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ABC picks up 'thirtysomething(else)' to pilot

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Wed, Jan 8th 2020 02:40 pm

Sequel to culturally defining network series ‘thirtysomething’ from Marshall Herskovitz & Edward Zwick

“thirtysomething(else),” a sequel to the groundbreaking series “thirtysomething,” has received a pilot pickup from ABC. The show will follow an ensemble of new faces playing the grown-up, 30-something children of the original cast reprised by Ken Olin (Michael Steadman), Mel Harris (Hope Murdoch), Timothy Busfield (Elliot Weston) and Patty Wettig (Nancy Weston).

Apparently, raising children (even grown children) never ends, but who could have known how hard it would be for them to raise their parents? 

During its original run from 1987-91, “thirtysomething” quickly became a cultural phenomenon, garnering 13 Emmy Awards, including Best Drama and two Golden Globe Awards. The series, which highlighted a tight-knit group of baby boomers and their struggles, celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2017.

Showrunners and “thirtysomething” creators Marshall Herskovitz and Edward Zwick return to bring “thirtysomething(else)” to life under their Bedford Falls Co. banner along with MGM Television. Zwick is set to direct.

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