Hit British comedy 'The Inbetweeners' is reportedly set to return to screens for the first time in 16 years, with Netflix closing in on a major deal to revive the franchise as a new film.
The cult sitcom, which originally aired on Channel 4 between 2008 and 2010, became a defining comedy of its era before spawning two hugely successful films in 2011 and 2014.
Now, it is understood the show’s creators, Iain Morris and Damon Beesley, are finalising a multi-million pound agreement that would bring the series back — this time for a global audience.
The pair previously signed a deal with Banijay UK in 2025 to develop new material linked to the franchise, though details remained unclear at the time.
It is now believed those discussions have evolved into plans for a new feature-length project backed by Netflix.
A source said fans would be “thrilled and relieved” by the development, particularly after early rumours of a reboot raised concerns it might take a different format.
“Netflix have been keen to make the project happen partly because it’s enjoyed a bit of a renaissance since old episodes aired on the streaming service and introduced a whole new generation to the show,” the source said.
“Now The Inbetweeners is set to go international, with the streaming service taking the comedy to households around the globe.”
The deal is said to be close to completion, with final discussions ongoing around production timelines, storyline direction and the involvement of the original cast.
In its original run, Simon Bird, Joe Thomas, James Buckley and Blake Harrison starred as four socially awkward schoolmates navigating teenage life, with the show becoming known for its crude humour and instantly recognisable catchphrases.
There are also suggestions that key supporting cast members, including Emily Atack — who played Charlotte Hinchliffe — could return as part of the revival.
The sitcom remains one of Channel 4’s most successful comedies, running for three series and earning widespread acclaim, including multiple awards. It was nominated twice at the BAFTAs and won three British Comedy Awards, cementing its status as a modern classic of UK television.
Its success extended to the big screen, with both spin-off films proving major box office hits and further expanding its fanbase.
Despite the growing momentum behind the reported revival, Netflix has not officially confirmed the project.
Still, the renewed interest highlights the show’s enduring appeal, particularly among younger viewers who have discovered it through streaming in recent years. If finalised, the project would mark a significant return for one of Britain’s most iconic comedies — and introduce its brand of awkward, cringe-driven humour to a global audience for the first time.
