The CW says the initial idea is the show is not a prequel to the original series — as was initially rumored.
Asked at the Television Critics Association’s press tour in Pasadena on Sunday, CW president Mark Pedowitz was asked if the new show — which is set in 1976 — will have any story connection to the original … or if the show’s original cast will appear, such as Shannen Doherty, Alyssa Milano, Holly Marie Combs or Rose McGowen.
Source and more: EW
CW president Mark Pedowitz told reporters at the Television Critics Assoc. winter press tour that, “At this point, it is a self-contained, self-sustained show. There is the power of three element in there, but at this time, it is a very standalone show.”
Source and more: TVLine
Stay tuned as we continue to monitor the reboot status of Charmed…
Charity says
Why mess with perfection. Charmed was a special series and can’t be re-made as you say “a stand alone” series. Fans of the original will do a comparison and will be disappointed!