Overview
- The streaming revival received a formal series order in October and will be produced for Disney+ and Hulu.
- Series co-creators Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Ian Brennan completed a script and have contacted roughly ten original cast members about returning.
- Chris Colfer said he had a “nice conversation” about reprising Kurt and expects further talks but has not committed to the project.
- Several other original actors, including Lea Michele, Heather Morris and Chord Overstreet, have been reported to be in talks to return though no official casting is confirmed.
- Producers face practical and emotional hurdles, including costly music licensing, unresolved production timing, and sensitive choices about honoring or addressing deceased cast members.