The OA

About The OA

The OA is a TV show that premiered in 2016. It falls under the TV dramas genre and has gained a dedicated fan following due to its unique storyline and unconventional narrative style.

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- About - Making / Production - Actors - Trivia / Interesting Facts - Quotes - Music, Soundtrack

About

The OA follows the story of Prairie Johnson, a young woman who resurfaces after being missing for several years. She was blind when she disappeared, but when she returns, she can see. Prairie refuses to explain where she has been or how her sight was restored, leading to a mysterious and captivating narrative.

Making / Production

The OA was co-created by Brit Marling and Zal Batmanglij, who also served as executive producers and writers for the show. The series combines elements of science fiction, fantasy, and drama to create a unique viewing experience.

Actors

- Brit Marling as Prairie Johnson / The OA - Emory Cohen as Homer Roberts - Scott Wilson as Abel Johnson - Phyllis Smith as Betty Broderick-Allen

Trivia / Interesting Facts

- The series was shrouded in secrecy before its release, with the premise and plot details being kept under wraps. - Brit Marling, who plays the lead role, was also heavily involved in the creation and development of the show. - The OA received critical acclaim for its storytelling and performances.

Quotes

- "You want to know what to believe in? Believe in this." - The OA - "You said it yourself. You have five strong animals living inside you." - The OA - "We survived. No one else did." - Homer Roberts

Music, Soundtrack

- The OA features a mesmerizing soundtrack that complements the show's ethereal and mysterious tone. - Composers like Rostam Batmanglij and Danny Bensi contributed to the atmospheric music of the series.