Classic ’80s police drama getting a reboot at Netflix with original star set to return

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Originally airing in the 1980s, the classic police drama known as “T.J. Hooker” is being revived by Netflix as a movie.

For five seasons, spanning the years 1982 to 1986, the initial show unfolded. The storyline focused on William Shatner’s character, a sergeant with the title role, and his junior partner, Vince Romano (Adrian Zmed), who often acted impulsively. Together, they worked tirelessly to ensure public safety.

Although the final episode aired over four decades ago, the legendary franchise continues to hold interest, as Deadline reports that Netflix is considering a revival with a new movie adaptation.

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It’s been mentioned that Shatner has been invited to participate in the project, although the specific capacity or role for him hasn’t been defined yet. According to reports, Jarrad Paul and Andy Mogel, the creators of Netflix’s “Huge in France,” are being considered for writing duties on this upcoming project.

While the specific genre of the remake hasn’t been officially confirmed yet, there are rumors suggesting a shift towards a more self-referential and humorous style compared to the original. However, it is expected to maintain the high-octane action sequences that the series is known for.

Besides Shatner and Zmed, the original cast of T.J. Hooker also featured Heather Locklear, Richard Herd, April Clough, James Darren, and Hugh Farrington. The show ran for a total of 91 episodes.

Apart from Shatner and Zmed, T.J. Hooker’s original cast included actors like Heather Locklear, Richard Herd, April Clough, James Darren, and Hugh Farrington. In its run, the series completed 91 episodes.

The news arrives during a resurgence of another ’80s cop show favorite, as “The Naked Gun” is currently running in movie theaters. This marks the fourth installment of the renowned comedy series, where Liam Neeson portrays Frank Drebin Jr., a somewhat inept police officer character.

The movie boasts notable performances by Pamela Anderson and Paul Walter Hauser in secondary parts. So far, it’s been praised by critics, with a commendable 89% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 262 reviews.

The review in The Ringer found the comedy to be invigorating, as it consistently delivered humorous blows. On the other hand, Consequence described the film as having almost continuous sequences of absurd and random humor.

Netflix’s T. J. Hooker reboot has no release date. The Naked Gun is in cinemas now.

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2025-08-08 02:19