Shadowhunters

This article is about the television series. For the media franchise on which the television series is based, see The Shadowhunter Chronicles.
Shadowhunters
Also known as Shadowhunters: The Mortal Instruments
Genre Fantasy
Based on The Mortal Instruments
by Cassandra Clare
Developed by Ed Decter
Starring
Opening theme "This Is the Hunt" by Ruelle
Composer(s) Ben Decter
Country of origin United States
Original language(s) English
No. of seasons 1
No. of episodes 13 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producer(s)
Producer(s)
Location(s) Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Camera setup Single-camera
Running time 42 minutes
Production company(s)
Release
Original network Freeform
Picture format 16:9 HDTV
Audio format Dolby SR
Original release January 12, 2016 (2016-01-12) – present (present)
External links
Official website

Shadowhunters is an American fantasy television series based on The Mortal Instruments by Cassandra Clare, and developed for television by Ed Decter. It is the second adaptation of the novel series, after the 2013 film The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones, which like Shadowhunters was produced by Constantin Film. The show received a straight-to-series order on March 30, 2015, and premiered on January 12, 2016 on Freeform. In March 2016, it was announced that the series had been renewed for a second season of 20 episodes, which is set to premiere on January 2, 2017.

Synopsis

Further information: List of Shadowhunters episodes

Clary Fray has just enrolled at Brooklyn Academy of Arts. On her eighteenth birthday, she learns that she is a Shadowhunter, a human born with angelic blood who protect humans from demons. That night, Clary's mother, Jocelyn Fray, is abducted by a group of rogue Shadowhunters of "The Circle". Their leader is Jocelyn's husband, Valentine Morgenstern.

With her mother missing, Clary turns to Luke, a person she trusted, only to seemingly be betrayed. Clary joins up with a band of Shadowhunters to save her mother and discovers powers she never knew she possessed. Clary is thrown into the world of demon hunting with the mysterious, narcissistic, and attractive Shadowhunter, Jace, and also her loyal and geeky friend, Simon. Now living among fairies, warlocks, vampires, and werewolves, Clary begins a journey of self-discovery as she learns more about her past and what her future may hold.[1]

SeasonEpisodesOriginally aired
First airedLast aired
113January 12, 2016 (2016-01-12)April 5, 2016 (2016-04-05)
220[2]January 2, 2017 (2017-01-02)[3]TBA

Cast and characters

Main

Recurring

Production

Development

In 2010, Screen Gems announced that they were going into production on the film adaptation of City of Bones,[21] the first book in The Mortal Instruments series, with hopes of starting a successful film franchise. Production on a film adaptation of the second book, City of Ashes, was due to start in September 2013, but was delayed to 2014, and eventually cancelled, after the first film failed to recoup its budget.[22]

On October 12, 2014, at Mipcom, Constantin confirmed that The Mortal Instruments will return as a television series with Ed Decter as showrunner.[23] Constantin Film and TV head Martin Moszkowicz told The Hollywood Reporter that, "It actually makes sense to do [the novels] as a TV series. There was so much from the book that we had to leave out of the Mortal Instruments film. In the series we'll be able to go deeper and explore this world in greater detail and depth."[23][24] The producers hope to adapt the entire book series if the TV adaptation proves successful.[23] In February 2015, book series author Cassandra Clare announced via Twitter that the television series would be called Shadowhunters rather than The Mortal Instruments.[25] In March 2015, ABC Family picked up Shadowhunters straight-to-series.[26] The series was renewed for a second season in March 2016, consisting of 20 episodes, which is set to premiere on January 2, 2017.[27][28][29][30]

In August 2016, soon before filming on the second season was to begin, showrunner Ed Decter exited the series over "creative differences".[31] Todd Slavkin and Darren Swimmer, who were former showrunners on Smallville, were announced as Decter's replacements in August 2016.[32]

