by Thinus Ferreira
A&E is reviving its reality show Duck Dynasty with a 20-episode order for two seasons of Duck Dynasty: The Revival that will again follow the Robertson family and focus on Willie and Korie Robertson and their Duck Commander business.
Duck Dynasty ended in 2017 after 11 seasons and the two new seasons of Duck Dynasty: The Revival will not include patriarch Phil Robertson as one of the featured family members since he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease.
Duck Dynasty: The Revival will focus on Willie and Korie Robertson and their adult children and grandchildren, all living on the family's Louisiana homestead.
According to A&E "With their dynasty expanding into more than just ducks, Willie and Korie will bring their signature humour and family fun as they grapple with mapping out the future of Duck Commander, watching the kids navigate marriage, children and businesses of their own, and passing down the family legacy."
Elaine Frontain Bryant, executive vice president and head of programming for A&E and Lifetime, in a statement announcing the revival of the show, says "The Robertsons earned a seat in homes across the country with their unique brand of down-home practicality, Southern charm and relatable humour".
"Duck Dynasty played a huge part of the success of A&E for many years, and we look forward to reuniting with the Robertsons on the revival."
Duck Dynasty: The Revival will very likely be shown on the History (DStv 186) channel of Hearst Networks EMEA, which last year rebranded from A&E Networks.
"Going back on A&E feels a little like going back home," says Willie and Korie Robertson in the statement.
"We're thankful for all who have followed along as our family has grown and expanded and can't wait to get cameras rolling again on all our new adventures, or perhaps misadventures."
Besides Willie and Korie, Duck Dynasty: The Revival will feature Willie's mother Kay, Uncle Si and Willie and Korie's kids John Luke, Sadie, Will, Bella and Rebecca.
Duck Dynasty: The Revival is produced by Wheelhouse Entertainment's Spoke Studios and the Robertsons' Tread Lively Productions.
Brent Montgomery, Wheelhouse CEO and executive producer, says "I was a huge fan of the original Duck Dynasty and thought it was the best reality sitcom of all time, so I jumped at the chance to work with Willie and Korie".
"The Robertsons live by a motto of 'faith, family and fun' and that will be the heartbeat of what we bring to viewers."