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The Walton family is back.

The CW is commemorating the 50th ceremony of "The Homecoming: A Christmas Story" by airing a new Television receiver film titled "The Waltons' Homecoming" that premieres on Nov. 28. The 1971 film first introduced "The Waltons" to audiences, leading to a successful series that's still historic today.

Richard Thomas, who starred equally the original John-Boy Walton, will serve every bit the narrator on "Homecoming" in the place of the late Earl Hamner Jr., passing the torch to Logan Shroyer.

"The Waltons' Homecoming," which is described equally a "wholesome and centre-warming vacation moving picture that highlights the importance of family and kindness," as well stars Bellamy Young, Ben Lawson and Marcelle LeBlanc.

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''The Waltons' Homecoming'' was directed by Lev L. Spiro and written by Jim Strain.

''The Waltons' Homecoming'' was directed by Lev L. Spiro and written past Jim Strain. (Tom Griscom/The CW)

Thomas told Pull a fast one on News that he's thrilled the beloved series is getting the reboot treatment in time for the holidays.

"My opinion is that 'The Waltons' is a 50-year-one-time classic," said the 70-year-former. "Classics are somewhen adapted, updated, remade and reexamined. I'm just happy that our show is in that category, and I hope the new version finds its audience equally ours did in 1971. Good luck to them."

The original CBS family unit drama, which focused on the lives of a Virginia mountain family during the '30s and '40s, aired from 1972 to 1981. It is believed that the network greenlit the series in response to hearings in Congress about the lack of family-friendly programming.

While the bear witness initially didn't sway audiences, it speedily became the second-highest-rated series in all of primetime past Season two, Forbes reported. During its nine seasons, information technology earned 13 Primetime Emmy Awards, two Golden Globes and a Peabody Award – just to name a few. Half dozen made-for-television movies were launched after the series ended.

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Former cast members from left to right: Kami Cotler, Richard Thomas, Eric Scott and Judy Norton pose during the screening and reception celebrating 'The Waltons' Homecoming' at The Garland on November 13, 2022 in North Hollywood, California. 

Sometime cast members from left to right: Kami Cotler, Richard Thomas, Eric Scott and Judy Norton pose during the screening and reception celebrating 'The Waltons' Homecoming' at The Garland on November 13, 2022 in North Hollywood, California. (Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Many of the original bandage members told Fox News they fully supported the reboot. They're hoping it will introduce the family to a new generation of viewers. Ralph Waite, who served as love patriarch John Walton Sr., passed away in 2022 at age 85.

"I support anything that puts our fellow actors to work," said Michael Learned, who starred equally matriarch Olivia Walton. "'The Waltons' is all almost family, which is timeless. I was invited to a preview. However, a family unit emergency kept me from attending.  I love every fellow member of the original cast every bit if they were my own. Best wishes to the new cast."

Mary McDonough, who played her daughter Erin Walton, agreed.

"I have't seen it nevertheless, but I am looking forward to watching," said the actress/author. 'I hear lovely things about the new 'Homecoming.' Looking forrad to seeing the new 'Erin.' Many Walton fans have asked me for years why at that place isn't a prove similar 'The Waltons' to share with their kids. Now there is. I think information technology'south time for a fresh family show."

Mary McDonough attends the ''The Waltons'' 40th anniversary reunion at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre on September 29, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. 

Mary McDonough attends the ''The Waltons'' 40th anniversary reunion at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre on September 29, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Tibrina Hobson/WireImage)

Judy Norton, who played Mary Ellen Walton, said curious viewers shouldn't expect a replica of the original show. Nevertheless, she stressed that the new Boob tube film honors Hamner's dedication to family. She also noted that the network, along with the new cast, has respected the testify's legacy during filming.

"Think of information technology like getting a new pace-parent," the extra explained. "They are non meant to replace your parent, but to be another part of your life. Although we appreciate all the beloved and support our viewers have given to 'The Waltons' these past 50 years and hopefully many more years to come up - you are welcome to embrace this new rendition - non as a re-create - but as something new."

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Actors Michael Learned and Ralph Waite attend the signing of Mary McDonough's book ''Lessons From the Mountain: What I Learned From Erin Walton'' at Book Soup on April 16, 2011 in West Hollywood, California. Waite passed away in 2022 at age 85.

