Yellowjacketsstar Samantha Hanratty plays young Misty on the hit teen survival TV show, but this is far from the only series she’s had a great time working on. On the underrated2000s fantasy TV show that holds up today,Pushing Daisies, audiences can catch a glimpse of Hanratty playing the child version of Chuck, portrayed by Anna Friel in adulthood. Hanratty spoke toColliderabout her experience on the series and the fact thatplaying Misty and Chuck has impacted her workas an actress, and that she would return to the series if it came back.
Before she wasMisty onYellowjackets, Hanratty was onPushing Daisies, which aired from 2007 to 2009, and though it was critically acclaimed, it ended up being canceled despite the innovative storytelling style. Following the story of Ned (Lee Pace), a piemaker with the ability to bring back the dead, the forbidden romance between Ned and Chuck is a huge part of the story. As the younger version of Chuck, Hanratty spoke abouthow it can be daunting to take on a part that a talented older actress is playing,but that this is what makes the work so rewarding.
What Samatha Hanratty’s Comments Mean About A Return To Pushing Daisies
The Yellowjackets Actress Is Open To Reprising Her Role
It’s been a long time sincePushing Daisieswas canceled, but Hanratty has made it clear that returning to the role of Chuck is an option for her. Though Hanratty’s been a part of many different series throughout her life, fromThe Suite Life of Zack and CodytoShameless,Pushing Daisiesseems like the perfect series to revisit for the actress based on her comments:
“I’d love to come back onPushing Daisiesif they ever decided to bring that back because that was one of the best shows ever. Honestly. I think so. Bryan Fuller’s still a dear friend and I always tell him thesecond they want to do anythingPushing Daisiesrelated, I’m there. I want to bring back Chuck.”
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Hanratty was far from the only cast member who had a lot of fun makingPushing Daisies,as series alums include Pace, Friel, Kristin Chenoweth, and Chi McBride. The ensemble had amazing chemistry, and this was a large part of what people loved aboutPushing Daisies. Even in the flashbacks that Hanratty starred in, the essential spirit of the series comes through, making it obvious why Hanratty would be so quick to jump on board a potential revival.
Though fans and critics have been hoping for a return to the world ofPushing Daisiesfor a long time, nothing concrete has been reported, and it’s unlikely that this will materialize anytime soon. However,theYellowjackets' star also discussed her ongoing friendship with the creator ofPushing Daisies, Bryan Fuller,which could one day pave the way for future collaborations. While there are a lot of moving parts when it comes to bringing back a cult hit likePushing Daisies, having the creator and one of the stars on board is a good sign.
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Our Take On A Pushing Daisies Revival
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It’s interesting to imagine what would happen ifPushing Daisiesdid come back and who, other than Hanratty, would be ready to jump on board the project. Many of the cast members, like Pace, have moved on to big projects, but it’s unlikely that they have forgotten their roots in the incredible series.Pushing Daisiesmight have been canceled after season 2,but the show was able to craft an ending that provided some satisfying moments for the characters, though there’s still a lot to wonder about when it comes to the series.
Theunanswered questions thatPushing Daisiesleft open-ended sixteen years ago are a good reason to bring back this iconic series. There’s little question that audiences would flock to a revival, as interest and excitement surrounding the show have only grown stronger in recent years. Additionally, ifYellowjacketsfans tune into a reboot ofPushing Daisies, the new take on the story wouldn’t struggle to find its audience. Regardless, it will always be fun to return to the world ofPushing Daisies, rewatching the seasons that do exist.
