Charmed back in 2016?

[Prue Brianna Johnna Halliwell]

I just found this:

Rumors of a Charmed reunion had the internet in a frenzy on Friday (February 20) as reports claimed that The WB confirmed a revival of the popular sitcom for 2016.

UPDATE 21/02/2015 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

Can you believe it's been 16 years since Charmed first aired?! (16 years, 4 months, 14 days to be exact.)

Why in the world did Charmed end?

When Charmed came to an end after 8 years in May 2006, million viewers tuned in to say goodbye to Phoebe Halliwell (Alyssa Milano), Piper Halliwell (Holly Marie Combs), Paige Matthews (Rose McGowan) and Prue Halliwell (Shannen Doherty). And since then, they have been itching for a reunion.

Would a Charmed reunion disappoint people?

Charmed aired from 1998-2006 and is considered one of the most influential TV shows ever on pop culture. Although no original episodes have been shot since, it has remained a regular feature on many station's schedules. But Milano said she's not sure if Charmed would work today. “I don't want to see old Phoebe Halliwell,” she told a journalist (Milano turned 42 in December). “Everyone’s going to have different vision of what the character is like, so to have that materialize is going to disappoint most people,” she added.

Still hoping for a Charmed movie?

In a recent interview, Marnette Patterson (who played Christy Jenkins in 2006) said she can't imagine a Charmed reunion hitting the big screen. “I'd rather people go, ‘Oh, please! Please!’ than ‘I can't believe you did that. It was horrible.’”

Co-star Alyssa Milano has also previously explained, “It would be terrible to do something and have it not be good,”. “It was so terrific ... If we did a Charmed movie and it sucked, then it would, you know, blemish it.”

On the subject of whether there could be a Charmed film, Jason Lewis stated : “I think it's a bit of a case of ‘the book is better than the movie’.”

What about a Charmed reboot?

Recasting Charmed for a modern reboot. Hollywood is known for remaking remakes of films or tv series and the studios might think it would be great to bring the story back with a new set of characters.

Be it in the form of a Charmed reunion, a Charmed movie, or a Charmed reboot, if you had to start filming today, who would you cast in what role?

link: en.mediamass.net/culture/charmed/reunion.html

What do you guys think about it?

[Elizabeth Turner]

Wah! I didn't know. I got all excited. I think the only reunion  right now is the cast getting together in Paris. But I can't seem to open the link to the story is false read now on the website.

[Elizabeth Turner]

Gonna see what everyone elsewhere thinks....

[Prue Brianna Johnna Halliwell]

yes, it is false. but it could be interesting

[Patience Elena Halliwell]

I think they won't reboot it at all I watch reruns

[Penelope "Grams" Halliwell]

I'd love to see more episodes of the show, new- with the same characters, I mean I'm okay with seeing celebrities take on a role from a previous actor or actress that we've come to love. However I wouldn't want a reboot of Charmed, I would prefer the Next Generation to take over and have the backstory we know, not have it recreated and have to see the same story twice. Leave the original plots alone, you know...give the next generation a-go, let us get to know them. That way instead of trying to blemish it, you could continue with new characters and new actors with an original role, instead of trying to recreate the Power of Three, well at least in Destined terms, give us a new of Power of Three; with new characters, new Halliwells, new actors and actresses to grow on and love. 

I can give an example; after the Golden Girls ended, spin-offs: The Golden Palace and not long later Empty Nest, even though Golden Palace ended after season 1 with bad ratings and all, Empty Nest was a spin-off that was really successful, and Estelle Getty who played Sophia Petrillo was even a series regular throughout season 6 and 7. As well as appearances by the other Golden Girls (Rose, Blanche and Dorothy) were made.

I believe and I would think that a lot of other people would love to watch a Charmed spinoff featuring the Next Generation. It would be the Charmed of today, just not titled Charmed; of course..or Charmed: The Next Generation. Something like Destined or TotallyWitchy's Fated would be great, as one word titles fit the Halliwell's show just fine. 

I mean why not just get in touch with Sol for Destined or TotallyWitchy (I'm sorry, I do not know your name yet, the one you like to go by on here..) for Fated. Both shows would and maybe one day will be hits.

