David Schwimmer to star in ‘Goosebumps’ Season 2 as former professor and divorced parent, Internet jokes ‘bro can’t escape divorces’

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: David Schwimmer, forever etched in pop culture as the lovable divorced paleontologist Ross Geller from the iconic sitcom 'Friends', is trading in his khakis for a new adventure in the realm of horror and suspense.

The actor has been tapped to star in the upcoming second season of the Disney+ series 'Goosebumps,' based on the bestselling book series that sent shivers down the spines of countless young readers, as per Variety.

In a twist of fate that has left fans both amused and intrigued, Schwimmer will once again portray a divorced parent, this time as a former botany professor navigating the challenges of caring for an aging parent while hosting his teenage twins for the summer.

David Schwimmer's character Anthony is a former botany professor

The official synopsis for Season 2 teases a spine-tingling narrative: "Teenage siblings discover a threat stirring, triggering a chain of events that unravel a profound mystery. As they delve into the unknown, the duo find themselves entangled in the chilling tale of four teenagers who mysteriously vanished in 1994."

This ominous premise sets the stage for a gripping and suspenseful adventure that will undoubtedly keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

Schwimmer will take on the pivotal role of Anthony, a former botany professor and divorced parent of teenage twins. His character's world is set to take "a tumultuous turn as he juggles the responsibilities of overseeing an aging parent while having his kids for the summer".

Second season of 'Goosebumps' will have entirely new cast

The second season of 'Goosebumps' will follow an anthology format, featuring an entirely new story and cast from the first season. The inclusion of a botany professor as a central character has sparked speculation that the season may draw inspiration from the 'Goosebumps' book 'Stay Out of the Basement,' which features a botanist as a key figure.

Beyond his indelible imprint as Ross from 'Friends,' Schwimmer's diverse body of work encompasses a spectrum of memorable performances across television and film.

From his Emmy-nominated portrayal of Robert Kardashian in 'The People v OJ Simpson: American Crime Story' to his comedic contributions in the 'Madagascar' franchise, Schwimmer's versatility as an actor continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

Internet draws parallels between David Schwimmer's new role and his iconic 'Friends' character

The Internet, ever quick-witted and relentless, wasted no time in drawing parallels between Schwimmer's new role and his iconic 'Friends' character.

One X user humorously remarked, "Even in Goosebumps, he can’t escape divorce."

Another quipped, "Bro can't escape the divorces."

In a witty commentary on Schwimmer's fictional journey, a third user mused, "Ross Geller on the scene of the crime: another divorce."

Meanwhile, another user sarcastically noted, "Real departure from the divorced paleontology professor he played for a decade."

Further fueling the online banter, a fifth user pondered, "Divorced professor with two kids… so a Multiverse version of Ross Geller."

Lastly, a sixth user sympathetically observed, "Poor Ross can't even escape from being divorced!"

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