'Frasier' revival confirmed with Kelsey Grammer returning

Kelsey Grammer played psychiatrist Frasier Crane in the show. Picture. Bang Showbiz

Kelsey Grammer played psychiatrist Frasier Crane in the show. Picture. Bang Showbiz

Published Feb 25, 2021

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“Frasier” is returning for a revival series with Kelsey Grammer reprising his iconic role as Dr. Frasier Crane.

The 66-year-old actor - who first played Dr. Frasier Crane in 1984 as Diane Chambers' love interest on “Cheers” before landing his own spin-off show - will be back as the psychologist for the upcoming revival on streaming service Paramount+.

He said in a statement: "Having spent over 20 years of my creative life on the Paramount lot, both producing shows and performing in several, I'd like to congratulate Paramount+ on its entry into the streaming world.

"I gleefully anticipate sharing the next chapter in the continuing journey of Dr. Frasier Crane."

David Stapf - President of CBS Studios - added: "'Frasier' is one of the most acclaimed comedies in modern television history and truly defines premium storytelling.

"There has long been a call from fans for its return, and that call is now answered thanks to the amazing Kelsey Grammer reprising his iconic role of Dr. Frasier Crane and a brilliant creative plan from Joe, Chris and Kelsey."

Back in 2019 - before Paramount+ got on board - Kelsey teased plans for a reboot, with a change of city and a look at how the character has changed over the years.

He said: "We'll see how people respond to it because it's not going to be the same place, it's not going to be Seattle.

"It's not going to be the same Frasier — it's going to be the man in his next iteration. Hopefully that'll be something people like watching. But I think it'll be funny."

And at the time he noted the team even had a good idea about what direction they'll take things in.

He added: "We've got it hatched. We've hatched the plan, what we think is the right way to go."

After “Cheers”, Kelsey went on to star in spin-off “Frasier” from 1993 to 2004 across 11 seasons.

The show has been recognised with 37 Emmys, while the actor himself won four Emmy Awards, two Golden Globes and a Screen Actors Guild Award for his performances.

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