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Riverdale |OT| Teen Peaks (or: Archie's Weirder Mysteries) - Thursday, 9/8c on The CW
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For a moment when I saw her reaction I thought the murderer was her and she had another disassociative episode
Grizzlyjin
Supersonic, idiotic, disconnecting, not respecting, who would really ever wanna go and top that
So did I! I'm sure Dark Betty will fuck something up in Season 2 though.
Betty was actually the MVP of this episode. Her reaction was great, she Nancy Drew-ed the crap out of the mystery, tried to save Cheryl, and have great facial expressions when she found out she was a Blossom.
Betty is the MVP of the show, I'd say. She's pretty much the main character.
Well, they're kids in the end.
It's true. It's not unrealistic or badly written but I did felt a disconnect with them. Not sure why.
I think their reactions can be attributed to their own families' involvement in the crime. Victoria felt relief as she thought her dad was the culprit, Jug felt relief as it was proof his father was not the murderer, etc.
Great episode with non-stop reveals. The identity of the murderer didn't rock my boots, but it made sense, and I can appreciate that. Stocked for next week's episode.
Betty is besty.
I've loved Archie characters my whole life, and so does my mum - so we get together and binge watch two episodes at a time. She doesn't follow 'new' Archie so I had to sell her on the first episode but she got hooked right away.
Twin Peaks starring Archie characters is like my dream show, I was hyped from the announcement.
But one other thing my mum loved was the Flowers in the Attic series, so when they started doing the rich family incest and murder shit (hell, Polly got drugged by food from her family even) it turned out they also made the show for her.
Bra-fucking-vo!
It's just a shame that I can't imagine the show will keep moving at this pace next season, but I have faith in these writers. I've liked every episode except the Sticky Maple one, and even that gave us Dark Betty.
Twin Peaks starring Archie characters is like my dream show, I was hyped from the announcement.
But one other thing my mum loved was the Flowers in the Attic series, so when they started doing the rich family incest and murder shit (hell, Polly got drugged by food from her family even) it turned out they also made the show for her.
Bra-fucking-vo!
It's just a shame that I can't imagine the show will keep moving at this pace next season, but I have faith in these writers. I've liked every episode except the Sticky Maple one, and even that gave us Dark Betty.
Dead Prince
Banned
your mom is dark.
EvilRedEye
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That was fantastic.
I actually couldn't watch it until now but a few hours ago I accidentally opened this thread and starting scrolling without realising what I was doing. I only saw 'Betty is the main character', thank god.
I actually couldn't watch it until now but a few hours ago I accidentally opened this thread and starting scrolling without realising what I was doing. I only saw 'Betty is the main character', thank god.
WadiumArcadium
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I'd been avoiding this thread until now too as I only just got round to watching it. What a great episode. Loved the gradual buildup of tension. The scene where the main characters watched the murder unfold and we're left guessing was really well done.
RecRoulette
Member
Something that doesn't get praised enough is the music in this show, from the performances of the cast to the other tracks they pick, it's been awesome.
The song from the end of the episode when the police show up to the Blossom residence (You Can Run by Adam Jones) is so great. Really helped nail that scene.
The song from the end of the episode when the police show up to the Blossom residence (You Can Run by Adam Jones) is so great. Really helped nail that scene.
Riverdale has been a great ride this year ... I've really enjoyed it. Looking forward to the finale. I will say, that when they said in the preview "something wicked this way comes" -- I was really hoping it was a harbinger to Sabrina and a supernatural element lol
Then again, thinking of Ray Bradbury's use, I wouldn't mind a dark carnival visiting Riverdale ... that would be pretty fascinating, tempting all the inhabitants.
But, even if there is no Sabrina or supernatural, I'm still in for next season.
Then again, thinking of Ray Bradbury's use, I wouldn't mind a dark carnival visiting Riverdale ... that would be pretty fascinating, tempting all the inhabitants.
But, even if there is no Sabrina or supernatural, I'm still in for next season.
shiftplusone
Member
I didn't have a real guess on who did it but Clifford makes sense
Also what the hell, man
Just took the ring, and then shot his son point blank in the damn head, no words at all. That's fucked up lol.