Casting

On Twitter, Cassandra Clare announced that she would not be part of casting decisions, and would not be expecting any of the original film cast to return. On April 20, 2015, ABC revealed Dominic Sherwood as the first member of the Shadowhunters cast.[5] On May 2, 2015, it was announced that Emeraude Toubia would be taking the role of Isabelle Lightwood and Alberto Rosende would be joining the cast as Simon Lewis.[6] On May 6, it was reported that Katherine McNamara landed the lead role of Clary Fray.[4] Two days later, on May 8, Matthew Daddario and Isaiah Mustafa were cast as Alec Lightwood and Luke Garroway, respectively.[7] Harry Shum, Jr. and Alan van Sprang later joined the cast as Magnus Bane and Valentine Morgenstern.[8] On May 18, it was announced that Maxim Roy would be playing Jocelyn Fray.[9]

On May 28, Jon Cor was announced to play Hodge Starkweather, a Shadowhunter and former member of the Circle.[10] David Castro was reported to be portraying vampire Raphael Santiago on June 4.[11] Shortly after, on June 9, Lisa Marcos announced she would be joining the cast as Captain Vargas, a new character created for the series by Ed Decter.[33] On June 12, producer McG's official Twitter account stated that Kaitlyn Leeb had been cast to play the vampire, Camille Belcourt.[13] On June 16, Jade Hassouné was reported to be portraying the faerie, Meliorn.[12] On August 8, Stephanie Bennett was cast as the new character Lydia Branwell, a rule-following Shadowhunter.[17]

On September 2, 2016, Alisha Wainwright was announced to play Maia Roberts in the second season.[20]

Filming

The series began filming in Toronto, Canada on May 25, 2015.[34] The fictional New York Police Department's 89 Precinct was filmed in the Science Wing at the University of Toronto Scarborough.[35]

Music

The series' musical score is composed by Ben Decter.[36] The opening theme song is "This Is The Hunt" performed by Ruelle, which was written for Shadowhunters by Maggie Eckford and Jeff Bowman.[37] Other Ruelle songs have featured in the series, including the introductory song "Monsters",[38] "Storm", and "War of Hearts".

Broadcast

The series premiered on January 12, 2016 in the U.S. on Freeform.[39] The second episode, "The Descent Into Hell Is Easy", was released online that same day, following the premiere of the first episode.[40] In December 2015, Netflix acquired global rights to Shadowhunters, excluding the U.S., making the series available as an original series a day after the U.S. premiere, with the first episode launching globally on January 13, and subsequent episodes released on a weekly basis.[41]

Reception

Critical response

Shadowhunters has received mixed responses from critics. Metacritic gives it a 45 out of 100 rating, based on 9 reviews, indicating "mixed or average reviews".[42] Rotten Tomatoes gives the series a 46% rating, based on 12 reviews, with an average rating of 5.6/10. The site's consensus states, "Shadowhunters boasts visual thrills and a potential-rich premise, but they're not enough to overcome the show's self-serious silliness and dull, convoluted plots."[43]

According to James Poniewozik of The New York Times, the series "has its assets, especially its popular source material. But it might become more fun if it learns to enjoy being the empowerment fantasy it really is."[44]

Accolades

Year Award Category Recipient Result
2016 Teen Choice Awards Choice TV: Breakout Show Shadowhunters Won[45]
Choice TV: Breakout Star Katherine McNamara Nominated[45]
Matthew Daddario Won[45]
MTV Fandom Awards Best New Fandom of the Year Shadowhunters Won[46]
Ship of the Year Malec Nominated[47]
People's Choice Awards Favorite Cable Sci-Fi/Fantasy TV Show Shadowhunters Nominated[48]

