The Big Bang Theory’s Kunal Nayyar shares candid thoughts about the possibility of a revival. The third spinoff in theBig Bang Theoryuniverse is slowly taking shape with theupcomingStuart Fails to Save the Universe, which is planned for the HBO Max streaming service. Kevin Sussman will reprise his role as the titular Stuart Bloom, with the project also starring Lauren Lapkus and Brian Posehn, returning as Denise and Bert, respectively. But even after the individual success ofYoung SheldonandGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, questions remain about whether the original series could return.
In an interview with theNew York Post, Nayyar addresses the possibility of aTheBig Bang Theoryrevival. The actor touched on a number of his recent works, including his role inCriminal: UK. But when it comes to reprising the role of Raj Koothrappali,Nayyarfeels that aThe Big Bang Theoryrevival might be too soonand jokes about why that is. Read his quote below:
“First of all, I would be game because I’d love to spend more time with people who are my family. But look, we only ended in 2019.I’m not sure you’re legally allowed to have a reunion. What? Six years after the show ends!”
“I think that would obviously have to mature a little bit. Even though the show ended in 2019, it’s still on every single day, so it feels like even though the show is over, it’s still on. So I think some time would have to pass, and hopefully, if I’m not too old to wear a T-shirt or a sweater vest, yes, I would love to come back on.”
What Nayyar’s Comments Mean For A Big Bang Theory Revival
It Won’t Happen Just Yet
Part of the reason that the Stuart-centric spinoff is happening at HBO Max is that the original remains a huge hit, driving a lot of viewership on the streaming service. Depending on how the latest spinoff goes, it may be the case that someThe Big Bang Theoryactors could potentially reprise themselves in the planned Stuart series. Several, includingKaley Cuoco, who played Penny, expressed an opennessto revisiting the series.
But for the time being, it may be too early to think about getting the entireThe Big Bang Theorycastback together, particularly as the franchise is thinking of ways to flesh out the comedy’s supporting cast rather than revisit the main characters that have had their arcs explored faithfully for more than a decade. But so long as the cast is open to it and the audience’s interest remains,some kind ofThe Big Bang Theoryrevival will likely happen eventually.
Our Take On A Big Bang Theory Revival
The Key Component Is There For It
Even if it takes some time to get going, the fact that many of the show’salums are open to checking back will be a huge factor in the franchise’s future. Nayyar spends much of the interview talking about the fact that he is still close with his co-stars from the CBS sitcom. That can’t be discounted, as far as what will play a big part in ultimately getting the ball rolling on the eventualThe BigBang Theoryrevival.
