The Unseen Lizzie McGuire Revival: New Details Revealed

The Unaired Lizzie McGuire Revival

In late 2020, the highly anticipated Lizzie McGuire revival was abruptly canceled by Disney. This revival, which was set to air on Disney+, would have depicted Lizzie McGuire as an adult living in New York City. However, the show's plot took a surprising turn when Lizzie discovers her partner's infidelity, prompting her to return to her parents' home. It's worth noting that only two episodes of the revival were filmed before the production was halted by Disney, deeming the show too mature for its platform.

Adam Lamberg as Gordo and Clayton Snyder as Ethan Craft looking surprised in The Lizzie McGuire Movie

The cancellation of the revival left many fans curious about the unexplored storylines and the fate of the beloved original characters. Fortunately, writer Jonathan Hurwitz has shared new details about the unproduced episodes, shedding light on some of the surprising developments that viewers would have witnessed in the Lizzie McGuire revival.

Revealing the Unseen Storylines

A recent revelation by writer Jonathan Hurwitz has provided insight into the unproduced episodes of the Lizzie McGuire revival. Hurwitz shared details about what would have been two of the revival's most surprising developments, involving the original characters Ethan and Gordo.

In episode 2, Lizzie reunites with Gordo, who reveals that he is engaged to a woman and they are expecting a child. This unexpected twist indicates that Lizzie and Gordo would not have ended up together in this version of the story. Additionally, episode 3, which was scripted but never filmed, would have depicted a surprising turn of events involving Lizzie and Ethan Craft.

The Gordo & Ethan Twists

The potential storylines involving Gordo and Ethan in the Lizzie McGuire revival would have undoubtedly divided fans of the original series. Gordo, who was initially one of Lizzie's best friends, was revealed to be engaged and expecting a child, signaling a departure from the romantic narrative established in The Lizzie McGuire Movie.

On the other hand, the prospect of Lizzie's unexpected encounter with Ethan Craft, her longtime crush from the original series, would have added an intriguing twist to the narrative. Considering the complexities of adult relationships, the portrayal of Lizzie's night with Ethan as a diversion rather than a serious affair would have presented a realistic and relatable scenario for viewers.

While the unexpected twists in the storylines may have concerned some, writer Jonathan Hurwitz emphasizes that the portrayal of realistic adult experiences in the revival was a valid creative choice. Despite the cancellation of the revival, there remains hope that Disney may reconsider bringing the unproduced episodes to the screen in the future, offering a fresh perspective on the beloved characters of Lizzie McGuire.