13 Years Later, 2 Major One Tree Hill Fan-Favorites Cast Doubt on Return to Upcoming Reboot

There might be only one Tree Hill, yet it feels incomplete without its two original leads. As television continues to revive classic shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, discussions have also emerged about a potential reboot for One Tree Hill.

The beloved teen drama originally aired from 2003 to 2012, spanning nine seasons. The last two seasons underwent significant changes after the departure of several key cast members. Beyond their shared popularity, Buffy and One Tree Hill have another parallel: both were created by controversial figures.

Buffy was developed by Joss Whedon, who has faced multiple accusations of workplace harassment. One Tree Hill’s creator, Mark Schwahn, was similarly accused of sexual harassment by cast and crew members. In 2017, several stars, including Hilarie Burton Morgan and Danneel Harris Ackles, signed a letter supporting those claims.

Rumors of a Reboot and Cast Reactions

News about a One Tree Hill reboot surfaced in the summer of 2024, though few details have been revealed since. In a new interview with People magazine for the Sexiest Man Alive issue, the series’ lead actors, Chad Michael Murray and James Lafferty, expressed uncertainty about returning as Lucas and Nathan Scott.

“We did the show and played those characters for nine years,” said Lafferty. “I’m not sure what the rest of that distance would be.”

Both actors, who portrayed brothers evolving from rivals to close friends, admitted they struggle to envision how the story could continue in a meaningful way.

Author’s Summary

The potential One Tree Hill reboot faces skepticism from its original stars, who question revisiting their roles after nine years on the show.

Comic Book Resources — 2025-11-06