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Desperate Housewives: what to expect from the spin-off of the iconic series
Find out everything you need to know about the spin-off of Desperate Housewives, the cult series with millions of fans, starring Teri Hatcher, Marcia Cross, Felicity Huffman, and Eva Longoria. A wave of nostalgia or a complete reinvention Wisteria Lane is preparing to reopen its doors in a whole new light…
by La rédaction.
Desperate Housewives: a cult series and a television phenomenon
A satirical and biting take on suburban American life… In 2004, Marc Cherry completely reimagined the dramatic series with Desperate Housewives, plunging viewers into Wisteria Lane, a fictional street with immaculate lawns.
There, we meet four women—Susan, Lynette, Bree, and Gabrielle—who juggle secrets, betrayals, and appearances. Narrated by the voice of a deceased character, the darkly humorous show quickly captivated audiences. It became a distorted (but fascinating) mirror of American middle-class life.
Aired on ABC until 2012, the show spanned 180 episodes, garnered 38 Emmy nominations, and left a lasting cultural impact. Its original cast—Teri Hatcher, Marcia Cross, Felicity Huffman, and Eva Longoria—rose to stardom, while the show’s set became a pilgrimage site for devoted fans. The series even inspired a new wave of reality TV shows, including The Real Housewives.
From left to right: Teri Hatcher (Susan), Felicity Huffman (Lynette), Eva Longoria (Gabrielle), and Marcia Cross (Bree), the stars of Desperate Housewives (2004).
Desperate Housewives returns as a spin-off produced by Kerry Washington
In April 2025, Disney announced the development of a spin-off titled Wisteria Lane, produced by American actress Kerry Washington (Django Unchained, Scandal). According to early reports, the script will be written by Natalie Chaidez, known for Heroes and The Flight Attendant.
Although Marc Cherry, the creator of the original series, is not directly involved, he has expressed interest in possibly returning for a version set in the 1960s. As for the original cast, none have been officially confirmed, but Eva Longoria has shown enthusiasm about making a comeback.
This spin-off will focus on five new women—either friends or rivals—living on the iconic street. Behind flawless facades and polished Instagram posts, they’re of course hiding unspeakable secrets. A dark and sexy dramedy tailored to today’s social landscape.
The project has sparked mixed reactions. Some fans criticize it for lacking originality, while others are intrigued by this fresh take. Slated for release in 2026, Wisteria Lane promises to rekindle the drama and mystery that made the original show such a success.
Wisteria Lane, the Desperate Housewives spin-off, available in 2026.
