Freeridge – Picture: Netflix
Netflix is ready to launch a brand new spinoff to the hit teen collection, On My Block which got here to an finish in October 2021. We’ve obtained all the small print in regards to the new collection thus far, plus some extra insights into the characters that may characteristic in Freeridge.
On My Block has been one of many shining examples of Netflix’s comedy lineup in recent times. The present debuted on Netflix in March 2018 and is now headed into its fourth and remaining season on Netflix.
But forward of the ultimate season, Netflix has introduced that whereas the flagship collection is ending, we can be returning to the fictional LA city of Freeridge once more with the brand new spin-off.
On My Block – Picture: Netflix
Here’s a little bit logline that provides a tease as to what we will anticipate from the spinoff:
“The stories of Freeridge continue in this ON MY BLOCK spinoff following a new crew of friends who may or may not have unleashed a deadly curse kicking off an unforgettable adventure.”
When will Freeridge launch on Netflix?
In December 2022, Netflix introduced that all eight episodes of Freeridge Season 1 will drop on February 2nd, 2023.
Freeridge. (L to R) Keyla Monterroso Mejia as Gloria, Ciara Riley Wilson as Demi, Tenzing Trainor as Cameron, Bryana Salaz as Ines in episode 101 of Freeridge. Cr. Kevin Estrada © 2022
Freeridge. (L to R) Paula Garces as Geny, Eric Neil Gutierrez as Ruben Sr. in episode 104 of Freeridge. Cr. Kevin Estrada © 2022
Freeridge. (L to R) Keyla Monterroso Mejia as Gloria, Bryana Salaz as Ines, Tenzing Trainor as Cameron, Ciara Riley Wilson as Demi in episode 101 of Freeridge. Cr. Kevin Estrada © 2022
Freeridge. (L to R) Bryana Salaz as Ines, Keyla Monterroso Mejia as Gloria in episode 101 of Freeridge. Cr. Kevin Estrada © 2022
Freeridge. (L to R) Tenzing Trainor as Cameron, Zaire Adams as Andre, Ciara Riley Wilson as Demi in episode 101 of Freeridge. Cr. Kevin Estrada © 2022
Freeridge. (L to R) Michael Solomon as Rusty, JR Villarreal as Tonio in episode 103 of Freeridge. Cr. Kevin Estrada © 2022
Who’s concerned in Freeridge?
The whole crew is returning to supply the brand new On My Block spin-off.
Serving as govt producers and co-creators are Lauren Lungerich (who signed a coveted general cope with Netflix final 12 months) and Jamie Dooner. Both of whom are presently laborious at work on their subsequent Netlfix venture Boo, Bitch headlined by Lana Condor. Dooner labored on the pilot episode of the present.
The core showrunning crew (who even have co-creator and govt producer credit) are Jamie Uyeshiro, Eddie Gonzalez, and Jeremy Haft.
The three put out an announcement alongside the announcement from Netflix saying:
“Some of the greatest comments we’ve heard about ON MY BLOCK were from fans telling us that they felt seen and represented. As we embark on FREERIDGE, a more female driven show, we will continue to invest in authentic characters that represent our passionate audience… Oh, and there may be gnomies.”
Showrunners for On My Block spin-off Freeridge
Eddie on Twitter thanked the followers of On My Block for getting them a spin-off saying:
“This doesn’t happen without the support of our amazing On My Block fans. We love you!!! And thank you Netflix for continuing to give us a platform to tell our stories!!!”
What characters will characteristic in Freeridge on Netflix?
As a part of Netflix’s announcement, they introduced that 4 new forged members will headline the brand new spin-off.
Although their names could have modified, listed below are the 4 foremost characters we’re anticipating to see featured in Freeridge.
- Cameron would be the lead of the brand new collection who’s a BIPOC who hasn’t dated any ladies as a result of he’s scared of them. He does, nevertheless, date many boys. He’s been raised by his co-dependent divorced dad and mom who nonetheless discuss.
- Demi is described as an Asian common character who’s described as a second-generation Asian-American who’s an optimist and a social employee. Demi is a hard-core romantic however can’t discover anybody to match her ranges of power.
- Gloria is a Latino/Hispanic character who’s described because the “secret glue of the crew” and a extremely pushed particular person.
- Ines can be a member of the Latino / Hispanic group and is Gloria’s little sister however tremendous sensible on condition that she obtained to skip a grade in school.
On October eighth, Netflix introduced the 4 foremost forged members (unclear how they match as much as these above – we’ll replace as soon as we all know!)
- Bryana Salaz (as seen in Netflix’s Malibu Rescue and Team Kaylie)
- Keyla Monterroso Mejia (as seen in Launchpad and The 90 Day Plan)
- Ciara Riley Wilson (as seen in L.A.’s Finest and Kim Possible)
- Shiv Pai (as seen in Uncut Gems & Iron Fist)
Cast for Netflix’s Freeridge
Since October 2021, we’ve obtained phrase that:
- Zaire Adams (featured in Netflix’s Senior Year) will play Andrew
- Zuleyka Silver (identified for 9-1-1) will play Valeria
It’s unclear whether or not any of the unique forged will seem in any cameos.
How many episodes are there in Freeridge?
There are eight episodes within the collection with every various between 24 and 27 minutes.
Here’s a breakdown of the episode titles for season 1:
- Episode 101 – The Box
- Episode 102 – Cake
- Episode 103 – Cinnamon
- Episode 104 – Dead Mom
- Episode 105 – Edward Claw Hands
- Episode 106 – Revenge
- Episode 107 – Karmic Coincidence
- Episode 108 – Thanksgiving
Where is Freeridge in manufacturing? When did Freeridge movie?
This is the place issues get difficult, once we first obtained phrase of the present it was dubbed as a “planted spin-off” that means that filming doubtless befell on a pilot episode with the view to presumably air it inside season 4 of On My Block. That didn’t come to cross, nevertheless, however we did get the image from a set (as seen on the high of this text).
All American: Homecoming obtained a planted spin-off in season 3 of the collection which has now been greenlit right into a full-fledged collection.
Filming for Netflix’s Freeridge befell between May ninth by July fifth, 2022. It was naturally, like On My Block, filmed in Los Angeles, California.
Eddie Gonzalez who serves as author and co-creator of Freeridge posted some footage on the remaining day of the shoot saying:
“After 3 months and 237 journeys to artful, that’s a manufacturing wrap on Season 1 of Freeridge. It’s a superb one.
Special thanks to Lauren, Dooner, Eddie, and Jeremy for altering my life 3 years in the past and letting me be part of this journey. And a particular shoutout to @jamieuyeshiro, it was superior seeing you shine!
hasta luego”
Picture: Eddie Gonzalez / Instagram
Picture: Eddie Gonzalez / Instagram
Picture: Eddie Gonzalez / Instagram
You can queue up the collection to your Netflix record proper now so that you get notified of when the collection releases utilizing this hyperlink.