First airing on CBS in 1974, 'Good Times' has solidified its place as a quintessential Black sitcom in American television history, shedding light on various facets of the Black experience and addressing prevalent social issues of its time. The series revolved around Florida and James Evans navigating the challenges of raising their family in a Chicago housing project, spanning 133 episodes over six seasons before concluding in 1979. Now, the beloved show is making a comeback in a fresh format. Netflix has unveiled the trailer for the animated revival of 'Good Times.'
The new iteration delves into the lives of a new generation of the Evans family as they navigate their daily experiences in a Chicago housing project. Departing from its predecessor, the animated series ventures into the realm of adult comedy. The star-studded voice cast features J.B. Smoove, Yvette Nicole Brown, Jay Pharoah, Slink Johnson, Marsai Martin, and Wanda Sykes at the forefront of the show.
Heading the reboot is showrunner Ranada Shepard, with notable figures such as Stephen Curry, Norman Lear, and Seth MacFarlane serving as executive producers. Netflix's animated revival of 'Good Times' is scheduled to make its debut on April 12.
For a glimpse of what's in store, watch the trailer above.