Why You Shouldn’t Get Your Hopes Up About the Gargoyles Rumors

Why You Shouldn’t Get Your Hopes Up About the Gargoyles Rumors

Well, well, well, if it isn’t another round of the infamous Gargoyles rumors. You know, the ones that have been circulating since the dawn of time, or at least since the last time you checked your Twitter feed. Yes, those rumors. The ones that suggest that our beloved stone-faced friends might be making a comeback. But before you start dusting off your old VHS tapes and practicing your best “I am the terror that flaps in the night” impression, let’s take a moment to consider why you might want to keep your expectations in check.

1. The Rumor Mill is a Cruel Mistress

First things first, let’s remember that the rumor mill is about as reliable as a chocolate teapot. One minute it’s all “Gargoyles is coming back!” and the next it’s “Oops, our bad, we meant Garfield.” So before you start planning your Gargoyles-themed viewing party, maybe wait for some official confirmation. You know, from someone who actually has the power to make it happen.

2. The Original Cast is Busy

Remember how amazing the original cast was? Keith David as Goliath, Salli Richardson as Elisa Maza, Jonathan Frakes as David Xanatos… the list goes on. But guess what? They’re all pretty busy these days. Keith David is off being awesome in everything, Salli Richardson is directing like a boss, and Jonathan Frakes is… well, he’s probably off somewhere being Jonathan Frakes. Point is, getting the band back together might be a bit of a challenge.

3. The Magic Might Not Be Recaptured

Let’s face it, part of what made Gargoyles so great was the magic of the 90s. The animation, the storytelling, the fact that we were all young and innocent and didn’t have to worry about things like taxes and cholesterol. Can that magic really be recaptured in today’s world of hyper-realistic CGI and complex narrative structures? I mean, maybe. But it’s a big ask.

4. It Could Be a Disappointment

Finally, let’s not forget the most important reason to keep your expectations in check: the potential for disappointment. Remember the last time you got really excited about a reboot? How did that turn out? Yeah, I thought so. So maybe it’s best to keep your hopes at a manageable level. That way, if the Gargoyles reboot does happen and it’s amazing, you’ll be pleasantly surprised. And if it doesn’t happen, or it does and it’s terrible, you won’t be crushed.

So there you have it, folks. Four perfectly good reasons to keep your Gargoyles expectations in check. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have some old VHS tapes to dust off. Just in case.

“Rumors flyin’, hopes are high,
Gargoyles might again take the sky.
But hold your horses, don’t jump the gun,
The rumor mill ain’t reliable, son.
Keep your hopes in check, don’t let ’em soar,
Or disappointment might be at your door.”