The Frasier reboot season 2 may bring back a beloved character from the original show, as hinted by Kelsey Grammer. As the star and producer of the Paramount+ revival, Grammer has a major role in shaping the series. With his creative input, he hopes to see the return of more familiar faces when Frasier returns for its second season.
In a recent interview with EW, Grammer teased the potential appearance of Brian Cox in the Frasier reboot season 2. Before Cox gained popularity as Logan Roy in HBO's Succession, he portrayed Harry Moon, Daphne's father, in the original Frasier series. Grammer expressed his excitement at the possibility, stating, 'I ran into Brian Cox the other night at the Emmys... I think it would be great to have him back and take you on a bender. He's gonna shake some old Moon character into this kid.'
Cox only appeared as Harry Moon in the final two episodes of the original Frasier season 9. As Daphne became closer to the Crane family, the show started exploring her own family dynamics. While her mother and brother made multiple appearances, her alcoholic and lazy father was introduced later in the series. Interestingly, despite his flaws, Daphne had a stronger bond with her father than her mother.
If Cox indeed makes an appearance in the Frasier reboot season 2, as Grammer implies, it could help fill the void left by the absence of Daphne and her daughter in the revival. While the new season managed without featuring these characters, there is no longer a narrative obstacle preventing Niles and Daphne from joining the main cast. After all, they are not bound to Seattle and have the financial means to travel to Boston, where Frasier and their son, David, now reside.
Unfortunately, David Hyde Pierce and Jane Leeves, the actors who portrayed Niles and Daphne, respectively, have declined to return for the reboot. However, incorporating the Moon family through the character of Grandpa Moon could provide an opportunity to explore David's story arc. If Cox does appear in the Frasier reboot, it would likely be for a one-time guest stint rather than a regular role. Nevertheless, it would be an excellent way to move the narrative forward for David and introduce a lesser-known character from the Seattle series.
Moreover, if Cox's cameo proves successful, it could potentially encourage other actors to consider making fun cameos in the Paramount+ revival. Imagine the possibilities of having more familiar faces from Frasier's past pop up in unexpected ways.
For those unfamiliar with Frasier, the show is a comedy-drama sitcom that follows the life of Dr. Frasier Crane (played by Kelsey Grammer), a psychiatrist-turned-radio show host in Seattle. The series originally served as a spin-off of Cheers and featured Frasier adjusting to the single life while taking care of his retired police officer father, his brother, and an array of eccentric co-workers.
After its initial run, Frasier returned on Paramount+ in 2023 for new seasons as a soft reboot. Fans of the original series can now stream the Frasier reboot on Paramount+ and enjoy the return of their favorite characters, as well as the potential addition of deep-cut characters like Brian Cox's Grandpa Moon.
The Frasier reboot promises to bring back the wit, charm, and heart that fans loved about the original show while introducing fresh storylines and engaging characters. With Kelsey Grammer at the helm and the potential for exciting cameos and character appearances, season 2 of the Frasier reboot is shaping up to be a must-watch for fans both old and new.
