Disney+ and Hulu officially gave a series order to a Glee reboot on October 21, 2026, marking the return of the musical phenomenon to television. The revival is being developed by 20th Television and reunites the original creative trio of Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Ian Brennan, with Murphy confirming that the script for the pilot episode is already complete.
While specific plot details for the Glee reboot remain under wraps, Murphy has indicated that he has been in contact with approximately 10 members of the original cast regarding their involvement in the new series.
Confirmed and Reported Returns
The first official confirmation of a returning star came via social media from Heather Morris. The actress, who portrayed Brittany S. Pierce, shared with fans that her character is “back for more” in the upcoming production.
In addition to Morris, several reports suggest that Lea Michele is set to reprise her role as Rachel Berry. While Disney has not yet issued a formal confirmation regarding Michele’s status, industry reports place her as a central figure in the revival’s development.
The strategy for the reboot appears to focus on a blend of legacy characters and new talent, though it remains unclear how the series will address the absence of characters originally played by deceased cast members Naya Rivera and Cory Monteith.
The Status of the Original Cast
Despite the outreach to roughly 10 original actors, the full roster for the revival is far from finalized. Chris Colfer, who played Kurt Hummel throughout the show’s original run, recently stated that he has not yet been contacted about the project. This suggests that while Murphy has a specific group in mind for the initial pilot script, the invitation for other fan favorites may come later in the production cycle or as guest appearances.
The involvement of later-season additions, such as Melissa Benoist or Alex Newell, also remains unconfirmed. As the production moves forward under 20th Television, the focus is currently on the pilot script crafted by the original creators, which serves as the foundation for the franchise’s return to the screen.
The 2026 greenlight comes over a decade after the original series concluded its run on Fox. The new iteration will be available to stream on both Disney+ and Hulu, though a specific release date has not yet been announced.
