Remakes certainly aren’t a new concept. Did you know the classic 1991 film Father of the Bride, starring Steve Martin, Diane Keaton and Martin Short, is a remake of the 1950 film of the same name?
But in 2026, it seems that quite a few things are getting a remake or reboot…
What movie or TV show is getting a reboot in 2026?
Without further ado, here are all the movies and TV shows getting rebooted or remade in 2026:
Malcolm in the Middle
Nearly two decades after its release, Malcolm in the Middle is coming back!
The TV show catapulted Frankie Muniz into super stardom as a teenager. It also solidified Bryan Cranston as a comedic powerhouse long before he flexed his dramatic skills in Breaking Bad.
Its rebooted series is called Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair, a callback to the show’s theme song.
Everyone is returning to the show except for Erik Per Sullivan, who played Malcolm’s younger brother Dewey. Erik retired from acting and didn’t want to return. Caleb Ellsworth-Clark is taking over the role.
The show is set to premiere on 10 April 2026 in the US. It will likely be available on Disney+ in Australia.
Scrubs
This one’s more of a reboot than a remake, but Scrubs is officially coming back in 2026. The comedy series, which ran from 2001 to 2010, has officially been ordered straight to series by US network ABC.
Original series creator Bill Lawrence has been confirmed as executive producer. Furthermore, leading man Zach Braff is on board to reprise the role of J.D.. And in great news for fans, even more of the original cast are now set to return.
Donald Faison has signed on the dotted line to step back into thescrubs of JD’s best friend, Dr Christopher Turk. And series original Sarah Chalke, who played Dr Elliot Reid, is also returning to join the trio.
In the teaser trailer for the rebooted series, we can see the cast members who have returned and the world premiere date: 25 February 2026! Watch it here.
7th Heaven
7th Heaven, the popular series that followed the Camden family and ran for 11 seasons from 1996 to 2007, is getting the remake treatment.
According to Variety, the new iteration will focus on a diverse family, and none of the original cast members will appear.
However, Jessica Biel – who starred in the original 7th Heaven as Mary Camden – will executive-produce the remake.
Watch this space for more details; currently, it’s very early days for the 7th Heaven reboot.
The Bodyguard
Warner Bros. have confirmed that they’re remaking The Bodyguard. The 1992 film, which was nominated for two Oscars, stars Kevin Costner and the late Whitney Houston, and follows a famous R&B singer who hires a former Secret Service agent as her bodyguard.
At this stage, there’s no word on who will star in The Bodyguard remake. However, Warner Bros. have confirmed that Sam Wrench, who directed the concert film Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour, will direct.
Scooby Doo
For the first time ever, the iconic Hanna-Barbera cartoon Scooby Doo will be remade as a live-action TV series.
Peter Friedlander, vice president of scripted series at Netflix, announced the news in March 2025 and said in a statement:
“Mystery Inc. is back in business! We’re excited to bring Scooby Doo to TV as a live-action series for the first time. The beloved franchise has had an impact on pop culture that is undeniable — it’s rich with universal themes of friendship that generations of fans have long embraced. Together with creative powerhouses Berlanti Productions and Midnight Radio, we’re committed to delighting longtime fans and opening up a world of groovy adventures for a new era of meddling kids.”
The upcoming Scooby Doo series will reveal how Mystery Inc. and their beloved Great Dane first came together.
“During their final summer at camp, old friends Shaggy and Daphne get embroiled in a haunting mystery surrounding a lonely, lost Great Dane puppy that may have been a witness to a supernatural murder. Together with the pragmatic and scientific townie, Velma, and the strange, but ever so handsome new kid, Freddy, they set out to solve the case that is pulling each of them into a creepy nightmare that threatens to expose all of their secrets,” the official logline reads.
It’s not yet been announced who will play Shaggy, Daphne, Velma and Fred or when the series will be released; watch this space.
Prison Break
The popular TV show Prison Break, which ran for five seasons between 2005 and 2017, and starred Wentworth Miller and Dominic Purcell, is getting rebooted in 2026.
This new iteration will not continue the story of the original series but will apparently be set in the same universe, focusing on a new crew of inmates.
Emily Browning, Lukas Gage, and Drake Rodger are set to star in the Prison Break reboot.
There has been no update on its release date, but Hulu (the US-production and streaming service) has ordered a series, so we’ll get at least one season!
