Desperate Housewives actor James Denton reflected on his favorite episode of the series, which was the one where his character, Mike Delfino, was shot. Denton enjoyed filming the scene and described the special effects and rigging involved in creating the moment. He credited his scene partner, Teri Hatcher, for her brilliant performance during this emotional scene, which involved Mike sacrificing himself to save Susan from a bullet.
The show Desperate Housewives aired on ABC from 2004 to 2012 and followed the lives of a group of women living in the fictional town of Fairview. The main cast included Teri Hatcher, Felicity Huffman, Marcia Cross, Eva Longoria, and Nicollette Sheridan. Mike’s death was one of many deaths that occurred throughout the show’s eight-year run, with a total of 56 characters meeting their demise. Despite the somber tone of these deaths, Denton revealed that the cast often joked about who would be killed off next during the show.
Creator Marc Cherry consulted with James Denton about the decision to kill off Mike Delfino, as the actors did not receive full scripts during the final season of the show. Denton appreciated the respect shown to him by discussing this major storyline development. He expressed his satisfaction with the way Mike was written out of the show, acknowledging the emotional impact it had on fans. Cherry hinted at the possibility of a return to Desperate Housewives, perhaps set in an earlier decade, as he misses writing for the iconic Wisteria Lane setting.
Cherry discussed his experience working on Desperate Housewives and the potential for a reboot in the future. He mentioned that he has learned a lot from his time on the show and has received numerous inquiries about the possibility of a reboot. Cherry emphasized the importance of having a compelling reason for bringing the show back, indicating that he has some ideas in mind for how a reboot could be approached. He expressed a desire to revisit the world of Desperate Housewives with a fresh perspective and new stories to tell.
Desperate Housewives is currently available for streaming on Hulu, allowing both longtime fans and new viewers to enjoy the drama and mystery of life on Wisteria Lane. The show’s enduring popularity and impact on television culture have sparked discussions about the potential for a revival or reboot in the future. With the creator and cast members expressing interest in returning to this iconic series, fans may have the opportunity to revisit the world of Desperate Housewives in new and exciting ways in the future.
