13 Years Later, 2 Major One Tree Hill Fan-Favorites Cast Doubt on Return to Upcoming Reboot

13 Years Later, Two One Tree Hill Stars Doubt Reboot Return

Though there is only one One Tree Hill, the absence of its two leads makes it feel incomplete. Amid the current trend of rebooting beloved series like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, discussions about an One Tree Hill reboot have surfaced. The original drama aired from 2003 to 2012 over nine seasons, with significant changes occurring in its final two seasons.

Parallels Between One Tree Hill and Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Besides undergoing reboot talks, both shows share a history of controversial showrunners. Buffy was created by Joss Whedon, who has faced accusations of workplace harassment. Similarly, One Tree Hill was created by Mark Schwahn, who was accused of sexual harassment by cast and crew, including lead actors Hilarie Burton Morgan and Danneel Harris Ackles, who publicly supported these claims.

Reboot Announcement and Cast Reactions

News of an One Tree Hill reboot broke in summer 2024, but few specifics have surfaced. In a recent People magazine interview for the Sexiest Man Alive issue, lead actors Chad Michael Murray and James Lafferty, who portrayed brothers Lucas and Nathan Scott, expressed skepticism about returning to their roles.

"We did the show and played those characters for nine years," Lafferty said. "I’m not sure what the rest of that distance would be."

The two actors reflected on their evolving on-screen relationship—from rivals to close friends—and acknowledged challenges in fitting the show into today’s context.

Summary

The potential reboot of One Tree Hill faces uncertainty as its two main stars express doubt about reprising their roles, highlighting unresolved issues and changes since the original series ended.

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