Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin
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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Original network | HBO Max |
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Preceded by | Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists |
Related shows | Pretty Little Liars franchise |
Cast and characters
Main
- Chandler Kinney as Tabby
- Maia Reficco as Noa
- Bailee Madison as Imogen
- Zaria as Faran
- Malia Pyles as Minnie
- 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] Filming wrapped on May 2, 2022.[15]
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.
- Aguirre-Sacasa, Roberto [@writerras] (May 3, 2022). "Every small town has one. The creepy house at the end of the lane. Where the "weird" girl lives with her "crazy" family. In Millwood, this is that house. Where the Waters family once lived. Angela and her mother Rose. Until…something bad happened to Angela, and Rose…lost her mind, they said. What happened to Angela was unspeakable. But no one knows the real story. Not Angela's classmates back in 1999. And not the daughters of her classmates, currently students at Millwood High. Sometimes, it takes a liar to uncover the truth. And sometimes, it takes FIVE liars… Last night, the first season of "PLL: Original Sin" wrapped. This summer, the truth of what happened in this house will be revealed…#plloriginalsin 🏠🚀🧨🍿💄👠🌈🌪📹🔥💃🏽🎭☠️🅰️". Archived from the original on May 4, 2022. Retrieved May 4, 2022 – via Instagram.