References

  1. ↑ Clark, Nolene (March 30, 2015). "'Mortal Instruments' TV series 'Shadowhunters' coming to ABC Family". Los Angeles Times.
  2. ↑ jasonlynch (April 7, 2016). "#Shadowhunters S2 order will be 20 episodes. (That show is getting a LOT of love at #FreeformUpfronts.)" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  3. ↑ Patten, Dominic (October 8, 2016). "'Shadowhunters' Reveals Season 2 Debut Date & 'Vampire Diaries' Star Directing – NY Comic-Con". Deadline. Retrieved October 11, 2016.
  4. 1 2 Ge, Linda (May 6, 2015). "Katherine McNamara Joins ABC Family's 'Shadowhunters' as Clary Fray (Exclusive)". TheWrap. Retrieved May 6, 2015.
  5. 1 2 Andreeva, Nellie (April 20, 2015). "'Shadowhunters' ABC Family Series Casts Dominic Sherwood As Jace". Deadline.com. Retrieved April 23, 2015.
  6. 1 2 3 Ge, Linda (May 1, 2015). "ABC Family's 'Shadowhunters' Adds Alberto Rosende and Emeraude Toubia". TheWrap. Retrieved May 1, 2015.
  7. 1 2 3 Swift, Andy (May 8, 2015). "'Shadowhunters' Casts Alec & Luke – Matthew Daddario & Isaiah Mustafa". TVLine. Retrieved May 9, 2015.
  8. 1 2 3 Swift, Andy (May 15, 2015). "Shadowhunters Recruits Reign and Glee Grads to Play Valentine and Magnus". TVLine. Retrieved May 15, 2015.
  9. 1 2 Swift, Andy (May 18, 2015). "Shadowhunters Adds Canadian Actress Maxim Roy as Clary's Mom Jocelyn". TVLine. Retrieved May 20, 2015.
  10. 1 2 Swift, Andy (May 28, 2015). "Shadowhunters Adds Being Human's Jon Cor as Hodge Starkweather". TVLine. Retrieved May 28, 2015.
  11. 1 2 Mitovich, Matt Webb (June 4, 2015). "Shadowhunters Finds Its Raphael". TVLine. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  12. 1 2 Ge, Linda (June 16, 2015). "ABC Family's 'Shadowhunters' Adds Jade Hassouné in Recurring Role". TheWrap. Retrieved March 15, 2016.
  13. 1 2 Swift, Andy (June 12, 2015). "Shadowhunters Casts Degrassi Actress as Vampire Leader Camille Belcourt". TVLine. Retrieved June 12, 2015.
  14. ↑ Veach, Angie (July 15, 2015). "Nicola Correia Damude Cast as Maryse Lightwood in ABC Family's SHADOWHUNTERS". Young Adult Hollywood. Retrieved July 15, 2015.
  15. 1 2 "New Lightwood Casting News!". Shadowhunters TV. August 8, 2015. Retrieved August 8, 2015.
  16. 1 2 "Simon Lewis' Family Portrait". Shadowhunters TV. March 1, 2016. Retrieved March 1, 2016.
  17. 1 2 Ge, Linda (August 8, 2015). "ABC Family's 'Shadowhunters' Casts Stephanie Bennett as Lydia Branwell (Exclusive)". TheWrap. Retrieved December 1, 2015.
  18. ↑ "BREAKING Casting News! The Inquisitor Has Arrived". Shadowhunters TV. September 4, 2015.
  19. ↑ Swift, Andy (February 16, 2016). "Shadowhunters' Maxim Roy Defends Jocelyn, Previews More Past Reveals". TVLine. Retrieved April 18, 2016.
  20. 1 2 Swift, Andy (2 September 2016). "Shadowhunters: Alisha Wainwright Cast as Werewolf Maia in Season 2". TVLine. Retrieved 17 October 2016.
  21. ↑ Bettinger, Brendan (October 4, 2010). "Screen Gems Positioning CITY OF BONES as the First Film in a MORTAL INSTRUMENTS Franchise". Collider.com. Retrieved May 12, 2015.
  22. ↑ Lincoln, Ross A. (January 9, 2016). "'Shadowhunters' Cast & Producers Pledge Faithfulness To Popular Novels – TCA". Deadline.com.
  23. 1 2 3 Barraclough, Leo (October 12, 2014). "Constantin to Produce TV Series Based on 'Mortal Instruments,' 'Resident Evil' Franchises". Variety. Archived from the original on October 15, 2014. Retrieved May 12, 2015.
