Some more news on the Malcolm in the Middle revival front. Christopher Masterson (Francis) and Justin Berfield (Reese) are officially returning and Dewey has been recast; role will be played by Caleb Ellsworth-Clark as original Dewey, Erik Per Sullivan, has since retired from acting with no desire to return.
Variety has learned that Christopher Masterson and Justin Berfield are returning for the Disney+ update of the classic sitcom, reprising the roles of Francis and Reese, respectively.
However, Erik Per Sullivan will officially not be returning as Dewey. Instead, Caleb Ellsworth-Clark (“Fargo,” “The Expanse”) will take over the role for the four-episode revival from Disney Branded Television.
And some more casting news, rounding things out:
In addition, Anthony Timpano (“Riverdale,” “Nancy Drew”), Vaughan Murrae (“Before I Change My Mind,” “The Way Home”), and Keeley Karsten (“The Fabelmans,” “Hunters”) will also star. Timpano will play Malcolm’s youngest brother, Jamie, while Murrae will play Malcolm’s youngest sibling, Kelly. Karsten will play Malcolm’s daughter, Leah.
Source: Variety