CBShas been responsible for some of the most memorable and culturally relevant comedy television shows in recent memory. In addition to their extensive catalog of modern shows such asThe Big Bang Theory,Two and a Half Men, andMike & Molly, the network is also responsible for classic shows such asI Love Lucy,Gilligan’s Island, andFamily Matters. Now, CBS will be revisiting its beloved 2000s classicEverybody Hates Chrisby rebooting the show as an animated series.
Everybody Hates Chrisstarred Chris Rock as a narrator telling stories of his teenage experiences. The show starred Tyler James Williams as the teenage Chris,with Terry Crews as his fatherandPhineas and Ferbvoice actor Vincent Martella as Chris' best friend, among a slew of other memorable cast members. The episodes regularly examined the misadventures of Chris as he lived in Brooklyn during the 1980s, putting a great narrative focus on Chris as an exceedingly unfortunate individual.
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Deadline reports the animated adaptation ofEverybody Hates Chrishas securedCentral Parkshowrunner Sanjay Shahas a writer and executive producer. Shah is an especially notable choice since he also has producing credits on the ABC comedy hitFresh Off the Boat. Rock, who recently played against type inSpiral: From the Book of Sawand is undergoing a career comeback, will be returning to the show as both the narrator and an executive producer. Information on the series' release date and casting is currently unknown but is expected to be announced soon.
Interestingly,Everybody Hates Chrisisn’t the only upcoming project Shah is attached to as a writer. Shah is also writing an untitled comedy feature film about an Indian boy band for Universal. Other artists attached to the film include filmmaker Nisha Ganatra (director ofLate Nightstarring Emma Thompson and Mindy Kaling) and music producer and songwriter Savan Kotecha, who has previously worked with a number of successful musiciansincluding Ariana Grande, Ellie Goulding, and The Weeknd.
An animated series based onEverybody Hates Chriswould be unique among other animated comedies. The reboot would likely be as accessible to a wide range of audiences as the original series was, and it would be a stark contrast from the zaniness ofRick and Mortyor the fantastical elements ofBojack Horseman.
TheEverybody Hates Chrisreboot is also likely to be another major catalog entry for Paramount Plus upon its release. As for now, fans of Rock and comedy series, in general, will undoubtedly be excited for a show that, despite its title, many audiences seem to love.
