Seth MacFarlane Hopes ‘The Orville’ will Return

It’s been four years since The Orville: New Horizons concluded its third season on Hulu, wrapping up the series that began its journey on Fox. Since then, fans have eagerly awaited news of a possible return, and creator and star Seth MacFarlane has not been shy about sharing his desire to continue the story.

When The Orville first premiered in 2017, it quickly proved itself to be more than just a Star Trek parody. While clearly inspired by Trek, the show carved out its own path in the space-exploration genre. Led by MacFarlane’s Captain Ed Mercer, the crew embarked on adventures to new planets, navigating galactic conflicts and building an intricately detailed world with a diverse mix of aliens, robots, and humans, each with their unique complexities.

The Orville struck a harmonious balance between high-stakes drama, action, and humor, creating a unique blend of entertainment. With its high-quality production values including a sweeping orchestral score and detailed visual effects, it captured the hearts of many viewers.

According to a recent interview with the Hollywood Reporter, Seth MacFarlane revealed that season four of The Orville is already written, boasting a total of 10 completed scripts. The only hurdle seems to be his availability, with MacFarlane stating, “I’m the problem. It’s [a matter of] when I can make that my year, with all the other stuff we have in the works.” However, he reassured fans that once the time is right, they will be able to hit the ground running and bring new episodes to life.

For fans eagerly awaiting more content, MacFarlane’s update is undoubtedly encouraging. So, here’s hoping that the wait won’t be too long before we hear more exciting news. If you’re looking for more news, learn about the latest releases of Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek, the future of the DC Universe on screen, and what lies ahead for Doctor Who.