Revenge (2011) TV Series

About Revenge

"Revenge" is an American drama television series that aired on ABC from September 21, 2011, to May 10, 2015. The series, created by Mike Kelley, is inspired by Alexandre Dumas' 1844 novel "The Count of Monte Cristo." The narrative centers on a young woman named Emily Thorne who descends upon the opulent Hamptons, determined to exact justice on those who had wronged her father.

Making/Production

Produced by ABC Studios, "Revenge" was created by Mike Kelley. The pilot episode was directed by Phillip Noyce, and served to set the tone for the series. Filmed primarily in North Carolina and Los Angeles, the series is known for its cinematic aesthetic and compelling storytelling.

Actors

• Emily VanCamp portrayed Emily Thorne/Amanda Clarke. Her performance was praised for its complexity and intensity, delivering a character who was both sympathetic and ruthless in her quest for justice.
• Josh Bowman played Daniel Grayson, Emily's wealthy, playboy love interest who is unknowingly caught in her vengeful plot.
• Madeline Stowe was Victoria Grayson, the matriarch of the Grayson family and Emily's chief rival. Her portrayal of the icy, high society queen was widely acclaimed.
• Nick Wechsler acted as Jack Porter, Emily's childhood friend and one of the few innocents caught up in the drama.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• In a twist of fate, Emily VanCamp later married her on-screen love interest, Josh Bowman, in real life.
• The series' title, Revenge, is also the title of a movie from 1990 starring Kevin Costner, but there's no connection between the two.

Awards

"Revenge" was appreciated by both audience and critics alike. Notably, Madeline Stowe received a Golden Globe nomination in 2012 for her role as Victoria Grayson.

Quotes

• "When everything you love has been stolen from you, sometimes all you have left is Revenge."
• "In the end, everything we do is about protecting those we love."
• "Some think that we are all connected by a universal thread, a life force."

Music and Soundtrack

• "Revenge" Original Television Soundtrack – Released by Hollywood Records and Marvel Music.
• The haunting score for "Revenge" was composed by iZLER.