I bet he was glad FP called him to try and ransom Jason, made it easy for him
Also what the hell, man
Just took the ring, and then shot his son point blank in the damn head, no words at all. That's fucked up lol.
I bet he was glad FP called him to try and ransom Jason, made it easy for him
bob_arctor
Tough_Smooth
I've wanted a Sabrina reveal since day one, to be honest. I'm still holding out hope!
RecRoulette
Member
I expect the last shot of the season to be Cheryl and a not dead (undead?) Jason Blossom.
Edit: This week's musical performance (and screen time for Josie!)
Edit: This week's musical performance (and screen time for Josie!)
Nah, that wasn't much of an issue. Jason had qualms continuing his father's drug business however, something he couldn't forgive.
Aahh yah, that makes more sense.
I really liked this episodes and absolutely loves the show. Can't wait for next week's finale. Cheryl is growing on me too, Betty is the best, man all of them are just so huggable and lovely.
I don't think we are getting any supernatural stuff in this show, i feel like it would stray too far away from the show's "realistic" tone. I mean, i would love to see Sabrina but i don't see how she could be introduced without the magic stuff.
I am also betting Polly turns out to be doing some shady shit or she dies.
I am also betting Polly turns out to be doing some shady shit or she dies.
EvilRedEye
Member
As a British person I would like a plotline in Season 2 where Polly changes her name by deed poll to Paulie as that is all I hear whenever someone says her name.
Dead Prince
Banned
It's CW. It has to have it at this point
Yeah I learned about this in this thread at the start of the season and was completely caught off guard. Really surprised me too, so now I wanna see Sabrina in this show.
Season 2 is when the supernatural is introduced. Then Season 3 is the Flash Crossover.
RecRoulette
Member
lol, yep. That Sabrina is part of the Archie universe.
see i knew Veronica was still in the group
Archie Comics has their toe in everything
Like the answer to "Who was the 1st patriotic superhero in comics" may surprise you
cj_iwakura
Member
Either her or Sprouse. I am so hype for Sabrina if true.
Grizzlyjin
Supersonic, idiotic, disconnecting, not respecting, who would really ever wanna go and top that
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is that good, y'all. Pick it up if you haven't already. Afterlife with Archie is great too.
I mean, if we were just talking about Sabrina the Teenage Witch from the 90s *shrug* That's cute, but I don't think it would fit the tone at all. Chilling Adventures Sabrina though? Totally​ fits. Especially if they just hint at the supernatural in Riverdale and then go full hog on her spin-off
I mean, if we were just talking about Sabrina the Teenage Witch from the 90s *shrug* That's cute, but I don't think it would fit the tone at all. Chilling Adventures Sabrina though? Totally​ fits. Especially if they just hint at the supernatural in Riverdale and then go full hog on her spin-off
cj_iwakura
Member
"Guest Starring Melissa Joan-Hart".
Grizzlyjin
Supersonic, idiotic, disconnecting, not respecting, who would really ever wanna go and top that
She can be Aunt Zelda. Keeps the theme of sexy 90s stars playing sexy adults going strong. The milf & dilf quotas must stay high!
cj_iwakura
Member
From the tw:
Big Chungus
Member
just realized reggie has barely been in this show, he was a major character in the comics!
cj_iwakura
Member
He'll probably have a bigger role in S2, this was the All Blossom Drama season.
I'll give you 13 Reasons Why he wasn't in the show very often
He's been recast for next season.
RecRoulette
Member
Goddamn I'm going to be mad if this never happens.
Also, this is what FP was reading in his cell.
AlexMeloche
Member
^^^^
No way we don't have an appearance from Sabrina in the last episode.
No way we don't have an appearance from Sabrina in the last episode.
cj_iwakura
Member
Wow. stick a fork in that theory. It's happening.
Today I learned that Sabrina the teenage witch started as part of the archie comics. Wow.
Definitely agree though, I do not at all want them to go the supernatual route - that may very well kill my enjoyment for the show. They have built up quite a bit of trust though - everything so far has been great.
cj_iwakura
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I don't think we're going to go full psycho occult, she'll probably dabble in mysticism just enough to freak people out, but not enough that people can be sure she's legit.
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