Back to blonde: Elle comes to Prime Video

On this perfect day, nothing’s standing in our way of reuniting with movie icon Elle Woods. The Legally Blonde bombshell is returning to screens in a new TV series, now portrayed by newcomer Lexi Minetree, and once again she’s struggling to fit in with her peers. In this version, though, she’s navigating high school far from sun-drenched LA or stuffy Harvard, under the grungy skies of Seattle.

So, what’s the story? Before Elle was cross-examining witnesses about ammonium thioglycolate, she was a teen who had it all – a glitzy LA lifestyle, a loving family and a giant swimming pool for all those cool parties. However, when Elle’s parents announce a move to the rainy northwestern US, she transforms from It Girl to a head-to-toe-pink misfit at her new high school. But when a scandal erupts in the hallways, it looks like Elle might be able to save the day and win over her classmates for good.

Minetree steps into the role made famous by Reese Witherspoon, and some familiar faces join the newcomer on screen. June Diane Raphael (Grace And Frankie) and Tom Everett Scott (The Summer I Turned Pretty) are Elle’s parents, while the late James Van Der Beek (Dawson’s Creek) is the school’s dean in his final screen role. Up-and-coming talents Chandler Kinney, Jacob Moskovitz, Gabrielle Policano and Zac Looker star as Elle’s fellow students and Legally Blonde fans may recognise a familiar canine companion too.

You can find Elle bending and snapping her way to screens on Wednesday 1 July in Apps > Prime Video. In the meantime, to commemorate the quarter-century since Elle Woods sashayed into our lives (feel old yet?), we’ve rounded up our 25 fan-favourite returns to TV and film worlds that you can stream now. Whether you didn’t get enough of these characters the first time round or simply want to relive a story that’s stayed with you, you’ll find your next nostalgia-fuelled watch right here. Let’s begin.

Stream seasons 1-3 now in Apps > HBO Max. Seasons 1-6 of Sex And The City also available

We couldn’t help but wonder… was it time for a reunion in New York City? It’s a firm yes from us, so put on your Manolo Blahniks and strut your stuff with Carrie, Miranda and Charlotte as they prove that age is simply a number in this stylish sequel to its trailblazing predecessor.

Stream series 1-6 now in Apps > 5

The latest adaptation of James Herriot’s timeless stories has become one of the nation’s most cherished period dramas. Tune in to the charming adventures of a young veterinarian finding his way in the rolling Yorkshire countryside for the ultimate cosy comfort watch.

Stream series 1-2 now in Apps > U

In its 1980s heyday, Bergerac pulled in millions of viewers and upped the sales for Triumph Roadsters everywhere. Now, it’s had a modern reimaging with Damien Molony stepping into John Nettles’ shoes, and 40 years on we can confirm that it’s all still going down in Jersey.

Stream series 1-3 now in Apps > ITVX

“Fancy another one?” More than 20 years after this groundbreaking reality series and social experiment first aired, Big Brother has made a successful comeback as a new generation of contestants have their shenanigans constantly monitored purely for our entertainment. Champion.

Stream parts 1-4 now in Apps > Netflix

Sabrina The Teenage Witch has been given a macabre makeover in this supernatural adaptation of the ’90s teen classic, in witch (geddit?) Sabrina Spellman must protect herself, her family and the town of Greendale from evil forces.

Stream series 1-3 now in Apps > BBC iPlayer

Grab a bowl of blue string pudding and settle in for another out-of-this-world adventure with the next generation of Clangers. The best part? The reboot stays true to the original show’s craftsmanship by bringing the much-loved characters back to life with the magic of stop-motion animation.

Stream series 1-2 now in Apps > BBC iPlayer. Series 1-13 of Doctor Who (2005-2022) and series 1-26 of Doctor Who (1963-1996) also available

This time traveller already has a reputation for reinvention with a whopping 15 actors playing the titular Doctor during the show’s tenure. His most recent incarnation in the form of Ncuti Gatwa left us dreaming of epic voyages across the universe all over again.

Stream seasons 1-5 now in Apps > Netflix

The original series defined an era of television with its intoxicating blend of scandal, luxury and iconic rivalries. Fortunately, the reboot captured the same glamorous spirit of the Carrington family with a modern twist, even earning a People’s Choice Award for Revival Show of 2018.

Stream seasons 1-2 now in Apps > Paramount+. Seasons 1-11 of Frasier also available

There were tossed salads and scrambled eggs aplenty in one of TV’s most highly-anticipated reboots of recent years, as fans old and new reunited with sitcom legend Frasier (Kelsey Grammer) who was on a mission to fulfil an old dream or two and reconnect with his now adult son. 

Stream it now in Apps > Disney+. Freaky Friday also available

In the sequel to the 00s hit movie, Tess Coleman (Jamie Lee Curtis) and her daughter Anna (Lindsay Lohan) are trading places all over again with a new generation of teens, leading them all to understand the importance of family no matter its form.

