Neighborhood followers, it’s time to get excited because the day we’ve been not-so-patiently ready for is lastly right here.
Peacock has confirmed {that a} spin-off movie is on the best way, which means Abed Nadir’s (Danny Pudi) ‘six season and a film’ pleas are coming true.
The comedy, additionally starring Donald Glover, Joel McHale, Yvette Nicole Brown, Chevy Chase, Alison Brie and Gillian Jacobs, ran for six sequence between 2009 and 2015, with viewers calling out for a further movie ever since.
Bosses on the streaming platform revealed their needs have been heard, whereas additionally asserting that they are going to be buying all episodes.
Susan Rovner, Chairman, Leisure Content material at NBCUniversal Tv and Streaming, stated through Deadline: ‘“Six seasons and a film” began out as a cheeky line from Neighborhood’s early seasons and rapidly ignited a passionate fan motion for this iconic, hilarious and funky NBC comedy.
‘We’re extremely grateful that 15 years later, we’re capable of ship followers this promised film and may’t wait to get to work with Dan Harmon, Andrew Visitor, Joel McHale, Sony and our companions at UTV to proceed this epic comedy for Peacock audiences.’
Jason Clodfelter, Co-President, Sony Photos Tv Studios, agreed: ‘Neighborhood was mild years forward of its time when it premiered on NBC in 2009 and we’re thrilled to as soon as once more go to the good minds of Dan Harmon, Andrew Visitor and this impeccable forged.
‘We’re grateful to Peacock, our companions at UTV and to all of the zealous followers who’ve cherished this iconic present.’
As President of Common Tv, Erin Underhill, added: ‘This franchise is the very definition of neighborhood. We’re excited to convey the band again collectively and proceed the journey of those beloved characters.’
Neighborhood adopted the antics of a research group at Glendale Neighborhood Faculty as they unwittingly triggered chaos, engaged within the odd paintball warfare and sometimes went to class.
Joel, Gillian, Danny and Alison will likely be reprising their roles, together with Jim Rash and Ken Jeong, who performed Dean Pelton and Ben Chang respectively.
Nevertheless, it’s not clear whether or not Chevy, Donald and Yvette will likely be returning to the halls of Glendale as soon as extra.
Alison lately despatched us all into meltdown as she spilled the beans on the movie throughout an look on the UnWrapped podcast.
‘You already know what, I’ll say it. There’s been motion,’ the Annie Edison actress teased.
‘There’s been some talks. Persons are speaking and sure issues – wheels are turning. I stated it!
‘I’m saying there are reputable conversations which are taking place. Whether or not or not they’ll ever flip into an precise film – I’d find it irresistible in the event that they did, and I hope that they do.
‘However the truth alone that precise actual conversations are taking place is I believe probably the most progress we’ve ever made on that entrance.’
We’ll be spending the weekend in our very personal blanket fort and binge-watching from the start.
Neighborhood is on the market to stream on Netflix now.
Received a narrative?
For those who’ve bought a celeb story, video or photos get in contact with the Metro.co.uk leisure group by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff web page – we’d love to listen to from you.
MORE : Hocus Pocus 2 star Kathy Najimy reveals she filmed half of sequel with damaged rib