So, if I were the TV show producers, I would think and say: "Hey, why not instead of rebooting, we just focus on the Next Generation?" I mean hello...the way Charmed ended made it seem like a cliffhanger of their future and all. I mean if you're going to give a character a lot of powers (for say...WYATT), then end it like that; without letting us see what he can do as an adult not just as a baby. Like Wyatt said its all about power...and as Charmed progressed, the sisters got more powerful by the season. So yeah you can start a spin-off like the start of Charmed where the Next Generation faces powerful evils by the next and get more powerful by the season.

Or even cross Charmed with a TV show, that would work, or multiples shows. Throw in Buffy, Supernatural, Ghost Whisperer; with all of these supernatural themed shows, why not cross them over. It worked well for Disney Channel, every time they crossed shows over. Not to mention, Nickelodeon who crossed Henry Danger and The Thundermans for an episode, and both shows still rack in success. If everyone loves two or more of the same themed shows, why not pair them together and then premiere to all of the actors and actresses and see what they think before you air it to us.

Blessed be 
    -- Matt

[TotallyWitchy]

Jul 1, 2017 20:23:40 GMT Penelope "Grams" Halliwell said:

I'd love to see more episodes of the show, new- with the same characters, I mean I'm okay with seeing celebrities take on a role from a previous actor or actress that we've come to love. However I wouldn't want a reboot of Charmed, I would prefer the Next Generation to take over and have the backstory we know, not have it recreated and have to see the same story twice. Leave the original plots alone, you know...give the next generation a-go, let us get to know them. That way instead of trying to blemish it, you could continue with new characters and new actors with an original role, instead of trying to recreate the Power of Three, well at least in Destined terms, give us a new of Power of Three; with new characters, new Halliwells, new actors and actresses to grow on and love. 

I can give an example; after the Golden Girls ended, spin-offs: The Golden Palace and not long later Empty Nest, even though Golden Palace ended after season 1 with bad ratings and all, Empty Nest was a spin-off that was really successful, and Estelle Getty who played Sophia Petrillo was even a series regular throughout season 6 and 7. As well as appearances by the other Golden Girls (Rose, Blanche and Dorothy) were made.

I believe and I would think that a lot of other people would love to watch a Charmed spinoff featuring the Next Generation. It would be the Charmed of today, just not titled Charmed; of course..or Charmed: The Next Generation. Something like Destined or TotallyWitchy's Fated would be great, as one word titles fit the Halliwell's show just fine. 

I mean why not just get in touch with Sol for Destined or TotallyWitchy (I'm sorry, I do not know your name yet, the one you like to go by on here..) for Fated. Both shows would and maybe one day will be hits.

So, if I were the TV show producers, I would think and say: "Hey, why not instead of rebooting, we just focus on the Next Generation?" I mean hello...the way Charmed ended made it seem like a cliffhanger of their future and all. I mean if you're going to give a character a lot of powers (for say...WYATT), then end it like that; without letting us see what he can do as an adult not just as a baby. Like Wyatt said its all about power...and as Charmed progressed, the sisters got more powerful by the season. So yeah you can start a spin-off like the start of Charmed where the Next Generation faces powerful evils by the next and get more powerful by the season.

Or even cross Charmed with a TV show, that would work, or multiples shows. Throw in Buffy, Supernatural, Ghost Whisperer; with all of these supernatural themed shows, why not cross them over. It worked well for Disney Channel, every time they crossed shows over. Not to mention, Nickelodeon who crossed Henry Danger and The Thundermans for an episode, and both shows still rack in success. If everyone loves two or more of the same themed shows, why not pair them together and then premiere to all of the actors and actresses and see what they think before you air it to us.

Blessed be 
    -- Matt

I completely agree with you. I don't want to see Phoebe, Piper, Prue, and Paige's story again. Let them be happy. Let them rest. It's time for a new generation of stories and for the new generation of viewers. Let them have their chance of battling the next big bad. Even throw in some comic stuff (Neena and the old ones) for the new generation to battle. So many ideas that the writers and producers are just completely missing! So sad.

I agree with the names, one-word titles are also easier to market since they aren't mouthfuls (like Charmed: The Next Generation). I'd love to see Destined (or Fated) on TV one day.

