Matt Bomer Shares Exciting Revival Update

White Collar star Matt Bomer has shared a promising update about a potential revival of the beloved series. In a conversation with People (via The Hollywood Reporter), Bomer disclosed that while the series hasn’t received an official go-ahead yet, a script exists, and it’s, in his words, “fantastic.” Bomer explained that the script allows the show to pick up right where it left off, paying homage to cast members who have since passed away.

“[The script is] completely in line and in keeping with the show that we were able to do six seasons of,” Bomer said. “It really just feels like he was able to pick up right where we left off.”

He added, “It’s a really intelligent, fun, organic way to bring all the characters back together to pay tribute to Willie Garson, Diahann Carroll, and folks we’ve lost since the show ended, which was really important to me. It’s something that if you enjoyed the show, you really will have a good time watching it.”

Although the White Collar revival hasn’t been officially greenlit, Bomer remains optimistic about its chances, particularly given the show’s strong performance on Netflix.

Earlier this year, the show’s creator Jeff Eastin confirmed at Variety‘s TV Fest that he was working on the script for the reboot. “We’re gonna reboot. I’m writing the script,” Eastin said. “It’s a fantastic script and it answers all the questions that one would have if you watch the show — and it would introduce the show to those who haven’t seen it as well. Both edges of the sword are honed.”

White Collar originally aired for six seasons between 2009 and 2014. The show followed Bomer’s character, Neal Caffrey, a skilled con man who collaborates with FBI Special Agent Peter Burke, played by Tim DeKay, as a criminal informant. The series also featured Willie Garson, Tiffani Thiessen, Marsha Thomason, and Sharif Atkins, with Hilarie Burton appearing frequently as a guest star. Diahann Carroll also had a notable presence on the show. Tragically, Garson passed away in 2021, and Bomer has openly discussed the challenges of reviving White Collar without Garson’s beloved character.

“Obviously, that’s the first thing that came to my mind,” Bomer said. “But I felt that what Jeff Eastin presented to Tim and I honors what he contributed to the show and honors him as a person. There’s no way I would ever be involved with it again if it didn’t do so. So, I think it’s a way for him to, in some ways, still be a part of the show.”

By offering fans a chance to reconnect with these well-loved characters while respecting the legacy of the actors who have passed, the potential White Collar revival promises to be an exciting continuation of the story. Stay tuned as more updates unfold.

Source: People, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety