Jaleel White hints at new "Family Matters" reboot ideas

Jaleel White has shared that his idea for a "Family Matters" reboot is still alive. The actor, best known for playing Steve Urkel on the original show, recently discussed his plans on David Duchovny’s podcast. White’s concept revolves around a young actor who joins a failing '90s sitcom. He believes the new show could focus on the challenges and experiences of this kid, who deals with life behind the scenes of a television show, while also going to public school. He envisions the reboot as a half-hour streaming series reminiscent of "The Wonder Years." White wants it to explore the culture of the '90s, featuring a family storyline with a different perspective. While White remains unsure if he would have a major role in the reboot, he thinks it could take various forms, including voiceover work. He emphasizes the story should focus on a new set of characters rather than just reuniting the old cast. White also indicated that simply reviving "Family Matters" with its original characters would not capture the show's essence. He believes the magic of the original belongs to the past and should not be recreated without purpose.