Deadline reported a reboot of the iconic series Desperate Housewives, titled Wisteria Lane, is in production.
The news about the Desperate Housewives reboot has generated excitement and dissatisfaction among fans. Unlike a continuation of the original series that aired from 2004 to 2012 and spanned 170 episodes, this reboot, developed by actress Kerry Washington and created by Marc Cherry, introduces a new group of friends living in an expanded suburban neighbourhood. This new storyline diverges from the narratives of beloved characters, such as those portrayed by Eva Longoria.
A new show in the vein of "Desperate Housewives" is in development!
Onyx Collective confirmed to GMA that the hit ABC series will be reimagined in a new project: "Wisteria Lane." https://t.co/87gHeDNlPZ
— Good Morning America (@GMA) May 1, 2025
The synopsis mirrors the original’s premise, focusing on five diverse friends in Wisteria Lane whose seemingly perfect lives hide secrets behind idyllic facades. The series features a fresh cast and is set to premiere on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ in the UK. Washington’s on-screen involvement is unconfirmed.
Kerry Washington’s ‘Desperate Housewives’ reboot sparks outrage: ‘I don’t want it’ https://t.co/HszB3HjpJt pic.twitter.com/Vil1gD1DaL
— New York Post (@nypost) April 30, 2025
Longoria, a vocal advocate for reviving the show, inspired the project, though fan disappointment over the lack of original characters has surfaced on social media. No release date has been announced.