TV Shows We Hope They'll Reboot

Last updated: April 28, 2026

In the cruel world of Hollywood, sometimes the best quality television doesn't get the most viewers. And that means, despite devout fans, some excellent TV shows can get canceled too soon. Thankfully, through the magic of streaming video and DVDs, we don't have to say goodbye to our favorite TV shows forever. Here's a collection of some great shows that left the air before their time. And for TV picks we love that did get the resurrection treatment, our TV Reboots list is a must-see.

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I Love Lucy

age 6+

Classic clowning from comic genius; for all ages.

Syndicated , TV Land Comedy (1951)

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Pee-wee's Playhouse

age 6+

Brilliant, double-edged silliness has broad appeal.

Cartoon Network Comedy (1986)

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Family Matters

age 8+

Urkel and company still offer lots of family fun.

Freeform , Nickelodeon , Syndicated Comedy (1989)

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Lizzie McGuire TV poster: Lizzie smiles against a bright green and flower background

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Lizzie McGuire

age 8+

Duff's breakout highlights friends, family—and squabbles.

Disney Channel Comedy (2001)

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The Legend of Korra

age 8+

Strong heroine, positive messages make great fantasy series.

Nickelodeon Kids' Animation (2012)

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The Facts of Life

age 11+

Wholesome '80s coming-of-age sitcom tackles serious issues.

NBC Comedy (1979)

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The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

age 11+

Good-natured sitcom that the family can enjoy together.

Nickelodeon , Syndicated , TeenNick Comedy (1990)

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Quantum Leap

age 12+

Classic sci-fi series hops and skips through time.

Syfy Science Fiction (1989)

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The Wonder Years

age 12+

Nostalgic coming-of-age sitcom still charms.

Syndicated , Discovery Family Channel Comedy (1988)

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Buffy the Vampire Slayer

age 13+

Teen vampire series has female role model; sex, violence.

FX Science Fiction (1997)

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Cheers

age 13+

Laughs are on tap in this classic sitcom.

Syndicated , TV Land Comedy (1982)

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Dawson's Creek TV show poster: The four leads stand outside looking at the camera

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Dawson's Creek

age 13+

Mature, talky teens ponder life's complexities.

Syndicated , TBS , TeenNick Drama (1998)

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Firefly

age 13+

Buffy creator's space Western entertains.

Syndicated Science Fiction (2002)

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My So-Called Life movie poster: Angela in a classroom setting

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My So-Called Life

age 13+

Memorable teen drama with complex, angsty characters.

TeenNick Drama (1994)

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The Golden Girls

age 13+

Funny senior housemates crack wise; teens and up.

Lifetime Television Comedy (1985)

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Better Off Ted

age 14+

Humor in whipsmart workplace satire is aimed at adults.

ABC Comedy (2009)

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Daria

age 14+

Biting social commentary has mature themes.

TeenNick Comedy (1997)

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Freaks and Geeks

age 14+

Stellar teen dramedy explores angst, experimentation.

Syndicated Drama (1999)

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Friday Night Lights

age 14+

Poignant football drama scores; OK for teens.

Freeform , NBC Drama (2006)

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Lost

age 14+

Hit sci-fi drama has violence, mature themes, suicide.

ABC Drama (2004)

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