Pretty Little Liars (2010)

About Pretty Little Liars

Pretty Little Liars is a popular American teen drama mystery thriller television series. It was created by I. Marlene King and based on the novel series of the same name written by Sara Shepard. Set in the fictional town of Rosewood, Pennsylvania, it follows a group of four high school girls whose lives are turned upside down after their best friend Alison DiLaurentis disappears. A year later, they start receiving mysterious messages from "A" who threatens to expose their darkest secrets.

Making / Production

The series was produced by ABC Family, which is now called Freeform. Pretty Little Liars was a commercial success and a fan favorite, captivating viewers with its mysterious plotline and compelling characters. It ran for seven seasons from 2010 to 2017.

Actors

• Lucy Hale: Played the role of Aria Montgomery, a sweet and endearing character with a creative side. Her performance was praised for its sincerity and depth.
• Ashley Benson: Represented Hanna Marin, the 'it-girl' turned shoplifter with a heart of gold. She excellently embodied the change in her character's persona.
• Troian Bellisario: Depicted Spencer Hastings, the intelligent and ambitious one of the group. Bellisario's portrayal of a high-strung perfectionist won her much acclaim.
• Shay Mitchell: Played Emily Fields, the stellar athlete with a complex love life. Mitchell's performance was lauded for its nuance and sensitivity.
• Sasha Pieterse: Played Alison DiLaurentis, the missing friend whose secrets unravel the mystery. Pieterse portrayed the manipulation and cunningness of her character flawlessly.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• All the main actresses have at least one music track associated with the show.
• The series has a total of 160 episodes across seven seasons.
• "A", who is the main antagonist of the show, stands for 'Anonymous'.

Awards

Pretty Little Liars has won numerous awards including Teen Choice Awards, People's Choice Awards, Young Hollywood Awards among others, particularly for its captivating storytelling and stellar acting performances.

Quotes

• "Never trust a pretty girl with an ugly secret."
• "You can't play cat and mouse if the mouse moves to Texas. I need you here, Em. Congrats!"
• "Friends share secrets. That's what keeps us close."

Music and Soundtrack

• "Secret" by The Pierces - The show's theme song.
• "A Pain That I'm Used To" by Depeche Mode - Used in several tense scenes.
• "Hands of Time" by Rachel Diggs - Played during moments of reflection for the girls.