy Masterson
Christopher Kennedy Masterson He played the eldest son of Francis, Hal, and Louis. After the show ended in 2006, Christopher appeared in several films and guest-starred on shows such as white collar, Men at workand haven. His last TV and film projects were in 2014. Christopher now works as a DJ.
Christopher is also the younger brother of That ’70s Show star Danny Masterson. His half-brothers are ego and Jordan Masterson. He dated That ’70s Show star Laura Prepon From 1999 to 2007. Christopher is now married to an actress Yolanda Pecoraro. They have one daughter, Chiara, whom they welcomed in 2021.
Justin Berfield
Justin Berfield He played Reese, Malcolm’s older brother. His position-Malcolm in the middle The career moved to more behind-the-scenes work. He produced films privately Romance and cigarettes and Blonde ambition.
Justin is the Creative Director of Virgin Produced, the film, TV and entertainment division of the British Virgin Group. He launched Virgin Produced in 2010. He is now the father of a baby girl. Which he received in 2020 with his wife, Lisa.
Eric Pere Sullivan
Eric Pere Sullivan He played Dewey in both Malcolm in the East 151 episodes. Dewey was Malcolm’s younger brother. Eric’s last acting credit was the film twelve In 2010, and since then he seems to have retired from acting.
After leaving Hollywood, Eric briefly attended the University of Southern California before focusing on academics. He is now said to be pursuing a master’s degree at Harvard University, where he is studying Victorian literature.
In 2026, Eric made headlines after it was revealed that he refused to return for the Disney+ revival of his film. Malcolm in the middle. Brian Shared on Fly on the wall podcast that Eric was “the only one who didn’t come back,” explaining, “He’s really, really smart, and he’s getting his master’s at Harvard now. He said, ‘Oh, God no. I haven’t acted since I was nine or something, so I’m not interested.'”
Brian added that even though this update has passed, Eric still thinks it’s “awesome” that the show is back.