Actors Michael Learned and Ralph Waite attend the signing of Mary McDonough's volume ''Lessons From the Mount: What I Learned From Erin Walton'' at Book Soup on April sixteen, 2011 in West Hollywood, California. Waite passed away in 2022 at age 85. (Brian Putnam/FilmMagic)

The 63-year-old shared that now is the perfect fourth dimension to revisit a story like "The Waltons."

"The story of love, family and the support of one some other is timeless," she said. "The evidence is about the human spirit. The innate kindness and pity of man when demonstrated at its very all-time. Something we can all achieve - together.  This testify gave me and so much, but what I treasure almost is the 'family' information technology has given me."

Kami Cotler, who played immature Elizabeth Walton, attended a screening for "Homecoming." She acknowledged how many fans have expressed hesitation about watching the film in out of fear that CW is attempting to replace "the original family."

"I don't call back anyone is replacing anything," she explained. "I retrieve the reboot is honoring the timelessness and dazzler of Earl Hamner's story. Moreover, if people want to see more than programs like 'The Waltons' on TV today, then I recommend they give The CW'southward 'Homecoming' a hazard. It's the fashion to let Hollywood know there is a market place for family programming."

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Actor Jon Walmsley performs the 40th Anniversary Reunion Of ''The Waltons'' at Landmark Loew's on December 2, 2011 in Jersey City, New Jersey. 

Role player Jon Walmsley performs the 40th Ceremony Reunion Of ''The Waltons'' at Landmark Loew's on December two, 2011 in Jersey Urban center, New Jersey. (Bennett Raglin/Getty Images)

"… I'thou encouraging people on my Facebook page to be mindful of how they post about the remake," the now-educator connected. "The producer grew upward with 'The Waltons' and wanted to bring a warm, vacation movie to the screen. Allow's trust they did the best they could with the resource available. These are nice folks, and in that location is e'er a chance the filmmakers or actors - including the children - volition read your comments, so please remember to be kind with your words!"

Jon Walmsley, who played Jason Walton, said he isn't surprised that "The Waltons" would be remade. The achieved instrumentalist shared he enjoys watching reboots of his favorite classic films.

"I've seen all 4 versions of 'A Star is Born' – each is unlike and they're all great," he boasted. "The fact that Earl Hamner's characters and stories hold up 50 years afterwards they were written is a testament to the quality and timelessness of his writing."

The 65-year-old said he would even be open to taking on a role if the new TV film led to a sequel or serial. Forbes teased that if enough viewers tune in, a regularly scheduled series could be possible, along with invitee appearances from some of the original actors.

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''The Waltons'' aired from 1972 until 1981.

''The Waltons'' aired from 1972 until 1981. (Getty Images      )

"Information technology would depend on the role," he said. "But I'd love to play a baddie, a character that was the opposite of Jason, my original 'Waltons' function."

The original cast has remained close over the years.

In 2017, 15 former cast members headed to Virginia for a reunion at the Waltons Mount Museum. The events also coincided with the one-yr ceremony of Hamner Jr., the evidence's creator. The Schuyler native passed abroad in 2022 at historic period 92.

"Amazingly, nosotros're all even so close, which is a rare occurrence in television," said Walmsley. "Commonly, a prove ends and everyone goes their carve up ways. We see each other periodically at fan events or weddings or funerals, and lately, on Zoom - just like real families. It's e'er groovy to assemble for a drink, a hug… and talk about what our kids are doing."

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Cast members from left to right: Ben Lawson, Richard Thomas, Marcelle LeBlanc, Christian Finlayson, Tatum Matthews, Callaway Corrick, Bellamy Young and Logan Shroyer pose during the screening and reception celebrating ''The Waltons' Homecoming'' at The Garland on November 13, 2022 in North Hollywood, California. 

Bandage members from left to right: Ben Lawson, Richard Thomas, Marcelle LeBlanc, Christian Finlayson, Tatum Matthews, Callaway Corrick, Bellamy Young and Logan Shroyer pose during the screening and reception celebrating ''The Waltons' Homecoming'' at The Garland on Nov 13, 2022 in North Hollywood, California. (Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Today, he'due south eager to run across how audiences will react to "Homecoming."

"I think CW hopes to offering a program that families can watch together," he said. "In 1971, nearly families had i tv prepare. Now everyone in the family has their own television, non to mention computers and mobile phones. 'The Waltons' provide not only an opportunity for family unit viewing but hopefully a window into a time when multi-generational families spent a great deal more time together."

'The Waltons' Homecoming' airs on Lord's day, November 28 at 8 p.g. ET on CW. The Associated Printing contributed to this study.