The Return of a Cult Classic

Nearly two decades after the original series concluded its seven-season run in 2006, Malcolm In The Middle has returned to screens with a four-episode revival titled Malcolm In The Middle: Life’s Still Unfair. Original creator Linwood Boomer returns to lead the project, with Bryan Cranston serving as an executive producer to bring the dysfunctional family back to life.

The revival sees the return of the original cast, including Frankie Muniz, Jane Kaczmarek, Justin Berfield, and Christopher Masterson. The series also introduces new faces, such as Keeley Karsten as Malcolm’s daughter Leah and Caleb Ellsworth-Clark, who steps into the role of Dewey. The series is currently available to stream on Disney+.

A New Take on the Theme Song

Fans of the original show will immediately notice a change to the iconic opening. While the classic theme song, ‘Boss Of Me’ by They Might Be Giants, remains the heartbeat of the show, the revival features a fresh performance by Drama Dolls. Notably, the track is no longer played in its entirety at the start of every episode, instead appearing during the end credits of select installments.

The Soundtrack Breakdown

Beyond the reworked theme, the revival utilizes a curated selection of music to underscore its narrative beats. From the pop sensibilities of Bruno Mars to the timeless appeal of The Bangles, here is the episode-by-episode breakdown of the music featured in Malcolm In The Middle: Life’s Still Unfair.

Episode One

• ‘Locked Out Of Heaven’ – Bruno Mars
• ‘Oop Pop A Dah’ – Dizzy Gillespie
• ‘Feelin’ It’ – Danger Twins

Episode Two

• ‘Big Fat Woodpecker’ – Pepe Deluxé

Episode Three

• ‘Super Duper’ – Hello Stereoh
• ‘P1NK’ – KAI
• ‘Grow Wings And Fly’ – King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard

Episode Four

• ‘Lil Boo Thang’ – Paul Russell
• ‘Rock Your Baby’ – George McCrae
• ‘Freak-A-Zoid (Reboot)’ – Calloway
• ‘Eternal Flame’ – The Bangles