One Day at a Time

About One Day at a Time

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

About

One Day at a Time is a heartwarming and groundbreaking LGBTQ TV show that premiered in 2017. The series follows the Cuban-American Alvarez family living in Los Angeles. The show explores various themes such as family dynamics, mental health, LGBTQ issues, and social justice, all with a perfect blend of humor and heartfelt moments.

Making / Production

The show was developed by Gloria Calderón Kellett and Mike Royce, inspired by the original series of the same name from the 1970s and 80s. It was praised for its diverse and inclusive storytelling, tackling relevant social issues with sensitivity and humor.

Actors

• Rita Moreno - Penelope Alvarez, the matriarch and former Army nurse
• Justina Machado - Penelope's daughter and single mom, a nurse
• Isabella Gomez - Elena, Penelope's queer teenage daughter
• Marcel Ruiz - Alex, Penelope's son

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show's concise and witty opening credits quickly became a fan favorite.
• One Day at a Time featured an episode shot entirely in animated form to explore the characters' dream sequences.

Awards

The show received critical acclaim and multiple award nominations for its performances and writing.

Quotes

• "Just when I knew who I was, some white chick comes along and steals it." - Elena Alvarez
• "There is nobody on this planet who knows you better than me. I am your friend. I am your ally." - Lydia Riera

Music, Soundtrack

• The show's theme song, "This Is It," was a modern twist on the original series' theme.
• The series featured a mix of contemporary and classic songs that perfectly complemented its emotional moments.