( CNN ) For those wondering if we would ever hear from the Bluth family again , the answer would appear to be yes . `` Arrested Development '' executive producer Brian Grazer said the show will return for a fifth season of 17 episodes . The Hollywood mogul was interviewed on Bill Simmons ' podcast recently , and let it drop that fans can expect more of the quirky comedy . Netflix had no comment for CNN when asked to verify his statements . The fourth season was streamed exclusively on Netflix in 2013 , after Fox canceled the show several years before . Despite critical acclaim , the series never had big ratings , but has a devoted fan base , who often quote from the show . It was not yet known if the full cast , including Jason Bateman , Michael Cera and Will Arnett , will return for the season .
fan favorite series ` ` ' Development '' to return for a fifth season , according to fans . Brian has claimed the series would be back in a podcast . fox is not commenting .