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Clueless TV Series Announced at Peacock: Fan Reactions Mixed as Alicia Silverstone Returns as Cher Horowitz
A new chapter for the iconic 90s film Clueless is in development as a television series at Peacock, sparking varied reactions from fans. Alicia Silverstone is set to reprise her celebrated role as Cher Horowitz, generating both excitement and apprehension among viewers.
Original Film’s Legacy and New Series Development
The original 1995 movie, a teen comedy classic inspired by Jane Austen’s “Emma,” featured a stellar cast including Paul Rudd, the late Brittany Murphy, Stacey Dash, Breckin Meyer, and Donald Faison. Now, Silverstone, at 48, is not only stepping back into Cher’s fashionable shoes but also taking on the role of executive producer for this highly anticipated project.
Creative Team Behind the Sequel Series
The writing team for the Clueless TV series includes Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, acclaimed for their work on hit shows like Gossip Girl and The O.C. Jordan Weiss, a writer known for her recent involvement in the Disney sequel Freakier Friday (2025), is also on board. Adding further to the pedigree, Amy Heckerling, the director of the 1995 cult classic film, returns as an executive producer for this Peacock sequel series.
Fan Responses and Social Media Buzz
News of the Clueless television series quickly spread across social media, particularly on X, where users expressed a range of opinions. Many fans took to social media to voice their initial thoughts on the upcoming project.
Mixed Reactions to the Sequel
- Some expressed concern about revisiting a classic. One user questioned, ‘If she’s in it it’s good but we seriously don’t need to touch this Classic,’ while another lamented, ‘Enough with the sequels.’
- Others voiced apprehension about potential missteps. ‘I kinda need them to not touch this classic,’ a fan shared. One X user noted, ‘as long as Alicia is there, it might be good but Peacock doesn’t have a good track record when creating new shows.’
- Some questioned the trend of revisiting past decades. ‘What is up with all these 90’s-00’s sequels we do not need this!!’ one commenter exclaimed, and another added, ‘i fear this might ruin it.’
- Concerns about originality were also raised. ‘I loved this movie as a child, but can we create original movies?’ a user posted, while another admitted, ‘Not sure how I feel about this, but you know I’ll watch it.’
Excitement and Anticipation for the New Series
- However, not all reactions were negative. Some fans expressed enthusiasm for the Clueless sequel series. One excited fan declared, ‘I will be getting that peacock subscription.’
- Enthusiasm for Silverstone’s return was evident. Another user commented, ‘I’m honestly excited. We’ve only had one movie and I’ve never seen Alicia in anything else. Get your bag queen.’
- Others showed cautious optimism. ‘I’m willing to give a shot,’ one social media user wrote.
- Some viewed it as a positive move for the streaming platform. ‘Peacock finally doing something right omg,’ one user remarked.
- Overjoyed fans celebrated the return of the iconic character. A fan exclaimed on X, ‘CHER IS BACK?? we actually won for once.’
Alicia Silverstone’s Perspective on Cher Horowitz
In a 2023 Vogue interview, Silverstone reflected on her initial impressions of Cher, describing the Beverly Hills high school student as initially ‘materialistic and unappealing’ and ‘really annoying, to be honest.’ She further explained, ‘But I realized that was just me judging her. Once I started working on her I found all the heart and all the love.’
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Clueless: A Box Office and Critical Success
Upon its theatrical release, Clueless achieved significant box office success and garnered positive reviews from critics. The film grossed $88 million worldwide on a $12 million budget, solidifying its place as a 90s cultural touchstone.
Navigating Fame and Impact of Clueless
Silverstone has spoken about the intense fame that followed the film’s release, admitting it was ‘really intense.’ The actress, known for films like The Crush, revealed, ‘I didn’t expect any of the reaction that we got. It was a lot, and I think if anything it all pushed me away from doing this job for a while and got me so much more into my activism.’ She added, ‘I eventually found my love of acting again, but at the time I didn’t know anything about what I was stepping into.’
Wardrobe Memories and Character Interpretation
Silverstone also shared with E! News a lighthearted anecdote about taking clothing from the set after filming concluded. ‘But when I left, I realized, “Oh, well this isn’t me, that was Cher.” So I couldn’t figure out how to wear them in real life and I gave them all away, sadly. No one has any idea where they’ve all gone.’
Addressing the Stepbrother Romance
Regarding the romantic plotline in Clueless where Cher develops feelings for her former stepbrother Josh Lucas (played by Paul Rudd), Silverstone offered a pragmatic perspective. ‘It wasn’t like she was raised with him for God’s sake. Her dad probably had so many different wives,’ she remarked. She concluded, ‘I’ve given it zero thought. This right here is the most thought I’ve put into that.’
Previous Clueless TV Adaptation and Musical Adaptations
A Clueless teen sitcom, based on the film, previously aired for three seasons from 1996 to 1998 on ABC and UPN, featuring Rachel Blanchard, Stacey Dash, Donald Faison, Elisa Donovan, and David Lascher. While Amy Heckerling created this sitcom, Silverstone could not reprise her role due to prior commitments. Furthermore, an off-Broadway musical adaptation ran in NYC from 2018 to early 2019, with a new version, featuring music by KT Tunstall and lyrics by Glenn Slater, recently premiering in London’s West End at the Trafalgar Theatre in March.