The “Punky Brewster” revival has been ordered to series at Peacock, the upcoming streaming service from NBCUniversal.
Soleil Moon Frye will reprise her original role from the 1980s NBC sitcom, playing the main character — but now, she’s a single mother of three trying to get her life back on track when she meets a young girl who reminds her a lot of her younger self. Also returning from the original series is Cherie Johnson as Punky’s best friend, Cherie.
The first season will consist of 10 episodes.
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“I am beyond thrilled and honored to be bringing Punky back! I’m grateful to our NBCUniversal Content Studios and Peacock family and to our incredible team of creators, writers, producers, cast and crew that have put their hearts into this journey every step of the way,” said Frye.
Soleil Moon Frye will reprise her original role from the 1980s NBC sitcom, playing the main character — but now, she’s a single mother of three trying to get her life back on track when she meets a young girl who reminds her a lot of her younger self. Also returning from the original series is Cherie Johnson as Punky’s best friend, Cherie.
The first season will consist of 10 episodes.
Also Read: How Much Is Too Much? The Coming Avalanche in Streaming Entertainment
“I am beyond thrilled and honored to be bringing Punky back! I’m grateful to our NBCUniversal Content Studios and Peacock family and to our incredible team of creators, writers, producers, cast and crew that have put their hearts into this journey every step of the way,” said Frye.
- 1/16/2020
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
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