Michael Schur has officially confirmed he’d love to have Charlie Day join the cast of “A Man on the Inside” for a potential third season — a dream come true for fans hoping to see the iconic duo reunite after years apart.
The creator of “Parks and Recreation” and “The Office” has dropped one of the most anticipated casting rumors of the year: he would “love” to have Charlie Day return for a potential third season of Netflix’s breakout comedy “A Man on the Inside.”
Day, known for his roles in “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” “The Office,” and “Baskets,” recently told PEOPLE that he wanted to make a cameo appearance on the show — which stars his wife, Mary Elizabeth Ellis — and Schur immediately responded with enthusiasm.
“Who’s funnier in the world than Charlie Day? Why didn’t he tell me that? Why did he tell PEOPLE?” Schur quipped at PaleyFest 2025 in New York City, before adding, “Of course, I would love it. He’s amazing. He’s so funny. I’ve been a fan of his for a very long time. So yeah, consider it on the docket for a theoretical season 3.”
This revelation comes just weeks after Day hinted at his interest during a July interview with PEOPLE, where he admitted he was “keeping his fingers crossed” for a third season of the show — which stars Ellis as Emily, the daughter of widower Charles Nieuwendyk (played by Ted Danson).
Ellis and Day tied the knot in 2006 and welcomed their son Russell Wallace in 2011. Their marriage has become one of Hollywood’s most beloved family stories — especially since they’ve costarred together in “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” since 2005.
“I mean, it’s just the greatest thing,” Day said when asked about his wife’s performance on the show. “I, of course, adore my wife, and she’s a fantastic actor. Everyone knows her from Sunny and loves her on Sunny, but she’s been in all these great things, like Licorice Pizza, and she’s incredible in that.”
The second season of “A Man on the Inside,” which premiered November 20, follows Charles as he is assigned to help Wheeler College president Jack Berenger (Max Greenfield) crack a case — and must go undercover as a college professor.
Danson’s wife, actress Mary Steenburgen, also joined the cast as a music professor and Charles’ love interest — a role she described as “the greatest thing” after learning she’d be working alongside her husband.
“When they told me, there was a lot of screaming and jumping up and down,” Steenburgen said. “We were both dying because we were so excited to work together. It was great.”
While Schur hasn’t confirmed any plans for season three, his statement suggests he’s open to bringing Day back — especially given how much he admires the actor’s comedic timing and charm.
For fans, this development feels like a dream come true. After years of speculation and fan theories surrounding Day’s potential return, Schur’s public endorsement adds legitimacy to the rumor — and gives hope to anyone who believes this dynamic duo deserves another chance to shine together.
If Day does join the cast, it won’t just be a cameo — it’ll likely be a full-blown arc, given Schur’s admiration for him and his ability to elevate every scene he’s in.
And if you’re wondering why Schur waited until now to express his desire — it’s because Day’s recent comments made him realize he’d been missing out on one of the funniest actors alive.
As fans continue to speculate whether a third season will happen — and what role Day might play — one thing is clear: this could be the moment “A Man on the Inside” becomes something even more special — thanks to the magic of Charlie Day’s return.
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