Julie and the Phantoms (Netflix remake)

[justinate]

This is a remake of a Brazilian children's series of the same name, though I'm guessing the original did not have a gay Phantom: Alex, played by Owen Patrick Joyner. I'm only up to episode 3 so far but he has a meet-cute with another ghost, Willie (Booboo Stewart). And Charlie Gillespie provides major eye candy in sleeveless shirts throughout.

[kevvoi]

Interview with Owen Joyner:

www.newnownext.com/julie-and-the-phantoms-netflix-gay-ghost/09/2020/

[justinate]

Nice to see an interview where they don't badger the actor about his sexuality and (if he's straight) ask him what it's like to play a gay dude.

Here's another interview, courtesy of Digital Spy, with the show's creator Kenny Ortega (who was also behind High School Musical).
www.digitalspy.com/tv/ustv/a33978172/julie-and-the-phantoms-season-2-finale-twist-kenny-ortega/

I'm not sure I buy his answer to this question though.

Towards the end, Alex and Willie share a very emotional hug. Did you ever consider including a gay kiss in this scene?
What we wanted there was a moment of great connection, a deep bond. At that moment, I wanted them to take their time. I just wanted it to come from some place deep within. And the way that they grabbed hold of each other, I felt was as powerful as a kiss or anything else that I could have asked for.

[kevvoi]

Spoilers for if there is a second season:

tvline.com/2020/09/13/julie-and-the-phantoms-season-2-plans-finale-ending-explained/

[ferdavid]

I liked this Series, especially the music and of course Willie&Alex story. they are cute.... and I always liked Booboo Stewart.
I hope, the spoilers might be right and there will be a season 2, with a lot more Willie and Alex in it!!

[mrfixit477]

It sure is something that her mom had all their things

[dmagiclight]

I enjoyed the music It was A fun series to watch I hope it gets a a second season

[mrfixit477]

Julie and the Phantoms Stars Reveal Their Season 2 Wish List
www.tvguide.com/news/the-julie-and-the-phantoms-season-2-wish-list

[mrfixit477]

[mizuryuu]

I liked this show. In addition to more Willie/Alex, I really hope they will explore Reggie's backstory.

[kevvoi]

Review of the show:

www.denofgeek.com/tv/julie-and-the-phantoms-charmingly-cute-queer-romance/

[kevvoi]

Interview with Owen Joyner:

tvline.com/2020/09/19/julie-and-the-phantoms-alex-openly-gay-owen-joyner-interview/

[kevvoi]

Interview with the cast:

[kevvoi]

Interview with Kenny Ortega:

www.advocate.com/television/2020/9/25/kenny-ortega-cheyenne-jackson-julie-and-phantoms-gay-romance

[mizuryuu]

Skimmed it, wasn't too bad. The gay storyline is barely there though, so don't have too high of expectation. It is nice that the guy is openly gay and accepted by his friends. Hopefully they can explore him a bit more if they get a new season

[mrfixit477]

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[mrfixit477]

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[kevvoi]

Sadly netflix canceled it:

tvline.com/2021/12/18/julie-and-the-phantoms-cancelled-season-2-netflix-statement/

[mizuryuu]

That sucks, the show was surprisingly good and I was really hoping for more seasons to explore all the ghost boys.

[justinate]

The very long silence on its fate - it's been more than a year since it premiered - made this an expected outcome, but I still cannot comprehend what went wrong when it seemed to be incredibly popular?

[Yuan]

Sad news but kind of expected.

[mizuryuu]

Dec 18, 2021 20:24:32 GMT -5 justinate said:

The very long silence on its fate - it's been more than a year since it premiered - made this an expected outcome, but I still cannot comprehend what went wrong when it seemed to be incredibly popular?

My guess is it cost too much to make. The two numbers at the ghost club, the multiple musical performances, not to mention the cost for original songs. They all seem extensive and elaborate and couldn't have been cheap.