TV Sons' 'Personality Problems' Stymie Home Improvement Revival, Says Tim Allen

Tim Allen says a Home Improvement revival is stalled thanks to his TV sons' "personality problems." Yes, you read that right. The actor, known for playing Tim "The Tool Man" Taylor, told US Weekly that issues with the younger cast members are blocking a potential return for the beloved 90s sitcom.

Home Improvement, which ran from 1991 to 1999, was a staple for many, following accident-prone host Tim Taylor and his family: wife Jill and sons Brad, Randy, and Mark. The show's core appeal was Tim's well-meaning antics and life lessons, often guided by sage neighbor Wilson. A revival has been a long-held dream for fans and, apparently, Allen himself.

However, Allen is blunt about the obstacles. "They keep talking about how it could move forward, but they get stuck [because] there are some personality problems right now with the boys. They've got their own issues," he stated. This isn't just typical Hollywood drama. One of those "boys," Zachery Ty Bryan, who played eldest son Brad, is currently in prison following various legal troubles. That's a pretty significant "personality problem" indeed.

The challenges don't stop there. Jonathan Taylor Thomas, who played Randy, has largely retired from acting. Taran Noah Smith, who was Mark, also left Hollywood after the show. Even Patricia Richardson, who played matriarch Jill, revealed she hasn't even been approached for a reboot. Her own reservations include the young actors' situations and the undeniable void left by the passing of Earl Hindman (Wilson) in 2003.

Richard Karn, who played Tim's loyal co-host Al Borland, perfectly summed up the sentiment about a revival. His iconic catchphrase, reframed for the situation: "I don't think so, Tim." It seems this particular TV family reunion is a long shot for now.