10 classic fantasy shows perfect for a Wednesday-style reboot

There are a lot of interesting classic fantasy series that will be rebooted in a similar style to Netflix's Wednesdays, which is a lot of fun.

Wednesday's Netflix series has become a hit with the anchor. In large part, this stems from the inspired turn of Jenna Ortega as the protagonist. Through her, the revered Addams family franchise was brought to life for a new generation of fans.

However, there are plenty of other classic fantasy TV series that could prove fruitful if someone did a Wednesday-style reboot. While some of them could focus on teenage characters, others could simply offer a more humorous, ironic series as it was envisioned when it first ran.

The Munsters (1964-1966)

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Along with the Addamses, the Minsters are one of the most iconic and recognizable sitcom families. Even though they've had their fair share of reboots -- including a recent movie -- it'll be interesting to see them get the treatment on Wednesday, too.

In particular, audiences will no doubt enjoy spending more time with Marilyn (the "normal" member of the family) and even Eddie, the werewolf boy. However, a series like this could go in multiple directions, and it will be interesting to see how the Munsters fare in the 21st century social media world.

Bewitched (1964-1972)

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Bewitched is often considered one of the best sitcoms in the history of the form. Its tale of a witch who marries a mortal -- and the many mischiefs that ensue -- is quirky and funny, and its lead, Samantha, is undeniably charismatic.

Although the series has been reimagined several times, it still has a lot of potential. In particular, it would have been interesting to see Samantha at a younger age, when she was still figuring out how to use her powers (not to mention dealing with her mother, Ndola, who was arguably the best in the original series One of the characters).

I Dream Of Jeannie (1965-1970)

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There are many sitcoms with odd scenes, but few are as unusual as "I Dreamed of Jenny." As the title suggests, it focuses on an elf and her master, an astronaut living in 1960s America. It's a fun and quirky series, and one ripe for a reboot on Wednesday.

While the original was the bright, shiny series that was so common in the 1960s, the new edition could take the story in a new direction. In particular, it can provide a More like Jenny's backstory, showing some of her early life before she came to 20th (or 21st) century America.

Hercules: The Legendary Journeys (1995-1999)

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Of all the retellings of classical mythology, Hercules: A Legendary Journey is one of the best. In some ways, it was the pinnacle of 1990s television, with its focus on the main character, his various journeys and his dangerous relationship with the goddess Hera.

Rebooting can take several paths. Most notably, it could reimagine the original series as a kind of coming-of-age story with a new cast, one that more fully explores the darker, more sinister fringes of ancient mythology, and, of course, doesn't miss the humor. Key to its appeal, and a recurring point in the original show.

Beauty And The Beast (1987-1990)

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In the 1980s, Beauty and the Beast was noted for breathing new life into classic stories. In particular, it adds layers of sinister romance and gritty crime drama, with Rumplman giving a particularly good performance as Vincent the Beast.

Since it has already been rebooted once, newer versions will have to take some creative risks. However, there are It will no doubt be interesting for audiences to learn more about Vincent and his backstory, especially if the creators get Ron Perlman back.

Xena: Warrior Princess (1995-2001)

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With Hercules, Xena: The Warrior Princess was a beloved show of the 1990s, in large part because of the charisma and energy of Lucy Lawless as the formidable protagonist The presence. Even more inclined to the faction part of its story than Hercules.

The reboot could of course have Lawless in the role, and allow for a deeper dive into more sinister Greek mythology and other tales. Or, it could subvert audience expectations and make the series more ironic by casting a young actress (one could easily imagine someone like the perpetually ironic Aubrey Plaza in this role. people).

Dark Shadows (1966-1971)

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Dark Shadows remains one of the strangest and most compelling series of the 1960s. Somehow, it manages to weave together various elements, including soap opera and gothic romance, and throw in a lot of supernatural material. ^Like other properties, it has a long afterlife - including a Tim Burton film version - but that's precisely what makes it so desirable A choice of remakes. Given how popular it was with teens among its original audience, it's easy to see how popular this style of remake would be.

In addition to high-budget films, Disney has always been known for its extravagant feature films, and they are also known for their surprisingly complex Saturday morning cartoons. One of the best of these is Aladdin, which follows the further adventures of the protagonist and his friends.

Aladdin (1994-1995)

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This is a perfect series for a Wednesday-style reboot, especially since the studio has rebooted other classic cartoons (such as Ducktales). What's more, it can dive into some of the darker, more sinister material that only appeared periodically in the original series.

In some ways, Gilligan's Island was one of the best (and weirdest) sitcoms of the 1960s. Its story of a group of people who perish on a desert island is often hard to believe, but it's that element of wonder that makes it such a popular part of the TV landscape.

Gilligan’s Island (1964-1967)

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A remake of this particular story could easily succeed if it included a younger version Beloved character. Also, it could reshape the narrative to make it more of a mystery like Wednesday, which would add to the fun of the narrative.

The concept of Dinotopia is certainly a unique one, as it focuses on a land where dinosaurs and humans interact and mingle. However, given that dinosaurs are enduring elements of pop culture, the new series could certainly capitalize on this phenomenon.

Dinotopia (2002-2003)

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Just as importantly, it can easily introduce teenage elements, which is one of the cutest parts of Wednesday. Given the dramatic advances in CGI technology -- and the increased budgets TV shows demand -- the concept could be very beneficial for studios willing to embrace it.

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