5 Frasier Characters Fans Demand for the October 12 Revival
The iconic show will be back in no time.
The news that the classic 1990s-early 2000s hit sitcom Frasier would be returning for another season this October has made fans of the show extremely happy, especially since Paramount+ managed to get Kelsey Grammer to reprise the role of everyone's favourite radio psychologist. But which other characters from the original show are fans most eager to see again?
Here are 5 Frasier characters fans hope to see in the revival:
Niles Crane
Frasier's brother, Niles, is widely considered one of the best characters on the show, so it's no surprise that fans really want to see David Hyde Pierce reprise his iconic role. Although Niles was portrayed as a pretentious snob early on, fans adored him, and his character arc was one of the most rewarding throughout Frasier's original run.
Bob 'Bulldog' Briscoe
Frasier's colleague at the radio station, Bulldog, was the polar opposite of the show's main character - he wasn't sophisticated or snobbish. Yet, his spontaneous bursts of sports trivia and penchant for lewd jokes made him an indispensable part of the show's ensemble. Fans are sincerely hoping that Paramount+ will coax Dan Butler back into Bulldog's role.
Noel Shempsky
While Patrick Kerr's character, Noel, wasn't a primary figure on the show, this endearing nerd stole fans' hearts with every appearance. As a die-hard Star Trek fan, he always seemed to baffle his more mainstream colleagues at the radio station.
Gil Chesterton
The food critic for KACL talk radio was more of a side character, but his fondness for opulent living and distinct mannerisms made him the target of many jokes from the show's main characters. Despite that, fans adored him. If Edward Hibbert isn't invited back, Paramount+ will surely disappoint many.
Sam Malone
Since the upcoming revival is set in Boston, fans are speculating that some characters from Cheers might make an appearance, given that Frasier is a spin-off of the iconic 1980s show. That's why fans are looking forward to the return of Ted Danson as Sam Malone, ideally in a recurring role and not just a cameo.