Forget another Gilmore Girls revival, I need this underrated 2012 drama, canceled after just 1 season, to return

Instead of bringing back Gilmore Girls: A year in the life In season two, I'd rather see a revival of Amy Sherman-Palladino's underrated 2012 show that was canceled after one season. Like an obstinate Gilmore Girls fan, I, like many others, wanted nothing more than to return to Stars Hollow and see the characters I love. Unfortunately, I'm one of the many fans who thought the revival was bad and look to theories about A year in the life to make it more enjoyable.

The humor was outdated, the character growth was minimal, and the “thirty-something gang” felt like a mean-spirited caricature of the Millennial generation. Despite how pleasant 2024 is Gilmore Girls reunion is in the popular Walmart commercial, I'm not confident that a second season of AYITL would solve the problems. Instead, I prefer a streaming site focused on another Amy Sherman-Palladino show — canceled after just one season — with the same loveliness and charm as Gilmore Girls.

Bunheads was canceled too soon

Bunheads is well written, witty and hilarious

Bunheads followed Michelle Simms (Sutton Foster), a professional dancer turned Las Vegas showgirl, who marries an obsessive fan named Hubbell and moves into her small house in Paradise, California. The show focuses on the relationship between Michelle and her mother-in-law, Fanny Flowers (Kelly Bishop), as they teach at Fanny's ballet school, spending more time with four of her teenage students. Bunheads was exceptionally well received by audiences and critics, with specific praise for the strong narrative and character development. The program was selected to receive approximately $5 million through the California Film Tax Credit to make Bunheads 2nd season (via Variety).

Unfortunately, Bunheads faced many logistical problems behind the scenes. Where Gilmore Girls I had 80-page scripts to record over 8 days, Bunheads had the same 80-page scripts filmed in 7 days with child actors and dancers. The dancers needed to learn the choreography in 2 to 3 days, which is a difficult task. Schedules were also difficult to coordinate due to restrictions placed on children in Hollywood. The show also struggled to maintain its audience from its premiere to its finale. Unfortunately, despite high ratings, a passionate fan base, and calls to renew the show, Bunheads was cancelled.

Why a Bunheads revival would work

Bunheads has a better chance of success now than when the series was released

Bunheads is undoubtedly a show that deserved more than one season, but fans were left without a clear resolution or ending due to its cancellation. Unfortunately, as it had been twelve years since the show, the show was unable to immediately pick up where it left off. However, I think a revival has the potential to be successful due to some changes in circumstances between the release of the original series and now.

The stars of Bunheads have gained more recognition in the 8 years since the program was launched. Broadway royalty Sutton Foster gained notoriety among the general public because of Youngerthe show she starred in after Bunheads, and her alleged relationship with Wolverine actor Hugh Jackman. Several main actors also appeared in Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Lifewhat could attract Gilmore Girls fans – a huge audience.

Showrunner Amy Sherman-Palladino also has more notoriety now because of the success of both Gilmore Girls and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. ONE Bunheads revival would also pair well with your upcoming ballet show Étoile. There would also be fewer problems with filming because the actors playing the teenage dancers are older now, so they won't have to face as many scheduling restrictions.

A Bunheads revival would be a perfect replacement for Gilmore Girls fans

Gilmore Girls and Bunheads feel like sisters

Why Bunheads and Gilmore Girls both made by Amy Sherman-Palladino, have many tonal and stylistic similarities that are undeniable. However, the programs have much more significant similarities that would appeal Gilmore Girls fans. The most obvious parallel between the shows is that they feature powerhouse actor Kelly Bishop. Emily Gilmore, at the end of the revival, looks a lot like Bishop Bunheads character. Furthermore, many Gilmore Girls the actors have cameos or smaller roles in the series, which I like because they give great performances.

The narrative of Bunheads focuses on three generations of women, analyzing their interpersonal relationships, as well as Gilmore Girls. I love seeing Michelle's growing connection with the four teenagers. Michelle is also a more sarcastic and cynical version of Lorelai Gilmore, with both talking fast, referencing pop culture, and showing off their intelligence.

Paradise may not be as developed as Stars Hollow, but they both have the same idyllic small-town charm. The two locations almost feel like they could exist in the same world. Lastly, the music in both Gilmore Girls and Bunheads was written by Sam Phillips, featuring similar “la-la”s. Unless they drop the bomb and completely change the show, a Bunheads revival will seem like an extension of the Gilmore Girls universe, making it a great replacement for A year in the life season 2.