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Dewey Declines Malcolm Revival: Harvard Student Says No
6 Apr
Summary
- Erik Per Sullivan declined a generous offer to return as Dewey.
- Sullivan is currently pursuing a master's degree at Harvard University.
- The Malcolm in the Middle revival is set to premiere on Hulu on April 10, 2026.
A revival of the beloved sitcom Malcolm in the Middle is slated for release on Hulu on April 10, 2026. However, the series will not see the return of Erik Per Sullivan, who originally portrayed Dewey. Instead, Caleb Ellsworth-Clark will take on the role.
Jane Kaczmarek, reprising her role as Lois, revealed that producers made significant efforts to bring Sullivan back, even offering him 'buckets of money.' Sullivan reportedly declined, stating he was focused on studying Dickens. Kaczmarek also mentioned her own career break due to family responsibilities following her divorce after the original show's end.
This sentiment was echoed by Bryan Cranston, who plays Hal. In February 2026, Cranston shared that Sullivan, who is attending Harvard University for a master's degree, expressed no interest in returning to acting. Sullivan's last acting project was the 2010 film Twelve.
