Disney+ and Hulu have ordered a Glee reboot to series, with Ryan Murphy returning to the show he co-created, the streamers announced Oct. 21.
The news arrives more than 10 years after the Fox original ended, and the show’s official Instagram account marked the moment with the caption “Currently gleeking out!”
(Glee via Fox)
- Where to watch: Disney+ and Hulu
- Studio: 20th Television
- Creators: Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Ian Brennan
- Original run: Fox, 2009 to 2015 (six seasons)
Glee Is Returning to Disney+ and Hulu
The reboot will be produced by 20th Television and will stream on both Disney+ and Hulu.
So far, Disney has shared only a teaser image featuring the show’s famous L-for-loser logo, so story details are being closely guarded.
The original series followed the New Directions show choir at William McKinley High School in Lima, Ohio, and ran for six seasons from 2009 to 2015.
Who Is Behind the Reboot?
Ryan Murphy is reuniting with original co-creators Brad Falchuk and Ian Brennan, who wrote the first two seasons with him.
He started teasing a revival over the summer, then told Entertainment Tonight in September that the three of them had finished a script.
Ryan is also behind Hulu’s All’s Fair, which returns for Season 2 on Nov. 4.
Will the Original Cast Return?
Lea Michele is returning as Rachel Berry, according to Variety’s exclusive report, which confirmed the news with multiple sources. Disney hasn’t officially announced any casting yet, but Ryan said earlier, “I’ve been in touch with around 10 of the original cast members.”
He added that the actors were enthusiastic about the idea, though they hadn’t read the script yet.
Several stars have already shared their feelings. Lea Michele told E! News in September that she would “follow Ryan wherever he goes,” and Jane Lynch said in 2024 that she would revisit coach Sue Sylvester.
Chris Colfer has also said he would consider returning.
Two of Lea’s former castmates appear to be on board, too. Heather Morris shared a throwback photo of Brittany S. Pierce on Instagram shortly after the news broke, and Chord Overstreet, who played Sam Evans, posted “Reunited and it feels so good!” on X.
Matthew Morrison, who played Will Schuester, is not in talks to appear, according to Deadline, but he’s reportedly hopeful that he’ll be part of the project.
The original ensemble included Amber Riley, Kevin McHale, Jenna Ushkowitz, Darren Criss and Matthew Morrison, along with the late Cory Monteith and Naya Rivera.
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When Does the Glee Reboot Premiere?
Disney+ and Hulu haven’t announced a premiere date just yet.
It’s also unclear whether the new series will follow a fresh generation of McKinley students, bring back original characters or do both, since Disney is calling it a reboot while Ryan’s comments suggest returning stars.
We’ll update this story as soon as more casting and a release window are confirmed.
Where to Watch Glee Now
All six seasons of the original series are available to stream on Hulu and Disney+, so you have plenty of time to rewatch before the reboot arrives.
Between the new order, the cast’s enthusiasm and a script already in hand, this revival is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated returns on streaming.
Another TV favorite is making a comeback too, with Stephen Amell leading Fox’s Baywatch reboot in January 2027.
Looking for more nostalgia? Check out The 13 Best Quotes to Use as Instagram Captions for All Your Choir Posts.
