Wingin' It
Wingin' It is a Canadian teen sitcom airing on Family. The series was produced by Temple Street Productions in association with Family. It stars Demetrius Joyette and Dylan Everett. This show included guest-stars from other Family Channel shows such as The Latest Buzz. The show began airing on Disney XD Canada on June 1, 2011. Family announced that the series was renewed for a third season on June 13, 2011. The third season has aired in the United Kingdom and started airing in Canada on March 3, 2013 with new episodes every Sunday. All the episodes have already been broadcast in the UK on CBBC. Since March 1, 2013, Wingin' It has been airing with new episodes from Season 1 onward Mondays-Fridays at 7PM. It is also currently being broadcast by TVB Pearl in Hong Kong, airing Mondays-Fridays at 5PM. Family announced that the series is not planned for a fourth season.
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Plot Summary
The series follows Alex, a normal teenager who is suddenly transferred to a heavenly academy after his angel guardian, Brittany, makes a mistake. Alex must now navigate this new school environment while trying to keep his identity a secret from his friends and family who believe he's attending a boarding school. He also has to deal with the challenges of learning to be a good person with the help of Brittany, all while avoiding the attention of a suspicious headmaster.
Critical Reception
Wingin' It was a Disney Channel original series that aimed for a young audience, focusing on lighthearted comedy and relatable teenage themes. While it garnered a decent viewership among its target demographic, it received mixed to average reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable storylines and reliance on common sitcom tropes. Audience reception was generally positive among younger viewers who appreciated the humor and character dynamics.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its lighthearted humor and positive messages.
- Criticized for predictable plotlines and unoriginal comedic situations.
- Appealed to its target demographic with relatable teen scenarios.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews and their sentiment is not readily available for this series.
Fun Fact
The series was based on the book series 'Wendy of the Wild Ways' by D.J. MacHale.
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