While they aren't new, reboots have gained plenty of popularity, especially in the last decade. Many series and films from the '90s, '80s, and even earlier have returned with slight tweaks to appeal to newer audiences. Not all series work as a reboot, since there are many stories out there that simply aren't compatible with today's world, but many others are as relevant now as they were years ago.
Some may not like it, but reboots aren't going anywhere soon. After all, there are plenty of series still waiting to make their comeback. Whether it is for their contemporary topics or the love they provoked in their audiences during their time, these classic shows could use a revamp.
10 Captain Planet & The Planeteers Tackles Current Topics
A '90s fan favorite, Captain Planet and the Planeteers was a TBS animated series. The show, which attempted to be educational, focused on the Planeteers, a teenage supergroup with elemental superpowers who tried to combat pollution on Earth guided by Captain Planet.
Since the show, there have been several attempts to produce a new version of Captain Planet and the Planeteers, but all these projects have been quickly scrapped. Given its ecological discourse, this series explores topics that are more important than ever, so people would definitely welcome its reboot.
9 The O.C. Could Change To Appeal To New Generations
The O.C. was a teen drama series that followed the lives of the rich in Newport Beach. It mainly focused on the Cohen family, a philanthropic bunch who often struggles to adapt to the materialistic world they live in.
Like Beverly Hills, 90210 or One Tree Hill, The O.C. defined a generation. Fifteen years since the show ended, it's time to bring back a fresh perspective of the Orange Country drama to television. HBO's Gossip Girl has already proved that teenage drama sells regardless of the decade.
8 Recess Has The Potential To Become Iconic Again
Recess, by Paul Germain and Joe Ansolabeher, followed the lives of six students — TJ, Vince, Spinelli, Mikey, Gretchen, and Gus — during their time at their elementary school. The series often depicted the internal structure of the school with the outside world, including socioeconomic systems and class structure.
From its very first episode, Recess offered an acute analysis of society wrapped in healthy humor. The characters are relatable and full of soul, which makes them thoroughly lovable. New generations would definitely enjoy meeting a modern version of them.
7 Family Matters Is The Kind of Wholesome TV People Need Right Now
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A spin-off of the '80s series Perfect Strangers, Family Matters followed the lives of the Winslows, a middle-class African-American family from Chicago, Illinois, and their geeky neighbor Steve Urkel, a nerd stereotype from the early '90s.
Throughout nine seasons, Family Matters offered the viewers a charming, relatable story full of humor for the whole family. This positioned it as a favorite among TV audiences. A reboot of Family Matters that focused on adapting these characters to the 21st century would surely be a hit.
6 Gargoyles Has Been Close To A Revival Several Times
Disney's Gargoyles, was a series about a clan of nocturnal gargoyles who are brought back to life in New York in 1994 after a billionaire bought their castle and rebuilt it on top of his skyscraper. This animated classic followed the Goliath clan as they tried to adapt to modern life in the Big Apple.
Gargoyles has maintained a cult following since it ended 25 years ago. So far, different producers have attempted to create a film adaptation of this story, including Jordan Peele and Todd Garner. Sadly, nothing has come from these attempts. Hopefully, loyal fans will get what they want soon.
5 Freaks & Geeks Could Use A Revamp
Created by Paul Feig, Freaks and Geeks was an NBC dramedy that centered on two Michigan teenagers, Lindsay and Sam Weir, and their friends, the freaks and the geeks, respectively. This series catapulted the career of many celebrities, such as James Franco, Linda Cardellini, Seth Rogen, and Jason Segel.
Freaks and Geeks is one of the best coming-of-age series out there. The smart but hilarious way it tackled teenagehood and the social pressure that comes with it would definitely translate into the current day. Considering how many great stars debuted in this show, its new cast would have big shoes to fill.
4 CatDog Would Have Many Interesting Takes On Modern Society
CatDog was a 1998 animated series about conjoined siblings, a cat and a dog, who had to deal with their condition regardless of their very different personalities. While Cat was serious and often manipulative, Dog was the epitome of clumsy. Together they lived in Nearburg with their neighbor Winslow and many other bizarre anthropomorphic animals.
Although it was a kids' show, CatDog's humor was often more complex than it receives credit for. The series and its many flawed characters were a reflection of society at the time. Surely a reboot would shed some light on the more bizarre aspects of the modern era.
3 Firefly Had A Very Incredible Premise
A 2000s space Western, Firefly starred Nathan Fillion as Malcolm Reynolds, the captain of Serenity, a Firefly-class spaceship. The series followed Mal and his crew as they tried to survive in a dystopian future where USA and China rule the world as a single government named the Alliance.
Although it only lasted one season, Firefly has one of the biggest cult followings in the sci-fi fandom. The series, which then expanded into comics, has a lot of fan support campaigns, but besides Serenity, the 2005 film, there aren't any plans to bring it back. This is a huge mistake that hopefully will be corrected soon.
2 Freakazoid! Was A Genius Show
Freakazoid! tells the story of Dexter Douglas, a genius-level 16-year-old who develops a superpowered alter-ego after a computer accident. This character, who is an obvious parody of known characters like Shazam, dedicated his life to saving Washington, D.C.
In addition to being a parody, Freakazoid! was a metafictional series, often disrupting the story to include mock commercials or having Freakazoid break the fourth wall. Now that superhero fiction is in fashion, a Freakazoid! reboot would be an excellent comedic addition to the genre.
1 Everyone Believes Pushing Daisies Deserves A Second Life
Lee Pace starred in Pushing Daisies as Ned, a pie-maker with the magical gift to bring the dead back to life once using only his touch. This quirky series centered on him as he solved murder cases together with his formerly dead crush Chuck, his coworker Olive Snook, and Emerson Cod, a private investigator.
Although it was on its way to becoming a complete success, Pushing Daises was canceled after its second season — apparently due to the 2008 Hollywood writers' strike. Since it's been longer than a decade, it would be difficult to craft a proper revival for the show, but a reboot would give fans the closure they need.