3 Reasons "Cruel Summer" Should Be On Your Summer Binging List
Start writing a post
Entertainment

3 Reasons "Cruel Summer" Should Be On Your Summer Binging List

FreeForm's "Cruel Summer" is a great show to kick off your summer binging.

37
3 Reasons "Cruel Summer" Should Be On Your Summer Binging List

After an ad popped up on TikTok, I decided to give FreeForm's new show, "Cruel Summer" a chance. Normally I'd steer clear, but the preview intrigued me. Available on Hulu as well, "Cruel Summer" is a dark thriller that occurs over the summers of 1993, 1994, and 1995. The "it" girl, Kate, goes missing in a town in Texas she's found alive a year later. Jeanette goes from the typical nerdy invisible girl to miss popular, and by the summer of 95' the most despised girl in the country.

1. It keeps you intrigued.

It's a little early to give an in-depth analysis of the show, since only two episodes are out. Despite that, the first two episodes keep you on your toes. The show is constantly switching between the summers of 1993, 1994', and 1995. In just the first few episodes, so many questions are being positive and no clear answers are given. If the show maintains this momentum, the remainder of the season will be great to watch.

2. The cast is perfect.

I have to give credit where credit is due. Chiara Aurelia, who plays Jeanette does a fantastic job. Each year, Jeanette has a seemingly different personality, and she effortless goes from playing an innocent 15 year old to a broken and bitter 17 year old. Olivia Holt also flawlessly captures her character, Kate. These two aren't the only ones showing out early on, as the whole cast manages to keep the plot realistic and entertaining.

3. The plot is excellent.

This may be a given, but it's an interesting take on a somewhat typical thriller type of show. Instead of focusing on who actually kidnapped Katie, the show centers around Jeanette and Katie after Katie reveals that Jeanette saw her while she was being held captive and said nothing. I haven't really seen that avenue explored before. Not to mention, since the whole thing deals with the parents and the teenagers, it gives me Riverdale vibes at its peak, meaning season 1. The only thing I know for certain after the first two episodes is that I want to know what happened.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Featured

Impact Makers: Melanie Byrd

Find out how this TikTok star gets women excited about science!

2859
Impact Makers: Melanie Byrd

How it all began

Keep Reading... Show less
Featured

22 Songs To Use For Your Next GoPro Video

Play one of these songs in the background for the perfect vacation vibes.

309210
Pexels

We've all seen a Jay Alvarez travel video and wondered two things: How can I live that lifestyle and how does he choose which song to use for his videos?

Keep Reading... Show less
Featured

13 Roleplay Plots You Haven't Thought Of Yet

Stuck on ideas for a roleplay? Here you go!

413141
13 Roleplay Plots You Haven't Thought Of Yet
Pixabay

One thing that many creators know is that fun to have characters and different universes to work with but what's the point if you have nothing to do with them? Many people turn to roleplay as a fun way to use characters, whether they're original or from a fandom. It'd a fun escape for many people but what happens when you run out of ideas to do? It's a terrible spot to be in. So here are a few different role play plot ideas.

Keep Reading... Show less
Featured

Deep in the Heart of Texas

A Texan's responsibilities when introducing an out-of-stater to Texas culture.

3635

While in college, you are bound to be friends with at least one person who is not from Texas. Now Texas is a culture of its own, and it is up to you to help introduce them to some good ole Texas traditions during their time here. Show your friends that famous Southern hospitality!

Keep Reading... Show less
Featured

Marching Through March

Some appreciation for the month of March.

4050
Pexels

I love the entire year. Well, for the most part. I'm not a big fan of Winter, but even then, every month has something that's pretty great. November? Thanksgiving. December? Winter Holidays. January? New Year's. February? Valentine's and Single Awareness Day. May? Existential dread during finals. But for me, March has always been my favorite month of the year, and for good reason.

Keep Reading... Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments