The Return of The Inbetweeners
Fans of the iconic British comedy series The Inbetweeners are in for a treat as the show is reportedly set to make a comeback after 16 years. This exciting development comes following a multi-million-pound deal with Netflix, which has sparked hope among fans that the beloved characters will return to screens.
Originally airing on E4, The Inbetweeners concluded its run in 2010 and was later followed by two cinematic films in 2011 and 2014. Now, the show is set to go ‘international’ with a new project that promises to bring the story of the four friends back to life.
In October, it was reported that the creators of the show, Iain Morris and Damon Beesley, had signed a deal with production company Banijay UK to work on a new project involving the famous characters. At the time, the details of the project were unclear, but recent updates suggest that a movie is currently being finalised for release on Netflix.
It is hoped that the new film will feature all of the original cast members, including Emily Atack, who played Charlotte ‘Big Jugs’ Hinchliffe. A source close to the project said: ‘Inbetweeners fans will be thrilled and relieved because when talk of a reboot emerged last year, there were fears it might not turn out to be a telly project.’
The source added: ‘Netflix have been keen to make the project happen partly because its enjoyed a bit of a renaissance since old episodes aired on the streaming service and introduced a whole new generation to the show. The deal is on the cusp of being fully rubber stamped, with discussions still happening about production timelines, storylines and cast.’
The Daily Mail has reached out to representatives for Netflix for further comment on the matter.
The Original Cast and Their Excitement
The Inbetweeners famously starred Simon Bird, Joe Thomas, James Buckley, and Blake Harrison as the four school pals who captured the hearts of viewers with their hilarious antics. Back in October, the show’s creators confirmed that plans are underway to bring back the iconic characters for a fresh chapter, after signing a deal with production giant Banijay UK.
In a statement, Morris and Beesley said: ‘It’s incredibly exciting to be plotting more adventures for our four favourite friends (ooh friends).’
At the time, it was thought the project could involve a new TV run, a film, or even a stage adaptation, with talks already underway about how to reboot the cult favourite.
Banijay’s chief executive, Patrick Holland, told The Sun he was ‘delighted to pick up the conversation about the future of The Inbetweeners with them’. He added: ‘They have an infectious creative vision for the brand which will resonate with audiences old and new.’
The company said the deal ‘unlocks the rights and potential to bring The Inbetweeners back for new audiences across a range of platforms including film, tv and stage’.
The Cast’s Enthusiasm
Joe Thomas, one of the original cast members, previously revealed that the group was eager to return to the show. He said the cast had remained close friends and would ‘jump at the chance’ to work together again.
Speaking to a podcast, he said: ‘We’re all still around. We’re all still in each other’s lives. We all still like each other. And if it was something that came up, I think we would want to do it.’
This enthusiasm from the cast suggests that the return of The Inbetweeners could be a major event for fans, bringing back the humor and charm that made the show a staple of British television. With Netflix’s involvement and the support of the original creators, the future of the series looks brighter than ever.
