The Ultimate Tribute: Frasier's Reboot Unveils Brilliant Homage to Beloved Missing Characters

Summary

The Frasier reboot can honor the legacy of two missing characters from the original series, Martin Crane and his pet dog, Eddie

Returning to his old stomping grounds in Boston armed with newfound life experience, Frasier finds himself at a different stage in his life. In order to honor Martin Crane and Eddie, Frasier must consider getting his own pet dog in the revival, establishing a significant link between his present and the profound impact Martin had on him.

The Frasier reboot pays tribute to two beloved characters from the original series. Paramount+ is reviving Kelsey Grammer's haughty psychiatrist nearly two decades after his Cheers spin-off concluded. Grammer will once again portray Frasier Crane, this time embarking on a new chapter in Boston. As Frasier revisits his old stomping grounds in New England, viewers can expect nostalgic references to his time at Sam Malone's bar in Cheers. However, this reboot will present Frasier at a different stage in life, armed with more life experience.

In contrast to other revivals, Frasier is the sole regular character returning from the Seattle-based series in the upcoming project. Lilith Sternin, played by Bebe Neuwirth, and Roz Doyle, played by Peri Gilpin, will make guest appearances. Unfortunately, David Hyde Pierce and Jane Leeves have chosen not to participate in the show, requiring Grammer and his team to approach the Frasier revival differently. The absence of Martin Crane, portrayed by the late John Mahoney who passed away in 2018, will also be felt in Frasier's return to the small screen. Additionally, the Crane family dog, Eddie, will not be featured in the revival, as the character should have already passed away during the new show.

Frasier Needs A Pet Dog In The Revival

In order to honor Martin's legacy in the Frasier revival, Grammar has made a promise. One way to achieve this is by focusing on Frasier's complicated relationship with his grown-up son, Freddy. However, if the Paramount+ reboot also wants to pay tribute to Eddie, there is a simpler approach. Frasier should simply get his own dog in the revival. As Frasier transitions from being the Crane son to the father, having a wire-hair Jack Russell Terrier like his father can serve as a reminder of the significant impact Martin had on him.

Throughout the original show, Frasier continuously mocked Eddie's significance in Martin's life, particularly in the earlier years. In fact, he was initially resistant to accepting Eddie into his home when his dad moved in with him. Frasier and Eddie's relationship was filled with ups and downs, experiencing both moments of harmony and conflict. Now, Frasier recognizes the importance of having a pet at his stage of life, establishing an emotional connection between his current experiences and those of Martin. It demonstrates that despite not fully understanding it before, Frasier's life was forever altered by reconnecting with Martin in Seattle.

Frasier Previously Had A Pet Dog In Boston

Although Frasier disliked Eddie, he owned a dog named Pavlov during his time at Cheers. Sam received the dog from Frasier and renamed it Diane. Although Pavlov didn't appear as frequently as Eddie in the sitcom set in Boston, his presence showed Frasier's fondness for taking care of a dog. Now that Frasier has returned to Boston, he could easily find another puppy to be his new companion. It will be intriguing to see if Frasier's views on his own pet reflect Martin's perspective of Eddie, especially considering Frasier's older age in the Frasier reboot.