  24. ↑ Roxborough, Scott (October 12, 2014). "MIPCOM: 'The Mortal Instruments' to Return as TV Series". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on October 15, 2014. Retrieved May 12, 2015.
  25. ↑ "Cassandra Clare Reveals THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS TV Series Name". TheFandom.net. February 22, 2015.
  26. ↑ Wagmeister, Elizabeth (March 30, 2015). "'The Mortal Instruments' Series: ABC Family Orders 'Shadowhunters'". Variety.
  27. ↑ Goldberg, Lesley (March 14, 2016). "'Shadowhunters' Renewed for Second Season at Freeform". The Hollywood Reporter.
  28. ↑ "'Shadowhunters Season 2! Freeform Picks Up Shadowhunters For A Second Season!'". Shadowhunters TV. March 14, 2016.
  29. ↑ "Shadowhunters - Season 2 - Upped to 20 Episodes". SpoilerTV. Retrieved April 8, 2016.
  30. ↑ Patten, Dominic (October 8, 2016). "'Shadowhunters' Reveals Season 2 Debut Date & 'Vampire Diaries' Star Directing – NY Comic-Con". Deadline. Retrieved October 11, 2016.
  31. ↑ Andreeva, Nellie (August 4, 2016). "'Shadowhunters' Showrunner Ed Decter Exits For Season 2 Of Freeform Series". Deadline.com. Retrieved August 5, 2016.
  32. ↑ Andreeva, Nellie (August 8, 2016). "'Shadowhunters': Todd Slavkin & Darren Swimmer Tapped As New Showrunners". Deadline.com. Retrieved August 8, 2016.
  33. ↑ Lisa Marcos [lisamarcos] (June 9, 2015). "Thank you @ABCFamily & @ShadowhuntersTV for letting me be apart of this team #CaptainVargas #Shadowhunters" (Tweet). Retrieved June 21, 2015 – via Twitter.
  34. ↑ "In Production in Toronto – As of August 7, 2015" (PDF). Toronto.ca. p. 3. Archived (PDF) from the original on September 18, 2015. Retrieved December 1, 2015.
  35. ↑ "Shadowhunters Filming Locations". MovieMaps. Retrieved February 8, 2016.
  36. ↑ "Ben Decter to Score ABC Family's 'Shadowhunters'". Film Music Reporter. July 15, 2015.
  37. ↑ ""This Is The Hunt" by Ruelle, written by Maggie Eckford and Jeff Bowman, is the epic opening title song for the new and highly anticipated show Shadowhunters on Freeform!". Razor & Tie on Facebook. January 14, 2016. Retrieved March 15, 2016.
  38. ↑ "The Music from Episode One Ruelle, Prototypes, Jess Penner". Shadowhunters TV. January 13, 2016. Retrieved February 10, 2016. Big opening of the series. The Shadowhunters looking for a demon – remember that? The song is called "Monsters" by Ruelle.
  39. ↑ Lowe, Kinsey (October 10, 2015). "Shadowhunters to debut January 12 on ABC Family/Freeform – Comic Con". Deadline.com. Retrieved October 10, 2015.
  40. ↑ "Watch Shadowhunters Episode Two Now In The Freeform App". Shadowhunters TV. January 12, 2016. Retrieved January 13, 2016.
  41. ↑ Jaafar, Ali (December 18, 2015). "Netflix Acquires Global Rights To 'Shadowhunters: Mortal Instruments', Will Bow Series In January Outside U.S.". Deadline.com. Retrieved December 18, 2015.
  42. ↑ Shadowhunters at Metacritic
  43. ↑ Shadowhunters at Rotten Tomatoes
  44. ↑ Poniewozik, James (January 11, 2016). "Review: 'Shadowhunters,' a Teenage Fantasyland Roamed by Demon Killers". The New York Times. Retrieved January 21, 2016.
  45. 1 2 3 "Teen Choice Awards 2016--Captain America: Civil War Leads Second Wave of Nominations". E! Online. June 9, 2016.
  46. ↑ "Game of Thrones, Hamilton among MTV Fandom Award Nominees". Entertainment Weekly. June 22, 2016.
  47. ↑ "MTV Fandom Awards 2016 Voting Begins!". Nerdophiles. July 11, 2016.
  48. ↑ "Shadowhunters Fandom We Need You To Go Vote In The People's Choice Awards!". shadowhunterstv. November 2, 2016.

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