Overview

• Jon Lovitz and Al Jean announced efforts to develop a revival of the 1990s animated series The Critic, currently in the early stages of development.
• The creators have publicly appealed to fans on social media to show their support, emphasizing that audience demand will be key to convincing studios to greenlight the project.
• The Critic originally aired for two seasons in 1994 and was briefly revived as a web series in 2000-2001, maintaining a cult following despite its limited run.
• The potential revival comes as streaming platforms increasingly invest in nostalgic content, with other animated series like King of the Hill and Futurama recently making comebacks.
• Known for its satirical take on the entertainment industry, the show is considered a precursor to later animated comedies such as Family Guy.