Critical Consensus
The series has received uniformly positive reviews. No negative criticism has emerged yet. The public score is pending. It will appear in the coming days.
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The story follows a group of students at a Catholic school in 2004. Quinn Shephard created the show. The cast includes Kristina Bogic, Sara Boustany, and Geena Meszaros. Gabby Windey also stars.
Storyline
The plot begins on Halloween night. Dance captains Anya and Elise invite outsider Lisbeth and new member Grace to a ritual in an abandoned building. They joke about summoning the devil. The ritual takes an unexpected turn. The girls begin seeing prophetic visions. This triggers a mass hysteria across the school and local community.
Creator Insights
Quinn Shephard discussed her inspirations. She cited films like Carrie and Jennifer’s Body. She also mentioned Mean Girls. She noted her own teenage obsession with The Crucible and the Salem witch trials. She found it interesting to revisit this topic against the current political climate.
Critic Reviews
Critics praise the show’s sharp writing and execution. Clint Worthington highlighted the social dynamics and psychological collapse. Gabrielle Moss noted its raw, risky nature. Dani Kessel Odom called it a campy, fun mess with sapphic tension. Alexander Zalben described it as often funny and very queer. Priya Elan called it an excellent ride. Karina Adelgaard noted its exotic, dark, and sinister tone with dark humor.
Show Details
Release Date: November 11, 2026. Network: Netflix. Showrunners: Gina Gammell, Quinn Shephard. Directors: Quinn Shephard, Gina Gammell, Kevin Phillips. Writers: Quinn Shephard, Catherine Schetina, Julian Breece, Greta Heinemann, Lily Houghton. Cast: Kristina Bogic as Anya Butler; Geena Carling Meszaros as Lisbeth Anderson; Sara Boustany as Elise Zakaria; Jackson Kelly as Leo Anderson. Creator: Quinn Shephard.
