‘Riverdale’ episode 2 preview: Where will the Archie Comics adaptation go from here?
Tonight, “Riverdale” officially premiered on The CW, and it turned out to be every bit as crazy and twisted as we expected for it to be. Was it super-cheesy and soapy at times? Sure, but it’s basically the same show you were hoping that it would be — except a little bit darker in between the murder and all of the hookups that have been going on. We called it weeks ago Archie Comics meets “Gossip Girl,” and we still think that this is the case.
We’re not quite sure how it will fare in the ratings tomorrow, but as of right now, we certainly think that it’s got people talking on social media. (Yes, we have already seen people out there ‘shipping Betty and Veronica after that kiss.)
For the sake of this article, we want to do our best to tell you a think or two about what’s coming up next on the show, which will feature more rumors, the continuance of a murder investigation, and of course Josie and the Pussycats.
Synopsis – “As new details of Jason’s death begin to emerge, Archie (KJ Apa) pleads with Miss Grundy (guest star Sarah Habel) to come forward with what they heard at Sweetwater River. Betty (Lili Reinhart) makes an effort to mend her friendship with Archie but takes a different stance with Veronica (Camila Mendes), who is trying to make up for her actions. With rumors around her brother’s death running rampant, Cheryl (Madelaine Petsch) deals with the pressure in true Queen Bee fashion, while tensions boil over when Jughead (Cole Sprouse) stumbles upon a secret Archie was hoping to keep hidden. Finally, plans for the annual fall pep rally move forward with a performance by Josie (Ashleigh Murray) and the Pussycats and a special appearance by Mayor McCoy (guest star Robin Givens).”
Promo – This is more about the theme and the aura of the show than it is anything specific when it comes to the story. Also, it’s a reminder that critics seem to love the show.
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