Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher, now married, are back in a spin-off from the series that made them famous. Photo Reuters
More than twenty years after the premiere of That show from the 70sfans of the sitcom released in 1998 are eager to see the spin-off of Netflix, That ’90s show. Ashton Kutcher is one of the main figures of the original series who will have a special participation in the sequel.
In a recent interview with Variety on the red carpet at the launch of vendetta (his new comedy-mystery film), Kutcher discussed this hit sitcom spin-off story. “It was really nostalgic to be back on set. They are all the same people who did it That show from the 70sso it was weird, ”he explained about filming the series that doesn’t have a release date yet.
He also said that both he and his wife Mila Kunis – co-star of the comedy Fox – felt that returning to the series was the most correct decision, as well as being wonderful, of course.
Ashton Kutcher arrives at the premiere of “Vengeance” on Monday July 25 in Los Angeles. AP photo
“Mila and I were contemplating each other. We thought, “We are in the position we are in thanks to that show, so let’s go back and do it.” So we went back and had fun for a week. “” It’s really fun. The new cast is phenomenal, “says Kutcher That ’90s show.
the star of The butterfly effect Y Friends with benefits has a supporting role in vendetta, BJ Novak’s first feature film. the actor of office he also wrote and starred in the film which will debut Thursday, July 29 in theaters in the United States and Canada.
With (almost) the entire original cast
It should be remembered that a few weeks ago several US media had confirmed this That ’90s show will have ten episodes and most of its original stars in guest appearances.
In addition to Kutcher (Michael Kelso) and Kunis (Jackie Burkhart), there will be the rest of the main group of friends: Topher Grace (Eric Forman), Laura Prepon (Donna Pinciotti) and Wilmer Valderrama (Fez).
Kurtwood Smith and Debra Jo Rupp return as Red and Kitty Forman, grandparents of the “That ’90s Show” star. Clarin photo archive
The only one of the authentic cast who has been excluded from production is Danny Masterson, who is facing an oral trial for the rape of three women between 2001 and 2003 and he could be sentenced to prison with sentences ranging from 45 years to life imprisonment.
The first actors from the original series who agreed to be part of this spin-off were Kurtwood Smith and Debra Jo Rupp, who played Red and Kitty Forman, Eric’s parents.
the new plot
the plot of This is 90 Show It will be set in 1995 and will follow Eric’s daughter, Leia Forman (Callie Haverda) and his girlfriend, Donna (Prepon), during a summer visit with her grandparents in the fictional town of West Point.
“There, he makes friends with a new generation of Point Place boys under the watchful eyes of protective Kitty and stern Red. Sex, drugs and rock never die, they just change their clothes,” reads the official Netflix synopsis. Next to
Haverda, teen cast includes Ashley Aufderheide (Emergency), colonel mace (wireless), Maxwell Acee Donovan (Green light), Reyn Doi (Making fun of) and newcomer Samantha Morelos.
Topher Grace, in a 2004 portrait. AP Photo
The spin-off was created by the married couple of producers Bonnie and Terry Turner, responsible for the original strip – and for 3rd rock from the sun– together with Gregg Mettler, and will be the second attempt to renew the successful proposal that aired on the Fox network between 1998 and 2006.
A success from the late 90s
That show from the 70s It was a complete success for the audience of the time, thanks to its humorous proposal crossed by reflection on the problems and social movements of the decade, such as the consequences of the US economic recession, distrust in the political system and the experimentation and sexual liberation of youth. .
The sitcom catapulted the careers of Kutcher, Kunis and Topher Grace himself into the star ranks. And it has become one of Fox’s flagships throughout its eight seasons, garnering, albeit few awards, an extensive list of award nominations such as the Emmy and Teen Choice Awards.
During its broadcast it was also released That 80’s show, published between January and May 2002, with which he sought to strengthen his followers through a similar structure and style, with the participation of the original’s screenwriters. But that series was unrelated to its predecessor and only lasted a season after receiving mediocre reception from critics and audiences.
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Source: Clarin
