Duck Dynasty a reality series that rose to fame on A&E is getting a revival series eight years after it ended its initial run. The show follows a Louisiana family known for their unique down-home personalities and their duck call manufacturing company “Duck Commander”.
Return of Duck Dynasty
The series has been titled "Duck Dynasty: The Revival". A&E has ordered two new seasons for the series which brings the Robertson family back for new episodes focusing on family and their business with changes that they now face.
The Original Series Success
The original “Duck Dynasty” ran for 11 seasons ending in 2017 and had reached impressive viewing numbers while also having record sales in their brand merchandise and products. The original format made it unique in all of the tv programming and allowed for many to become attached to the Robertson family.
"Duck Dynasty: The Revival" New Focus
"The Revival" shifts it focus to Willie and Korie along with their adult children and grand children which includes more focus on the family's dynasty expansion and the responsibilities of that shift. There is still humor and southern charm with a view into all different parts of family life.
Future of Duck Commander
New storyline elements include how the family navigates their growth within the business as well as their children making important decisions regarding businesses of their own. There is a family emphasis placed with showing how the older generations have imparted knowledge down to all those in line to be successful.
Returning Cast and Characters
Many fan favorites such as Willie and Korie as well as Miss Kay and Uncle Si are back as key figures in the revival. Along with these key figures there are the inclusion of Willie and Korie's children including, John Luke Sadie, Will, Bella and Rebecca as they continue to showcase their lives.
Notable Absence of Phil Robertson
Notably missing is patriarch of the Robertson family, Phil who is not slated to appear on camera. A point that may add some to the storyline as those that follow may also have more questions related to how that may impact family direction with out the founding voice.
New Production Partnerships
New production partnerships between A&E with Wheelhouse’s Spoke Studios along with the Robertsons Tread Lively production create a new vision of what the show can become moving forward. In a previous run Gurney Prods. was previously in the roll as producer but that has since been taken over with Spoke Studios.
Focus for New Team
The CEO of Wheelhouse, Brent Montgomery claims he was a fan of the series and desires to highlight family and faith values that remain core components of the series.The use of that philosophy gives emphasis to viewers that may follow closely to the values that made the Robertson's stand out in a saturated media market.
Story Line Expansion
The new format includes stories based on family transitions and what it's like managing both family life and the responsibilities of a multi generational business while keeping its strong religious beliefs at its foundation.
Balancing Act and Navigating Life Challenges
This dynamic has all new forms of development. Viewers will have the ability to see how marriages, children and businesses can come into focus with all the different ages of family members navigating new stages of life together.
Previous Controversies
Although popular "Duck Dynasty" was also under fire in 2014 when Phil Robertson the family patriarch had been suspended over some insensitive remarks he made. He was later reinstated and this serves as an example of previous issues the show had before moving towards a positive forward trajectory.
Balancing Public Viewpoints
Viewers from different backgrounds may watch with skepticism or joy regarding what that experience and its outcome. It shows the complex nature of many public figures with how words and actions can also have severe impact on viewers for future decisions regarding programming.
Availability of The Revival
The series will be aired on A&E with a major streaming service airing it for viewing as well when a new season finishes it's initial run. The goal is for worldwide access making the new version viewable by all who desire to watch it.
Key Takeaways
- Duck Dynasty is returning to A&E for a new chapter with its original cast while some members will not be returning.
- “The Revival” shifts its focus to the family's dynasty and how their influence expands beyond duck calls.
- Many key characters from the original series are set to return bringing some needed familiarity to viewers along with newer challenges.
- The Robertson family will use new dynamics in their work and life to address their growing family and the Duck Commander company for future growth.
- "Duck Dynasty" maintains the series focus with a view on relatable and humorous events centered on a family journey rooted in their shared faith and family values.