Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin
Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin

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Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin

2024
TV Show
Canceled
2 Seasons
English

Twenty years ago, a series of tragic events almost ripped the blue-collar town of Millwood apart. Now, in the present day, a group of disparate teen girls finds themselves tormented by an unknown Assailant and made to pay for the secret sin their parents committed two decades ago, as well as their own.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes86%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users77%
Director: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa & Lindsay CalhoonGenres: Horror, Mystery, Teen, Drama

Plot Summary

Twenty years after a tragic accident almost tore the town of Millwood apart, a new set of "Little Liars" finds themselves tormented by an unknown assailant, 'A'. This new generation of teenage girls must navigate a dark, coming-of-age journey filled with terrifying secrets, forbidden romances, and a deadly mystery. Unaware of the modern-day torment they are in, they must also confront the sins their parents committed twenty years ago. Their only goal is to survive.

Critical Reception

Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin has been met with generally positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. Reviewers have praised its darker tone, horror elements, and fresh take on the franchise, while acknowledging its connections to the original series. Audience reception has been strong, appreciating the blend of mystery and suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective horror elements and darker, more mature tone compared to previous installments.

  • Applauded for successfully rebooting the franchise with a new cast and a more suspenseful narrative.

  • Recognized for its engaging mysteries and character development, though some noted familiar plot devices.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciate the show's darker horror approach and engaging mystery. Many find the new characters compelling and the storyline suspenseful, though some viewers note similarities to the original series.

Fun Fact

The series utilizes the iconic "A" motif from the original "Pretty Little Liars" but gives it a more terrifying and menacing presence, incorporating elements of slasher horror films.

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My Review

TMDB Reviews

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This reboot has succeeded my expectations. It’s fun, it’s scary, it’s more diverse, they tackle some hard topics, and they still kept the best part from the original show… a beautiful showcasing of female friendships.