Stream it now in Sky Cinema on demand. Ghostbusters (1984) and Ghostbusters II also available

There was nothing strange about this long-awaited new rendezvous with the Ghostbusters, and this BAFTA-nominated continuation of the 1980s films is jam-packed with all the supernatural silliness that the franchise is loved for – as well as appearances from original cast members Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and Ernie Hudson.

Stream it now in Apps > Netflix. Seasons 1-7 of Gilmore Girls also available

Fans were delighted to return to the charming town of Stars Hollow to catch up with Rory, Lorelai and Emily for a new chapter in their lives. Cosy autumnal blankets and pumpkin spice lattes optional – it’s highly recommended for viewing any time of year.

Stream series 1-3 now in Apps > BBC iPlayer

Contenders and mighty gladiators alike were ready to rumble in the revival of this spectacular ’90s game show, and more than 30 years on from its original run we’re still convinced that we have the athleticism to nail those endurance challenges (from the comfort of our sofas, of course).

Stream seasons 1-2 now in Apps > ITVX. Seasons 1-6 of Gossip Girl also available

As a new generation of self-obsessed Upper East Side teens takes over the hallowed steps of the Met, the infamous Gossip Girl account is up to its old tricks and wreaking havoc across Manhattan’s social scene.

Stream season 1 now in Apps > Prime Video

It’s the classic debate: is the original better than the remake? We’ll let you be the judge in this modern take on the cult ’90s slasher, which follows a group of friends who are stalked by a serial killer after covering up a fatal car accident. Don’t watch it alone!

Stream season 14 now in Apps > Disney+. Season 15 launches on Monday 20 July. Seasons 1-13 also available

Long before Bob’s Burgers, King Of The Hill was the animated show that kept us glued to screens with hilarious family-centric takes on the everyday and the mundane. We were delighted to crack open a cold one with Hank and the gang once again with the show’s 2025 revival.

Stream season 1 from Thursday 9 July in Apps > Netflix

Laura Ingalls Wilder’s semi-autobiographical books became a classic TV series in the 1970s and now the stories are getting a fresh screen makeover. We can’t wait to see this modern take on the pioneer family’s eventful voyage through the American Midwest.

Stream season 1 now in Apps Disney+. Seasons 1-7 of Malcolm In The Middle also available

Ever wonder what happened to Malcolm after he went to Harvard University? Wonder no more as Frankie Muniz returns to the titular role 20 years later to reconnect with his chaotic family, complete with plenty of fourth-wall-breaking musings.

Stream season 1 now in Apps > Disney+. Seasons 1-9 of the original Scrubs also available

While medicine and interns may have changed, the bromance between JD (Zach Braff) and Turk (Donald Faison) has not. Get ready to scrub in again with the gang at Sacred Heart Hospital for this long-awaited revival that’s just as zingy as its predecessor.

Stream seasons 1-3 now in Apps > Netflix

Just when That ’70s Show’s Red and Kitty thought that they’d got those pesky kids out of their basement for good, their teen granddaughter Leia invites a new generation of chaos into their lives as she spends a summer to remember in her parents’ old hangout.  

Stream seasons 1-2 now in Apps > Disney+

Few coming-of-age tales hit as hard as The Wonder Years and its revival introduced a new generation of viewers to the wonders of adolescence through Dean, who reflects on his experiences of growing up in a Black middle-class family in 1960s Alabama.

Stream seasons 10-11 now in Apps > 5. Seasons 1-9 of The X-Files also available

We were devastated in the early noughties when Fox Mulder and Dana Scully closed the case on their paranormal investigations. But the truth was still out there and in 2016, The X-Files creator Chris Carter resurrected the cult sci-fi phenomenon for two more thrilling seasons.

Stream seasons 1-2 now in Apps > Disney+. Seasons 1-5 of X-Men: The Animated Series also available

Marvel has brought back all the fun of Saturday morning cartoons for kids and grown-ups alike, as the superheroes leap into action to save a new generation of mutants and humans in the revival of the supercharged ’90s series.

Stream series 1 now in Apps > Prime Video

Before Sherlock Holmes became a world-renowned master sleuth, he was a student at Oxford University who suddenly found himself at the centre of a murder investigation in this Guy Ritchie adaptation of Holmes’s early adventures.

Stream it now in Apps > Paramount+. Seasons 1-4 of Zoey 101 also available

In 2005, every tween wanted to kick it with Zoey (Jamie Lynn Spears) at PCA. After all, what could be better than hitting up Sushi Rox with a Tek-Mate in hand? We’ll tell you what – a sequel film to the series that caught up with the gang and all their millennial issues.

The eight-part series is released on Wednesday 1 July in Apps > Prime Video with all episodes available to stream. Legally Blonde and Legally Blonde 2: Red, White And Blonde are also available to stream now in Apps > Prime Video.