Just this week, Disney said its original Love, Simon series (based on the film) will be making this exact move. She has a gorgeous fiancé who is this chef at this cool Soho restaurant. 7,678, This story has been shared 7,479 times. Duff had remained mostly quiet about the problems with the show, but late Tuesday night she posted a screenshot to her Instagram story of a news headline about the planned Disney Plus “Love, Simon” series. Duff is clearly unhappy with those changes and figures Hulu can be a mutually beneficial solution. Duff also told Entertainment Weekly and PeopleTV that animated Lizzie is her "favorite element of the show because I feel like I still have my 13-year-old self telling me I'm not cool or speaking the truth when it can't be spoken. 3,818, This story has been shared 3,031 times. Disney Plus, In January 2020, Disney released a video promoting all the shows and movies fans can expect on Disney Plus this year. Time to high-five your animated bestie because Lizzie McGuire is officially coming back to television. News of the reboot was exciting for people who grew up watching Duff portray a 13-year-old navigating middle school with best friends Miranda (played by Lalaine) and Gordo (Adam Lamberg). Sorry, Lily Collins, Emily from 'Emily in Paris' is Definitely Not 22. In October, Disney revealed that Hallie Todd (Jo McGuire), Robert Carradine (Sam McGuire), and Jake Thomas (Matt McGuire) will reprise their roles as Lizzie's family members. Lizzie McGuire‘s original series creator, Terri Minsky, will serving as the showrunner for this new take on the beloved character. The show helped establish Duff as a household name in the 2000s. Variety and the Flying V logos are trademarks of Variety Media, LLC. Account active And what’s this new take on an old classic about? 3,019, This story has been shared 1,679 times. It’s important to me that this show was important to people. Sources say that Disney was initially onboard with Minsky and Duff’s take from the time they pitched it to filming, during which time executives from Disney were onset and were aware of the type of content that would be featured in the show. Hilary Duff delighted fans when she appeared at Disney's D23 Expo in Anaheim, California in August and revealed that she would be reprising her beloved role as the Lizzie McGuire for a reboot that will be available on Disney Plus. The actress also told Entertainment Weekly and PeopleTV that Lizzie will be an apprentice "at the start of the show," which alludes to the possibility of a change in the character's job at some point on the series. The revival was announced by Duff herself at Disney Plus’s D23 Expo event in August of last year. Duff declined to comment for this story, but multiple sources close to the production tell Variety that the star is none too happy with the Mouse House for firing Minsky. Watch Lizzie and her best friends Gordo and Miranda trying to survive junior high school without losing their dignity, while at home, Lizzie's younger brother Matt continues to torment her. 10,705, This story has been shared 7,678 times. This story has been shared 10,894 times. Was 'Emily in Paris' Really Filmed in Paris? 7,479, This story has been shared 5,706 times. It might even be connected to both. 1,679, This story has been shared 1,330 times. Looking for smart ways to get more from life? "Lizzie McGuire" is getting a revival 19 years after the Disney Channel original series premiered. When Do 'After 3' and 'After 4' Come Out? 1,042, This story has been shared 1,035 times. Here’s everything you need to know about the new Lizzie McGuire that’s coming in the very near future. But when exactly can you expect new episodes of Lizzie McGuire? Original series creator Minsky was on board as showrunner and executive producer, with Duff and Rachel Winter also executive producing. By Malcolm Venable Nov 20, 2019 11:00 AM EST. "Lizzie McGuire" ran from 2001 to 2004, lasting two seasons. I felt like I wanted to do a show that was worthy of that kind of devotion.”. Lizzie McGuire (Hillary Duff) is back in this grown-up revival that sees the title character, now 30 years old, making a living in New York City. The cast — which also includes original series stars Adam Lamberg, Hallie Todd, Robert Carradine and Jake Thomas — as well as the writers and production staff are now said to be in limbo awaiting a decision on the show’s future. The actress also said that she's "obsessed" with the iconic outfit, which features a pink crop top and orange platform flip flops. TAGS: Disney Plus, Hilary Duff, Lizzie McGuire. Good memory! August 23, 2019 | 04:03 pm Hilary Duff will be reprising the role as Lizzie in an all-new Lizzie McGuire series from Terri Minsky coming to Disney+! that the star is none too happy with the Mouse House for firing Minsky. Disney Plus is ringing in the new year by offering a first look at the streaming service's highly-anticipated Lizzie McGuire series. Lizzie McGuire did get a theatrical movie which was released in 2003. Production on the show began in November 2019, with a bevy of returning cast members which also included Adam Lamberg, Hallie Todd, Robert Carradine and Jake Thomas. The two reached an impasse and Lizzie McGuire was canceled in May of 2003. The actress and singer posted the request on her Instagram on Friday night. The original “Lizzie McGuire” series ran for two seasons on the Disney Channel from 2001 to 2004. 'Emily in Paris' Star Lucas Bravo Says Critics "Are Right" About Cliches in the Show, 'Fargo' Season 4 Has Finally Found Its Central Story, 'Fargo' Season 4 Episode 5 Recap: The Doctor Is Out, 'Fargo' Season 4 Episode 4 Recap: The Snowman Cometh, Jessie Buckley Is the Existential Tour de Force 2020 Needs. At this time, no new showrunner has been named, though meetings with potential replacements for Minsky are said to be ongoing. Duff told "GMA" that Lizzie "gets some pretty big news at the end of the episode." The film follows Lizzie after her graduation as she explores Rome. With Hilary Duff, Lalaine, Adam Lamberg, Jake Thomas. Get news & recommendations for Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, HBO, and more, in your inbox. Join America's sweetheart, Lizzie McGuire, on the trip of a lifetime.