Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin is an upcoming American teen drama mystery thriller television series developed by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and Lindsay Calhoon Bring for HBO Max. It is the fourth television series in the Pretty Little Liars franchise, and the first to be carried on a streaming television service.
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Based on | Pretty Little Liars by Sara Shepard |
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Network | HBO Max |
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Cast and characters
Main
- Chandler Kinney as Tabby Haworth
- Maia Reficco as Noa Olivar
- Bailee Madison as Imogen Adams
- Zaria as Faran Bryant
- Malia Pyles as Minnie Honrada
- Alex Aiono as Shawn
- Mallory Bechtel as Karen
- Eric Johnson as Sheriff Beasley
Recurring
- Carson Rowland as Chip
- Jordan Gonzalez as Ash
- Ben Cook as Henry
- Elias Kacavas as Greg
- Benton Greene as Zeke
- Lea Salonga as Elodie
- Sharon Leal as Sidney
- Carly Pope as Davie
- Elena Goode as Marjorie
- Zakiya Young as Corey
- Cristala Carter as Nurse Simmons
- Derek Klena as Wes
- Kate Jennings Grant as Madame Giry
- Robert Stanton as Marshall Clanton
- Jennifer Ferrin as Martha Beasley
- Lilla Crawford as Sandy
- Brian Altemus as Tyler
- Anthony Ordonez as Mr. Gardner
- Jeffrey Bean as Mr. Smithee
Episodes
No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
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1 | "Chapter One: Spirit Week"[1] | Lisa Soper | Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa & Lindsay Calhoon Bring | TBA |
Production
Development
On September 2, 2020, it was announced that a new Pretty Little Liars series was is in development at Warner Bros., with Riverdale creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa taking over as showrunner from I. Marlene King.[2] Original Sin will take place within the same continuity as the previous television series, but will follow new characters and storylines in a new setting.[3]
On September 24, 2020, HBO Max gave the series a direct-to-series order of 10-episodes and was named Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin, with Aguirre-Sacasa teaming up with Lindsay Calhoon Bring to develop the series.[4] Aguirre-Sacasa also executive produces the series alongside Leslie Morgenstein and Gina Girolamo. Production companies involved with the series are Muckle Man Productions, Alloy Entertainment, and Warner Bros. Television.[5]
Casting
In July 2021, Chandler Kinney, Maia Reficco, and Bailee Madison were cast on starring roles.[6][7] In August 2021, Zaria, Malia Pyles, Alex Aiono, Mallory Bechtel, and Eric Johnson joined the main cast.[8][9] In September 2021, Carson Rowland, Jordan Gonzalez, Ben Cook, Elias Kacavas, Benton Greene, Lea Salonga, Sharon Leal, Carly Pope, Elena Goode, and Zakiya Young were cast in recurring roles.[10][11] In November 2021, Cristala Carter, Derek Klena, Kate Jennings Grant, Robert Stanton, Jennifer Ferrin, Lilla Crawford, Brian Altemus, Anthony Ordonez, and Jeffrey Bean joined the cast in recurring capacities.[12]
Filming
The series was set to film at Upriver Studios in Saugerties, New York, in mid to late 2021.[13] Filming began on August 23, 2021, in Prison Alley, Hudson, New York, during the COVID-19 pandemic.[14]
References
- ^ Aguirre-Sacasa, Roberto [@writerras] (August 13, 2021). "In honor of Millwood's favorite night of the year, Friday the 13th, as well as the fact that #PLLOriginalSin starts shooting in 11 days (!), here's a peak at our first script cover page..." Archived from the original on March 9, 2022. Retrieved March 9, 2022 – via Instagram.
- ^ Goldberg, Lesley (September 2, 2020). "'Pretty Little Liars' Reboot in the Works From 'Riverdale' Boss (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on September 2, 2020. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie; Petski, Denise (September 24, 2020). "'Pretty Little Liars' Reboot From 'Riverdale' Creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa Gets Series Order At HBO Max – Watch The Teaser". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on September 24, 2020. Retrieved September 24, 2020.
- ^ Ausiello, Michael (September 24, 2020). "Pretty Little Liars: HBO Max Orders 'Horror-Tinged' Reboot — Watch Teaser". TVLine. Retrieved September 25, 2020.
- ^ "It's Not What You Think, B*tches… A New Generation of Pretty Little Liars is Coming to HBO Max". WarnerMedia. September 23, 2020. Retrieved September 25, 2020.
- ^ Petski, Denise (July 2, 2021). "'Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin': Chandler Kinney & Maia Reficco To Star In HBO Max Reboot". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 2, 2021.
- ^ Del Rosario, Alexandra (July 27, 2021). "'Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin' Sets Bailee Madison To Star In HBO Max Reboot". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 27, 2021.
- ^ Petski, Denise (August 18, 2021). "'Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin': Zaria & Malia Pyles To Star In HBO Max Reboot". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 18, 2021.
- ^ Del Rosario, Alexandra (August 31, 2021). "'Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin' Adds Alex Aiono, Mallory Bechtel & Eric Johnson As Series Regulars For HBO Max Reboot". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 31, 2021.
- ^ Del Rosario, Alexandra (September 1, 2021). "'Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin': Carson Rowland, Jordan Gonzalez Among 5 To Recur In HBO Max Reboot". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 1, 2021.
- ^ Del Rosario, Alexandra (September 27, 2021). "'Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin' Adds Lea Salonga, Sharon Leal & More As Recurring For HBO Max Reboot". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 27, 2021.
- ^ Petski, Denise (November 2, 2021). "'Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin' Adds Nine Recurring To Cast Of HBO Max Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 2, 2021.
- ^ Journal staff (July 8, 2021). "'Pretty Little Liars' reboot prepares for Hudson Valley filming as HBO activity continues". Poughkeepsie Journal. Retrieved August 10, 2021.
- ^ Raudins, Sam (August 23, 2021). "Filming on 'Liars' reboot begins in Hudson". HudsonValley360. Retrieved August 24, 2021.