The NBC highschool dramedy is making a huge effect on audiences to this present day despite the fact that it by no means made it previous one season.
It might not be the highschool reunion we’ve wished, however Freaks and Geeks creator Paul Feig, producer Judd Apatow, author/star of the present Seth Rogen and different solid members pay tribute to the nostalgic present that’s nonetheless seen as gone too quickly by many followers — outdated and new — because the present would solely final one season. The NBC dramedy sequence was a highschool present set within the 80s and featured a solid that might go on to grow to be notable names in future tasks, together with Linda Cardellini, James Franco, Seth Rogen, Jason Segel, John Francis Daley, Samm Levine, Martin Starr, and Busy Phillipps.
Deadline now stories that the present’s creator, producer and stars are trying again and celebrating its influence because it turns 25. Feig shared some throwback footage on Instagram with the caption, “Freaks & Geeks premiered 25 years ago today on @nbc. It was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life and changed everything for me. Eternally grateful to @juddapatow for taking a chance on my little spec script about growing up in Michigan and making it happen with @dreamworks as well as to our stellar cast, writers, directors and crew for bringing it to life. I truly love you all.”
In the meantime, Judd Apatow would merely state in his personal publish, “Happy 25th anniversary Freaks and Geeks!” And Rogen, who performed stoner Ken Miller on the present posted, “Apparently it’s the 25th anniversary of Freaks and Geeks premiering, which is insane to think about. This show changed my life in many ways, I’m still close friends with many of the people involved. They’re like family in a lot of ways. It’s rare to get to be a part of something so heartfelt and resonant, and I’m very grateful it was my first experience as an actor, and I’m honored to be amongst its cast.”
Martin Starr mentioned his time on the present was the “happiest I’ve ever been.” His castmate Sam Levine would publish, “25 years. Some days I can’t believe it’s been that long. Other days, it sure feels like a lifetime ago. But a quarter century later, I’m truly humbled at how Freaks and Geeks is still being talked about, still finding new fans, and still bringing joy to so many people. I’ll never be able to properly thank @paulfeig, @juddapatow and #JakeKasdan for giving an awkward, overconfident, comedy loving teenage nerd that kind of opportunity. I’m eternally grateful.”
