Matthew Lillard Is Happy Netflix Is Bringing ‘Scooby-Doo’ Back

Netflix is officially bringing Scooby-Doo to live-action, and longtime Shaggy voice actor Matthew Lillard couldn’t be happier. After nabbing The Addams Family and Avatar: The Last Airbender, the streaming giant is now setting its sights on solving mysteries with a gang of meddling kids and their talking Great Dane. But this isn’t just another reboot—it’s a full-blown “modern reimagining” that has fans, purists, and Hollywood veterans buzzing.

According to reports, the upcoming live-action series will follow Shaggy and Daphne, old summer camp pals, who reunite to crack a potentially supernatural murder case. Their only witness? None other than Scooby-Doo himself. Along the way, they’ll team up with Velma and Fred, forming the iconic Mystery Inc. gang we all know and love. The premise sounds like a fresh twist on the classic formula, blending nostalgia with a darker, more serialized mystery vibe.

Matthew Lillard, who has voiced Shaggy since 2010 and starred as him in the live-action films, shared his excitement with Entertainment Weekly. “I’m really happy it’s coming back,” Lillard said. “It’s been years since we’ve had an animated series, and it needs to come back.” For Lillard, Scooby-Doo isn’t just about solving spooky mysteries—it’s about teaching kids valuable lessons. “It’s about friendship, sticking together as a gang, and working together to solve mysteries,” he explained. And, of course, the timeless lesson that “normally it’s a dangerous white man behind the mask. These are the things that kids have to learn.”

But Lillard didn’t stop there. He also issued a heartfelt plea to Netflix: keep it true to the spirit of Scooby-Doo. “Hold onto what’s tried and true and take your hack at it,” he advised. “The core of it is really about friendship. It’s really lovely, and I hope that they hold onto that.” Given the recent trend of gritty, adult-oriented reboots (looking at you, Velma), Lillard’s words carry extra weight. Fans are hoping Netflix will strike the right balance between modernizing the story and preserving the charm that made Scooby-Doo a cultural icon.

The news has sparked a wave of excitement—and a fair bit of skepticism—online. Will Netflix deliver a faithful adaptation that honors the franchise’s legacy? Or will it fall into the trap of overcomplicating a simple, beloved formula? Only time will tell. But one thing’s for sure: the world is ready for more Scooby-Doo, whether it’s the classic cartoons, the upcoming anime series, or this bold new live-action take.

For now, fans can revisit the classics or check out the upcoming anime adaptation, which promises to bring a fresh perspective to the Mystery Inc. gang. And if you’re craving more io9 news, stay tuned for updates on Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, the DC Universe, and Doctor Who. The future of fandom is here, and it’s looking mighty mysterious.

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