Side note; thank you for mentioning Fated as well, Matt. Means a lot. As for a name, you can call me Witchy or Jillian, whichever you prefer.

To be blunt, I think it's ridiculous and poor judgment to repeat the characters. Even if they set in an earlier/later time-period, it still would never be the same. They should learn to let the classics be, and create new classics.

Crossovers would be great. Although, Buffy and they have been off the air to long for there to be a proper cross-over. Maybe something like Supernatural would do better since they exist in the same general premise. But, I see your point. A crossover with another show would help rating and what not. I truly believe that this generation (millennials) is starved of great TV shows like Charmed was. The strong female presence, the great love stories, the tragedy, suspense, that just doesn't exist anymore - not in the same way Charmed was.

Rumors have been afloat that they've scrapped the traditional "reboot" idea and gone for a "prequel" that takes place in the 70's. According to them, the Power of Three elements still in the show. Personally, I could see a show that focuses on a young Patty and young(er) Penny doing really well - maybe even lasting four-five seasons. While they haven't come out and said it will be focused on Penny/Patty, that's what I'm hoping for! Can you imagine that show ending with Grams dying, and the girls receiving their powers? It'd be so full-circle! What do you guys think?

Anyway, back to the next generation thing, I'm all for it! If you and anyone you know is interested, please point them in the direction of Sol's petition to get Destined on TV 

[Prue Brianna Johnna Halliwell]

Jul 2, 2017 2:05:58 GMT TotallyWitchy said:

Jul 1, 2017 20:23:40 GMT Penelope "Grams" Halliwell said:

I'd love to see more episodes of the show, new- with the same characters, I mean I'm okay with seeing celebrities take on a role from a previous actor or actress that we've come to love. However I wouldn't want a reboot of Charmed, I would prefer the Next Generation to take over and have the backstory we know, not have it recreated and have to see the same story twice. Leave the original plots alone, you know...give the next generation a-go, let us get to know them. That way instead of trying to blemish it, you could continue with new characters and new actors with an original role, instead of trying to recreate the Power of Three, well at least in Destined terms, give us a new of Power of Three; with new characters, new Halliwells, new actors and actresses to grow on and love. 

I can give an example; after the Golden Girls ended, spin-offs: The Golden Palace and not long later Empty Nest, even though Golden Palace ended after season 1 with bad ratings and all, Empty Nest was a spin-off that was really successful, and Estelle Getty who played Sophia Petrillo was even a series regular throughout season 6 and 7. As well as appearances by the other Golden Girls (Rose, Blanche and Dorothy) were made.

I believe and I would think that a lot of other people would love to watch a Charmed spinoff featuring the Next Generation. It would be the Charmed of today, just not titled Charmed; of course..or Charmed: The Next Generation. Something like Destined or TotallyWitchy's Fated would be great, as one word titles fit the Halliwell's show just fine. 

I mean why not just get in touch with Sol for Destined or TotallyWitchy (I'm sorry, I do not know your name yet, the one you like to go by on here..) for Fated. Both shows would and maybe one day will be hits.

So, if I were the TV show producers, I would think and say: "Hey, why not instead of rebooting, we just focus on the Next Generation?" I mean hello...the way Charmed ended made it seem like a cliffhanger of their future and all. I mean if you're going to give a character a lot of powers (for say...WYATT), then end it like that; without letting us see what he can do as an adult not just as a baby. Like Wyatt said its all about power...and as Charmed progressed, the sisters got more powerful by the season. So yeah you can start a spin-off like the start of Charmed where the Next Generation faces powerful evils by the next and get more powerful by the season.

Or even cross Charmed with a TV show, that would work, or multiples shows. Throw in Buffy, Supernatural, Ghost Whisperer; with all of these supernatural themed shows, why not cross them over. It worked well for Disney Channel, every time they crossed shows over. Not to mention, Nickelodeon who crossed Henry Danger and The Thundermans for an episode, and both shows still rack in success. If everyone loves two or more of the same themed shows, why not pair them together and then premiere to all of the actors and actresses and see what they think before you air it to us.

