Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

Dark, witchy drama with a feminist spin

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About Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

Released: 2018

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-14

Run time: 4 Seasons

Cast
Kiernan Shipka, Ross Lynch, Miranda Otto, Lucy Davis, Chance Perdomo, Michelle Gomez, Jaz Sinclair, Lachlan Watson, Gavin Leatherwood, Tati Gabrielle, Adeline Rudolph, Richard Coyle, Abigail Cowen, Luke Cook, Bronson Pinchot

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About

Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is a TV show based on the comic book series of the same name. It is a dark coming-of-age story that follows the teenage witch Sabrina Spellman as she navigates the dual worlds of mortal high school and her family's legacy in the occult. The show delves into witchcraft, supernatural powers, and the constant struggle between good and evil.

The story revolves around Sabrina, a half-witch, half-mortal who is torn between her life as a normal teenager and her destiny as a powerful witch. She is faced with difficult choices, as she tries to balance her friendships, love life, and her responsibilities to her coven and Satan himself.

Making / Production

The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina was developed by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and is produced by Warner Bros. Television. The show first premiered on Netflix on October 26, 2018. It is a dark reimagining of the Sabrina the Teenage Witch comics, focusing on the horror and supernatural elements of the story.

The series was praised for its visual style, which incorporates gothic aesthetics and a haunting atmosphere. The show features impressive set designs and visual effects, creating a visually stunning world for the characters to inhabit.

Chilling Adventures of Sabrina features a talented cast, including Kiernan Shipka as Sabrina Spellman, Ross Lynch as Harvey Kinkle, Lucy Davis as Hilda Spellman, and Miranda Otto as Zelda Spellman. The show has received critical acclaim for its casting choices and the performances of its actors.

Actors

  • Kiernan Shipka as Sabrina Spellman - Shipka perfectly captures the essence of Sabrina, portraying her as a determined and fierce character torn between her mortal and witch sides.
  • Ross Lynch as Harvey Kinkle - Lynch brings charm and vulnerability to the role of Harvey, Sabrina's love interest and mortal boyfriend.
  • Lucy Davis as Hilda Spellman - Davis shines as Hilda, Sabrina's nurturing and kind-hearted aunt who is always there to support her.
  • Miranda Otto as Zelda Spellman - Otto delivers a standout performance as Zelda, Sabrina's strict and ambitious aunt who is devoted to the Church of Night.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is a spin-off of the hit TV show Riverdale, as both shows share the same creator and are set in the same universe.
  • The show is based on the comic book series of the same name by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and Robert Hack.
  • Chilling Adventures of Sabrina has been praised for its feminist themes and its exploration of topics such as identity, sexuality, and power.
  • The show has a dark and mature tone, tackling themes of occultism, witchcraft, and the supernatural.

Awards

No awards have been won by the Chilling Adventures of Sabrina at the time of writing.

Quotes

  • "When you dance with the Devil, you wait for the song to stop." - Sabrina Spellman
  • "I can't just abandon a cat because it's not a cat cat. That's like... sideways-cat-ist." - Sabrina Spellman
  • "I'm not an evil person. But these are desperate times, and you know what they say about desperate times." - Zelda Spellman

Music

The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina features a haunting and atmospheric soundtrack that enhances the show's dark and supernatural themes. It includes a mix of original compositions and licensed songs that enhance the mood and atmosphere of each scene.

Soundtrack

  • "Sixteen Candles" by The Crests
  • "Dream A Little Dream Of Me" by The Mamas & The Papas
  • "Count Me In" by Rebelution
  • "You Don't Own Me" by Lesley Gore