Punky Brewster is back, baby! That’s right, the beloved ’80s sitcom starring Soleil Moon Frye is getting the 2021 reboot treatment on NBC’s new streaming service, Peacock! While the show doesn’t premiere until the end of the month, fans got a first look at the series with a newly released trailer, and naturally — people are losing their minds!
If you grew up in the ’80s, there’s a VERY good chance *Punky Brewster* holds a special place in you heart.
The show followed Penelope “Punky” Brewster and her dog, Brandon, after the two were abandoned at a Chicago supermarket. The pair eventually find a new home with their foster parent Henry Warnimon, and make friends along the way like Cherie Johnson, Allen Anderson and Margaux Kramer.
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The beloved show ran four seasons from 1984 to 1988 and now, it’s back!
The highly anticipated reboot trailer has finally DROPPED!
“#punkypower is back! I am SOOOOOO excited to share this with you. Are you all ready for some #punkypower ?! Here’s a look at our all-new #PunkyBrewster, streaming February 25th on @peacocktv.”
A few moments later, Soleil posted an emotional tribute to those who made the reboot possible.
“PUNKY POWER,” she wrote.
“My heart is so full of gratitude and love for our #punkybrewster coming to @peacocktv February 25th. I am so honored and humbled to be a part of our incredible journey and for our amazing cast, crew, @peacocktv @ucp & our families and friends who have supported us throughout this adventure. I love you and I am forever thankful.”
Fans couldn’t be more excited for the reboot.
“cant wait for the world to see this beautiful project you’ve all worked on, it is truly amazing get ready,” wrote one fan.
“yES!!! Can’t wait for #punkypower to take over the woooorld!” wrote another.
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