A Zoey 101 reboot may happen starring Jamie Lynn Spears
By Sefket Nouri
Jamie Lynn Spears, who starred in Zoey 101 from 2005 through 2008, is in talks to reprise her role in a Zoey 101 reboot. Check out our speculations below on what may happen.
Woah! According to TMZ, Nickelodeon may reboot Zoey 101. Even better news? Jamie Lynn Spears (Zoey) is in talks with network executives to be the lead. I was never expecting the network to revive the show, especially with Jamie returning as the lead. Then again, the show won’t work without Jamie. This news made me squeal.
Apparently, the show would focus on Zoey’s life 10 years later in Southern California with her kids. TMZ reports that the publication is not sure if Zoey will be married or if she’s still interested in Chase, her love interest.
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I don’t care what happens as long as Nickelodeon greenlights the show with Jamie starring. That’s what nostalgia does to you. I watched this show as a teenager and enjoyed it. If the reboot happens, hopefully, it’ll have that same feeling from the first show. Probably not, as I’m now an adult, but who knows?
My speculation on a premiere date is probably in the summer of 2021. I say that because it takes time for shows to get greenlit, cast actors, write scripts, and film episodes. I’m sure Spears wants to ensure the show is done right, as well.
Regarding the actors, they may have the original actors back, although it seems that both Erin Sanders and Austin Butler, who played Quinn and James respectively, may be difficult to bring back.
Looking at IMDb, Erin has been at work with many projects, so she’s been in demand. The same is said about Butler, as well. No matter what though, we need Chase back. Imagine Zoey and Chase still involved in each other’s lives? That would make the fans absolutely ecstatic.
I wonder who will be the showrunner as Dan Schneider is definitely a no-go as Nickelodeon severed ties with him in 2018. Who would be a perfect replacement for him? Your guess is as good as mine.
This is exciting news, and I hope we hear good news on the Zoey 101 reboot soon. I don’t know about you guys, but I want Zoey and Chase together. Share your thoughts with us below!
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