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“High School” is a new eight-episode lesbian coming-of-age drama series based on the 2019 memoirs of the same name by musical duo Tegan and Sara Quin. The show follows twin sisters Tegan and Sara, played by Railey and Seazynn Gilliland, as they explore the twists and turns of life while also dealing with their own burgeoning sexuality. The show is a relatable, funny, and heartwarming show that is sure to resonate with viewers of all ages. Be sure to check it out when it drops on Amazon Freevee on October 14!
In recent years, there has been a resurgence of coming-of-age stories in both film and television. Whether it’s “Never Have I Ever,” “Reservation Dogs,” or “Love, Victor,” these stories have resonated with audiences because they offer a realistic and honest portrayal of the experience of growing up.
This fall, a brand new one is making its way to our screens! “High School” follows the lives of two teenage sisters as they navigate the path of self-discovery—a journey made even more complicated when you have a twin whose own struggle and self-discovery so closely mimics your own.
Told through a backdrop of ‘90s grunge and rave culture, the TV series weaves between parallel and discordant memories of twin sisters growing up down the hall from one another.
When the show starts, Tegan and Sara are in a turning point. With their mom Simone and her longtime boyfriend Patrick, they have settled into a brand-new house in Calgary - though they're still getting used to it. The move was no doubt a big change after living in their hometown for all these years! And as the school year, both sisters are each undergoing their own independent journey of self-discovery. While Sara has been secretly keeping a romantic relationship with her friend Phoebe out of everyone’s sight, Tegan begins to feel lonely as she watches her sister and their friend Phoebe become increasingly distant from her. She is forced to find friends elsewhere and finds solace in Maya, who develops a strong infatuation with Tegan but is unable to bring it up due to Tegan's obliviousness.
The trailer for the show that you can watch below gives a glimpse into the emotional and social challenges the two sisters will face during their time in high school.
Here’s the trailer for “High School”:
21-year-old twins Railey and Seazynn Gilliland are two of TikTok’s stars. Now, the Gillilands are taking their talents to the small screen, as they’ve been cast as the high school versions of Tegan and Sara in their television debut.
Cobie Smulders, who is best known for her role in “How I Met Your Mother,” will play the twins’ mother, Simone Bates.
Kyle Bornheimer, from “Marriage Story,” will play their father, Patrick Twiley.
The rest of the cast for the first season includes:
“High School” will premiere on October 14, 2022 in the United-States and in the UK, with the first four episodes of the show. Then, a new episode will be released every Friday.
You can watch the eight episodes on Amazon Freeve, a free premium streaming service that is accessible through your Prime Video subscription, your PS4 or 5, your TV, or through the app.
To watch the show, visit this one: amazon.com/High-School-Season-1.
The show is produced by Clea DuVall and Laura Kittrell, who both co-directed and co-scripted the episodes. The show is also produced by Tegan and Sara, and Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, and Carina Sposato of Plan B.
As of now, there has been no official announcement regarding the renewal of "High School" for a second season. However, we will keep you updated as soon as any information becomes available. So stay tuned to our page for all the latest updates on the show.
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