Blessed be 
    -- Matt

I completely agree with you. I don't want to see Phoebe, Piper, Prue, and Paige's story again. Let them be happy. Let them rest. It's time for a new generation of stories and for the new generation of viewers. Let them have their chance of battling the next big bad. Even throw in some comic stuff (Neena and the old ones) for the new generation to battle. So many ideas that the writers and producers are just completely missing! So sad.

I agree with the names, one-word titles are also easier to market since they aren't mouthfuls (like Charmed: The Next Generation). I'd love to see Destined (or Fated) on TV one day.

Side note; thank you for mentioning Fated as well, Matt. Means a lot. As for a name, you can call me Witchy or Jillian, whichever you prefer.

To be blunt, I think it's ridiculous and poor judgment to repeat the characters. Even if they set in an earlier/later time-period, it still would never be the same. They should learn to let the classics be, and create new classics.

Crossovers would be great. Although, Buffy and they have been off the air to long for there to be a proper cross-over. Maybe something like Supernatural would do better since they exist in the same general premise. But, I see your point. A crossover with another show would help rating and what not. I truly believe that this generation (millennials) is starved of great TV shows like Charmed was. The strong female presence, the great love stories, the tragedy, suspense, that just doesn't exist anymore - not in the same way Charmed was.

Rumors have been afloat that they've scrapped the traditional "reboot" idea and gone for a "prequel" that takes place in the 70's. According to them, the Power of Three elements still in the show. Personally, I could see a show that focuses on a young Patty and young(er) Penny doing really well - maybe even lasting four-five seasons. While they haven't come out and said it will be focused on Penny/Patty, that's what I'm hoping for! Can you imagine that show ending with Grams dying, and the girls receiving their powers? It'd be so full-circle! What do you guys think?

Anyway, back to the next generation thing, I'm all for it! If you and anyone you know is interested, please point them in the direction of Sol's petition to get Destined on TV 

I make your words mine, guys
Thank you for your support.

[TotallyWitchy]

More news on the "reboot"/prequel! Seems like the CW is delaying the project. Maybe we'll get reunion after all??
Check it out and tell me what you guys think.

[Patience Elena Halliwell]

They postponed Charmed until 2018

[Penelope "Grams" Halliwell]

You are so welcome for the mention Witchy and both of you are so welcome for support on Destined and Fated. I haven't gotten a chance to check it out, but trust I will. I saw the link on Witchy's profile to her wiki and I was like...hmm I think I'll have a look and see what she's doing and I see an amazing story that has got me on the brink to check it out and see what's going on.

A Penny/Patty focused prequel would be very interesting and something I would want to see; there's so much backstory...prestory...you know what I mean, that happens before Charmed, so much storyline for Penny and Patty that we just don't get to see. Like Patty giving birth to Paige and giving her up, Penny's marriages and her romance with the Necromancer. Patty getting killed by the Water Demon would be great, as we can see how Penny would grow and take on a more motherly role for Prue, Piper, and Phoebe. Not to mention her fights with Victor. Let us see the normal sides of the Charmed Ones with Penny trying to hide it from them and by cleaning up their magical messes. Because apparently the sisters were still able to cast spells after their powers were bound, as according to Susie Johnson from the 4th grade that Prue once cast a spell to make Susie's boyfriend break up with her. And Piper always wondered why the broke up. So that would make for some great personal gain from the sisters without them even knowing it. But if Prue cast a spell on someone's boyfriend then that means Prue could've known about magic after her powers were bound and memories were erased (sort of). The sisters when first received their powers, they were hesitant and unwillingly to accept that they were witches (in a manner of emotions and a mind's thoughts). So that basically counteracts the whole little Prue, Piper, Phoebe not having powers because Prue can still cast spells which means she must've known what was going to happen, she wouldn't of rhymed a little rhyme for nothing.

I agree with Witchy a prequel would be something to try.

[Penelope "Grams" Halliwell]

I found this about the prequel...
CHECK LINK: tvline.com/2017/01/05/charmed-reboot-the-cw-prequel-series/

Don't know if its true or not, but its something to give us hope!

Blessed be!

[RexAndHannah1]

Funny to read this thread now, since we know what shape the reboot is gonna take.