Frasier Revival Explores Impact of Crane Brothers' Intellectual Standards on Next Generation

Despite attempts to flesh out new characters, critics argue the show falls short without original supporting cast.

The Frasier revival on Paramount+ explores the impact of Frasier and Niles' high intellectual standards on their sons, Freddy and David.
The latest episode focuses on David's struggle with receiving a B grade on his paper from his uncle, Frasier, and Freddy's hidden intellectual talents.
Despite attempts to flesh out the characters, the revival has been criticized for its lack of the original supporting cast and for making David even more unlikable.
The revival pays tribute to the late John Mahoney, who played Frasier's dad Martin on the original series, but critics argue it falls short of the original's tone and writing style.
David Hyde Pierce, who played Niles in the original series, declined to return for the revival, which critics say has lessened the emotional impact of the new storylines.