‘Freaks and Geeks’ creator shares glimpse of 80s set on 25th anniversary

Freaks and Geeks turned 25!

On Wednesday, September 25, Paul Feig commemorated the 25th anniversary of the hit comedy-drama series that ran for just one season by sharing a heartfelt tribute on Instagram.

"Freaks and Geeks premiered 25 years ago today on @nbc. It was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life and changed everything for me," Feig, 63, reminisced about the debut of his iconic 80s-set high school series.

He expressed his gratitude to executive producer Judd Apatow, saying, "Eternally grateful to @juddapatow for taking a chance on my little spec script about growing up in Michigan and making it happen with @dreamworks."

"A huge thank you to our stellar cast, writers, directors, and crew for bringing it to life," he added before signing off with a heartfelt note. "I truly love you all."

The post featured a carousel of group photos showcasing the lead cast of Freaks and Geeks, along with exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpses from the 80s set.

The series, which aired from 1999 to 2000 on NBC, featured a talented array of actors, including Martin Starr, Samm Levine, and Seth Rogen.