Marlon, Shawn, and Kim Wayans said to Entertainment Tonight they are considering a reboot of the sketch-comedy series 'In Living Color' [1].
A revival of the show would mark the return of a culturally iconic program that shaped minority representation in comedy. The siblings are also focusing on the 'Scary Movie' franchise, where they have sought greater creative control and ownership to avoid being fired [2].
The original 'In Living Color' premiered on April 15, 1990 [3]. It has been 36 years since that premiere [4]. Marlon Wayans, who is 53 [5], said he is interested in bringing the format back to modern audiences.
In addition to the potential sketch show return, the siblings discussed the release of a new 'Scary Movie' film. The movie was slated for theatrical release on June 5 [6]. This release coincides with the siblings' recent media push to discuss their legacy and future projects.
The Wayans family has a long history of producing content that satirizes pop culture and social norms. By pursuing a reboot of their early work, they aim to bridge the gap between the original era of sketch comedy and current viewing habits.
Shawn and Marlon Wayans said that maintaining ownership of their intellectual property is a priority for their current cinematic ventures [2]. This shift in business strategy reflects a broader trend among veteran entertainers seeking to control their creative output rather than working as employees for major studios.
“The siblings discussed the possibility of rebooting the sketch-comedy series 'In Living Color'.”
The potential revival of 'In Living Color' suggests a strategic move by the Wayans family to monetize their legacy content while adapting it for a new generation. By pairing this nostalgia with a push for ownership in the 'Scary Movie' franchise, the siblings are pivoting from traditional talent-for-hire roles to producer-owners, ensuring greater financial and creative autonomy in a volatile entertainment industry.
