Naomi

About Naomi

The TV series "Naomi" is an American superhero drama television series, based on the DC Comics character Naomi McDuffie. The series is produced by Ava DuVernay and Jill Blankenship, and it premiered on The CW on January 11, 2022. It primarily focuses on a teenage girl, Naomi, who discovers that she has superhuman abilities, and a different origin story than she ever thought possible.

Making / Production

Ava DuVernay and Jill Blankenship jointly developed the television series. The production process involved rigorous scripting, casting, and filming to capture the mesmerizing world of superheroes through the eyes of a young girl. The creators sought to stay true to the DC Comics while also creating a unique storyline.

Actors

• Kaci Walfall plays the role of Naomi McDuffie, a confident, comic book-loving teenager. Walfall’s portrayal of Naomi brings depth to the character’s personality and exploration of her new abilities.
• Alexander Wraith plays the character of Dee, an owner of a local tattoo parlor, whose knowledge of what’s happening in the town is far deeper than he lets on. Wraith’s compelling performance makes Dee a mysterious and intriguing character.
• Cranston Johnson reviews the role of Zumbado, the mysterious owner of an used car lot. Johnson plays the role perfectly, creating an air of mystery around his character.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series is based on the comic character Naomi, created by Brian Michael Bendis and David F. Walker, and illustrated by Jamal Campbell.
• Naomi is the first television series starring the character. The character was previously portrayed in comic books.

Quotes

• "It was a normal day, until it wasn't." - Naomi
• "Trust is built, not given." - Dee

Music, Soundtrack

• The series features a captivating soundtrack that compliments the storyline perfectly.
• The score of Naomi is composed by Laura Karpman.