The Ultimate Comeback: These 10 Beloved Futurama Characters Absolutely Must Return in Season 12!

Summary

Yancy Fry Jr. and Yancy Fry Sr., important characters in Fry's life, were absent from Futurama season 11 but could potentially return in season 12.

The absence of Abner Doubledeal, a beloved recurring character in the previous season, has left fans eagerly anticipating his return in future episodes.

Fans are also eagerly hoping for the return of Flexo, a formidable rival Bending Unit and entertaining antagonist to Bender, who was noticeably absent in season 11. The prospect of seeing him again in the upcoming season 12 is highly anticipated and would undoubtedly bring joy to viewers.

Futurama season 11 showcased the return of many beloved characters from the show's history. However, there are still 10 characters who were missing and should make an appearance in season 12. The Futurama universe is vast and filled with a variety of quirky recurring and one-off characters. While season 11 did a decent job of bringing back some fan-favorite side characters, it overlooked some significant ones. Therefore, it is necessary for these 10 characters to be included in Futurama season 12. Hulu's revival of the show for an eleventh season after over a decade has been met with positive feedback, as it successfully maintains the show's unique elements, including engaging storylines, humorous gags, thought-provoking sci-fi concepts, and beloved main characters. Nevertheless, the absence of certain side characters in season 11 offers an opportunity for their return in season 12.

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10 Yancy Fry Jr.

Yancy Fry Jr., a side character in the popular TV show Futurama, played a significant role in certain episodes. Surprisingly, he was absent from the entire eleventh season. As the brother of Philip J. Fry, the show's main character, his absence seems peculiar. The reason behind this could be attributed to Yancy Jr. living a millennium prior to the events depicted in Futurama. Moreover, since Fry's character took a backseat in season 11, there didn't appear to be a need to feature flashbacks involving Yancy Jr. However, there remains a possibility that season 12 may take a different direction.

9 Yancy Fry Sr.

Much like his son, Yancy Fry Sr. also failed to make an appearance in the initial season of Hulu's Futurama revivial. As the father of Fry and the distant grandfather of Professor Farnsworth, Yancy Fry Sr. holds significant importance in the lives of two members of the Planet Express crew. Given that Futurama season 11 did not focus on the past, Yancy Fry Sr. was noticeably absent from the new batch of episodes, just like his son. As a result, season 12 might opt to reintroduce him as well.

8 Abner Doubledeal

Although Abner Doubledeal is a popular recurring character in Futurama, he was notably absent from season 11. Known for his slick and cunning personality, Abner is often the go-to guy for the Planet Express crew when they need financial support for their various endeavors, like when Leela launched the fictional TV series Rumbledy-hump. While not a central character, it would certainly be a pleasant surprise to witness his return in future episodes.

7 Flexo

6 Ethan "Bubblegum" Tate

Flexo, a lively character from the TV show Futurama, frequently appears in storylines focused on Bender. However, since Bender played a more minor role in Season 11, Flexo did not make an appearance. Flexo, a rival Bending Unit, often bothers Bender and attempts to replace him as Fry's best friend. Although not the most notorious villain in Futurama, Flexo serves as an entertaining supporting antagonist, making it enjoyable to see him return in Season 12.

The Globetrotters, famous supporting characters in Futurama, are actually a group of brilliant scientists within the show's universe. Among them is Ethan "Bubblegum" Tate, a recurring character throughout the series. Portrayed by Phil LaMarr, who also voices Hermes, Tate not only adds to the charm of the show as a side character but also leaves fans wondering about his absence in season 11. However, there remains hope that this beloved Globetrotter may make a comeback in season 12.

5 "Sweet" Clyde Dixon

4 Guenter

Another member of Futurama's Globetrotters, Clyde Dixon, nicknamed "Sweet," did not make an appearance in season 11. Unlike some other characters, Clyde Dixon, an African American, was voiced by a white actor, David Herman. This casting choice may explain why the character was not brought back. However, it is worth noting that season 11 of Futurama did recast several characters, who were previously voiced by actors of different ethnic backgrounds. This suggests that season 12 may potentially employ this strategy once again.

Guenter, the result of one of Professor Farnsworth's experiments, is a highly intelligent monkey who adds a touch of amusement to the storyline. Regrettably, Guenter did not make an appearance in the 11th season of Futurama. In the past, Guenter was spotted residing on a planet inhabited solely by primates, suggesting that this location might resurface in the 12th season. Nevertheless, it is also possible that Guenter relocated once again, given Futurama's tendency to disregard strict continuity.

3 Michelle Jenkins

2 Malfunctioning Eddie

Michelle Jenkins stands out as one of the most captivating characters in Futurama, due to her unique background as a 20th-century resident in the 31st century. Just like Fry, she entered a cryogenic chamber and propelled herself into the future, ultimately crossing paths with Fry in a romantic relationship. Although their love story has concluded, Michelle continues to grace the show with her presence, leaving the possibility open for her return in Futurama season 12.

The character known as Malfunctioning Eddie is the owner of Malfunctioning Eddie's Rocket-Car Emporium, and he makes comical but fleeting appearances in various episodes of the television show Futurama. Although Malfunctioning Eddie has not been seen in the 11th season, there is a chance that he may return in the upcoming 12th season.

1 Nine

Nine, a captivating character from Futurama, was once a background figure. His initial purpose was to subtly highlight the apparent class disparity in the show's universe. However, the storyline took a different direction in the movie Into the Wild Green Yonder, portraying Nine as the esteemed leader of a clandestine group of psychics. It is gratifying to witness Nine make occasional appearances, as it serves as a nostalgic reminder of the overarching narrative of Futurama. This instills hope that he may resurface in the upcoming twelfth season of the show.