The popular ’90s sitcom “Frasier” will return to the screens, with Kelsey Grammer reprising his role as radio psychiatrist Frasier Crane on the reboot, ViacomCBS confirmed Wednesday.
It will be the second time Grammer, 66, has taken on the role that defined his career – he first appeared as Crane in the mid-80s on the equally beloved series “Cheers.”
But there was no word on whether his supporting cast members will join him in the new series, meaning the future of Frasier’s brother Niles, played by David Hyde Pierce, and Jane Leeves’ Daphne remains unclear.
“Frasier is back – and he’s more exactly the same than ever,” ViacomCBS said in a statement Wednesday. Kelsey Grammer reprises his role as the Dr. Frasier Crane. ‘
Paramount + added that it brings back “one of the most acclaimed, most successful comedy series of all time.”
“The revival will have everything you love about the original: fun, good writing and of course a Kelsey Grammer-led cast,” the streaming service said. No date was given for the revival.
CNN has contacted Grammer’s representatives for comment.
One of the most successful spin-offs in TV history, the show followed Crane back to his hometown of Seattle and introduced some new characters that didn’t exist in “Cheers.” It went on to make its own name and enjoyed 11 popular years on the airwaves.
The return was announced at a launch event for Paramount +, which will begin streaming on March 4. Other confirmed shows included the anthology crime series “American Tragedy” and the dark comedy “Guilty Party,” while movies featuring the sequel to “A Quiet Place” and the seventh episode of “Mission Impossible” are coming to the service after their theatrical run.
ViacomCBS has strongly promoted the platform, a rebranding of the existing CBS All Access service, including several TV spots during the Super Bowl earlier this month.