The hit sitcom “Family Matters” could be making a comeback, but in a different way.
According to reports, the iconic show may return as an animated series. Actor Bryton James, who played Richie Crawford on the show, revealed that the project is already in motion. In a recent interview, he explained, I had an idea to take the show and turn it into an animated series.” He continued, “Taking the old episodes and modernizing them and kind of starting from scratch for the new generation.”
James added that the idea has already gained momentum. “I’ve got pretty far along with my animated Family Matters idea, including getting a production company in line to finance and bringing everybody on board,” he shared. He also said that Jaleel White, who played the role of Steve Urkel and made it a household name, is part of the plan, although he had originally turned down the first idea of a reboot. “It’s sitting in Warner Bros.’ hands right now… That plan is still kind of floating around out there, and I’m still trying to pursue it.”
The actor also said that he’s still connected with the cast. “I still very much keep in touch with Telma Hopkins, who played my mom… [Darius McCrary], who played Eddie Winslow. I just saw [Kellie Shanygne Williams, who played Laura], a lot of them are living — I think [Jo Marie Payton] and Kellie are living on the East Coast, so they came out for Telma’s birthday a few years back, and I got to see them again. Jaleel, I’ve kept in touch with him off and on, a great mentor at this point in my life,” he said.
James also said that White would not need to physically reprise his role as Urkel if he brings the character back. “Jaleel wouldn’t have to put the outfit on either, and we could still deliver what the show did for the audience and for families, especially, and revamp it for the new generation.”
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