About That's So Raven

That's So Raven was a popular American sitcom that premiered in January 2003 on the Disney Channel. The show features a teenage girl named Raven Baxter ( played by Raven-Symoné) who possesses psychic abilities and tries to save herself from various situations by hiding the secret from her friends and family. The series is known for its comedic plotlines and unique blend of supernatural and teen sitcom genres.

Making / Production

The series was produced by Brookwell McNamara Entertainment and the de Passe Entertainment. The show's executive producers were Sean McNamara and David Brookwell. The show was filmed in Hollywood Center Studios in Hollywood, California.

Actors

• Raven-Symoné as Raven Baxter: An eccentric and offbeat teenager who has psychic abilities.
• Orlando Brown as Eddie Thomas: Raven's best friend who is always willing to help her navigate her visions and their outcomes.
• Anneliese van der Pol as Chelsea Daniels: Another close friend of Raven, Chelsea adds to the comedy of the series with her ditzy yet lovable personality.
• Kyle Massey as Cory Baxter: Raven's younger brother who often gets dragged into her antics.
• Rondell Sheridan as Victor Baxter:The father of Raven and Cory, Victor, adds a voice of reason within the Baxter family.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show is Disney Channel's first original multi-camera production.
• Raven originally did not have psychic abilities in the pilot episode.
• The series has spawned a spin-off titled "Cory in the House" and a sequel series titled "Raven's Home".

Awards

That's So Raven has received numerous awards and nominations. The show has won two Kids' Choice Awards and two Young Artist Awards. Raven-Symoné earned a NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Performance in a Youth/Children's Program for her performance as Raven Baxter.

Quotes

• "Ya nasty!" - Raven Baxter
• "I'm okay!" - Chelsea Daniels
• "It's not a job, it's an adventure." - Victor Baxter

Music, Soundtrack

• "That's So Raven" - Main Title Theme performed by Raven-Symoné
• "Future's So Bright, I Gotta Wear Shades" - Performed by Timbuk 3 (featured in an episode)
• "Supernatural" - Performed by Raven-Symoné (featured in "The Four Aces")