Escape (The Piña Colada Song)
We’re unsure if this truly classifies as a ‘remake’; it’s more of an adaptation. But, nevertheless, the popular 1979 song “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)” by Rupert Holmes is getting made into a film.
Similar to the Australian Christmas Classic turned film: How to Make Gravy starring Hugo Weaving.
The lyrics of the song tell the story of a man who, feeling bored in his relationship, responds to a personal ad seeking someone who enjoys “piña coladas and getting caught in the rain.” He arranges to meet the mystery woman, only to discover that it’s his own partner who placed the personal ad.
Presumably, this will be the plot of the upcoming film, which will be a romantic comedy produced by Alloy Entertainment.
Buffy, the Vampire Slayer
According to Variety, the cult classic television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer may get a reboot in 2026.
Furthermore, Sarah Michelle Gellar will likely reprise her role as the titular character.
“Sources say that Sarah Michelle Gellar is in final talks to once again play the iconic title character in the untitled project, although it would focus on a new Slayer and Gellar would appear in a recurring role rather than leading the series,” the outlet reported.
Production did go ahead, and Sarah Michelle shared many updates throughout 2025, including a table read of the pilot script.
“I have always listened to the fans and heard your desire to revisit “Buffy” and her world, but it was not something I could do unless I was sure we would get it right,” she said in a post on Instagram. “This has been a long process, and it’s not over yet. I promise you, we will only make this show if we know we can do it right. And I will tell you that we are on the path there.”
On IMDB the reboot is called Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale with a very short description: “Follows Buffy Summers as she trains a new vampire slayer, to fight the forces of evil.”
No word on the release date. Check back here for more details.
Little House on the Prairie remake
Netflix has greenlit a new Little House on the Prairie series. The original series, based on Ingalls Wilder’s Little House books, ran for nine seasons from 1974 to 1983.
There’s no word yet on a release date for the new Little House on the Prairie series, but Jinny Howe, Vice President of drama series for Netflix, teased that it would come to the streaming platform soon.
“Little House on the Prairie has captured the hearts and imaginations of so many fans around the world, and we’re excited to share its enduring themes of hope and optimism with a fresh take on this iconic story,” Jinny also said.
Baywatch remake
The show that catapulted Pamela Anderson and David Hasselhoff to fame is getting the remake treatment. Granted, there has already been a film remake in 2017 starring Zac Efron and Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson. However, it appears that this new television series may be not be connected to that movie.
That being said, it has not been announced who will star in the new Baywatch series.
Furthermore, there’s no update on when it’ll hit our screens. It’s been ordered for the 2026-2027 season, so likely September timing.
Bewitched remake
If you’ve been wiggling your nose, hoping for a remake of Bewitched, you’re in luck! Judalina Neira — who has worked on Daisy Jones and The Six, The Boys and The Flash — has signed a deal with Sony to remake the 1960s sitcom that starred Elizabeth Montgomery.
The upcoming Bewitched series is described as “an irreverent hour-long reimagination of the classic TV series.”
At this stage, no release date or cast details have been announced, but it’s rumoured the Bewitched remake is slated for a 2026release… Watch this space! And in the meantime, you can watch the 2005 film remake of Bewitched, starring Nicole Kidman, via Apple TV+.
And furthermore, here’s a list of all the films and television shows that were remade in 2024 and 2025:
Road House remake
Jake Gyllenhaal starred in the remake of Road House, which was released in March 2024. The original Road House was released in 1989 and starred the late Patrick Swayze.
The Fall Guy remake
In May 2024, The Fall Guy — a film starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt – was released. It’s a remake of the little-known 1980s television show of the same name.
Twister remake
The 1996 film Twister, starring Bill Paxton, Helen Hunt, and Philip Seymour Hoffman, followed two storm chasers as they tried to create an advanced weather alert system ahead of a dangerous tornado. In July 2024, a modern reimagining of the film — titled Twisters and starring Glen Powell of Top Gun: Maverick fame and Daisy Edgar-Jones of Where the Crawdads Sing fame — was released.
Nosferatu remake
Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror, the 1922 film based on Bram Stoker’s novel, is considered one of the most influential silent films of all time. In December 2024, it got a remake — which starred Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Willem Dafoe, and Bill Skarsgård.
