Riverdale Gets an Early Renewal for Season 2 by The CW
Debi Moore
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While it’s not 100% horror, we’re totally on board with the murder mystery at the heart of “Riverdale”; and if you are also, you’ll be glad to hear that The CW has already renewed the show for a second season. Read on for the official word!
From the Press Release:
The CW Network has given an early renewal to its acclaimed freshman drama “RIVERDALE” for the 2017-18 season, it was announced today by Mark Pedowitz, President, The CW.
On a competitive Thursday night, “RIVERDALE” posts tremendous ratings gains on a delayed viewing basis, particularly with its young skewing audience, growing 78% in adults 18-34 and 85% in women 18-34 in Live+7 day ratings over Live+Same Day. In the few weeks since its premiere, the buzzy drama has quickly become one of The CW’s most streamed shows on the network’s digital platforms, including The CW app and CWTV.com.
Based on the characters from Archie Comics, “RIVERDALE” is from Warner Bros. Television and CBS Television Studios, in association with Berlanti Productions, with executive producers Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa (“Supergirl,” “Glee”), Greg Berlanti (“Arrow,” “The Flash,” “Supergirl,” “DC’s Legends of Tomorrow”), Sarah Schechter (“Arrow,” “The Flash,” “Supergirl,” “DC’s Legends of Tomorrow”), and Jon Goldwater (Archie Comics).
Up next is “Chapter Seven: In a Lonely Place,” airing Thursday, March 9th. Check out the trailer below.
“Riverdale” Episode 1.07 – “Chapter Seven: In a Lonely Place” (airs 3/9/17)
THE SEARCH IS ON — When a major piece of evidence is mysteriously destroyed, new rumors begin to swirl as to who was really behind Jason’s murder. Tensions build when Jughead’s (Cole Sprouse) father returns to the fray and it’s revealed that he and Fred (Luke Perry) have some unresolved issues between them.
Meanwhile, Veronica (Camila Mendes) takes matters into her own hands after her fight with Hermione (Marisol Nichols). Cheryl (Madelaine Petsch) approaches Betty (Lili Reinhart) with an unexpected proposal that leaves Betty torn. KJ Apa and Madchen Amick also star. Allison Anders directed the episode written by Aaron Allen.
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