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The cast and executives behind The CW’s upcoming series Riverdale took to the stage during the annual Television Critics Association’s winter press tour to spill secrets on the upcoming drama. Couldn’t be there? We’ve got a rundown of all the news you might have missed.
Riverdale Was Originally A Film
Showrunner Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa revealed that his take on Archie was originally going to be a film, inspired by the film Perks of Being a Wallflower.
.@WriterRAS says #Riverdale was originally thought of as @ArchieComics movie, a la Perks of Being a Wallflower. #TCA17
— Damian Holbrook (@damianholbrook) January 8, 2017
An Archie Time-Travel Series Was Considered
Before settling on the murder-mystery angle of Riverdale, an Archie time-travel series was pitched.
Time travel and portals were all pitched for #Riverdale. #TCA17
— Danette Chavez (@BonMotVivant) January 8, 2017
Louis CK as Archie? It Could’ve Happened
At one point in time, comedian Louis CK was pitched for the role of Archie.
Early pitches for an Archie show? Time travel, portals, and "Louis CK as Archie." FOR REAL. #TCA17
— Decider (@decider) January 8, 2017
Blue Velvet Inspired Riverdale
David Lynch’s neo-noir mystery film Blue Velvet is a partial influence on the Riverdale universe.
https://twitter.com/jowrotethis/status/818155354244530176
Alice Cooper is Inspired by Carrie’s Mom
Madchen Amick’s crazy turn as Betty’s mom Alice Cooper was inspired by Mrs. White from the classic horror film Carrie.
"Definitely, Mrs. White from Carrie is one of my touchstones" – @WriterRAS on the batsh*t crazy Alice Cooper #TCA17 #Riverdale
— KSiteTV (@KSiteTV) January 8, 2017
An Archie Musical is Coming…
The Archie reign won’t let up anytime soon. Will Ferrell and Adam McKay are currently working on a musical adaptation of the Archie universe.
Will Ferrell and Adam McKay are — apparently — writing an "Archie" Broadway musical at the moment. #TCA17
— Jarett Wieselman (@JarettSays) January 8, 2017
Kevin Keller Gets a Love Interest
Kevin Keller’s portrayer Casey Cott let slip that his character will be getting a romance beginning with episode 4 of the series.
Casey Cott plays Kevin. Says Kevin has his hands in everything that's going on. "He has a romantic relationship in ep 4." #Riverdale #TCA17
— Diane Gordon (@thesurfreport) January 8, 2017
A Sabrina Spinoff in the Works?
Aguirre-Sacasa teased that, should Riverdale be a success for the network, a Rosemary’s Baby-inspired Sabrina the Teenage Witch spinoff could happen. The character is set to appear on Riverdale at some point in the future.
https://twitter.com/jowrotethis/status/818158669762154496
Sugar, Sugar Gets a Modern Twist
The Archies’ classic song ‘Sugar, Sugar’ will instead be performed by Josie and the Pussycats in episode 2.
Josie and the Pussycats perform "Sugar, Sugar" in #Riverdale Episode 2. Since Archie's band isn't formed yet, that's when it fit in. #TCA17
— KSiteTV (@KSiteTV) January 8, 2017
Get ready to journey to Riverdale when it premieres Thursday, January 26th at 9pm on The CW.
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