Yes! Several news outlets have confirmed that a reboot of the beloved Aaron Spelling series Charmed is currently in the works at The CW, but there’s a catch – the standalone show will be set in 1976 instead of in present day. Contrary to rumours, it won’t be a prequel to the original series.
When asked about the reboot and if the show’s original cast Alyssa Milano, Shannen Doherty, Holly Marie Combs and Rose McGowan will appear, CW president Mark Pedowitz replied, “At this point, it’s a self-contained, self-sustaining show.”
“In terms of whether the [original] characters or actresses will come into the series, we’ll see what happens as the series goes on. That’s to be determined.”
About it being a prequel, he said, “At this time, there is the Power of Three element in there, but at this time it’s a stand-alone, separate show.”
The reboot project is still in its very initial stages, but we reckon fans of the 1998 TV series wouldn’t have kind words to offer. Pedowitz added, “I think people like to see things they love … but they’re also gonna be harsh critics if the re-imagining doesn’t meet their criteria — as we’ve all seen on social media.”
