Peacock | Release Date: September 15, 2022
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Generally unfavorable reviews based on 145 Ratings
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TristenCroneSep 18, 2022
Loving the diversity of the characters while also keeping the spirit of who they were in the books. Also glad the showrunners are going with the more mature political themes from later books vs the high school drama from the early stages ofLoving the diversity of the characters while also keeping the spirit of who they were in the books. Also glad the showrunners are going with the more mature political themes from later books vs the high school drama from the early stages of the story. So far, very excited for this adaption Expand
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InesMirandSep 18, 2022
it's a good series and the actors are amazing! the couples especially romitri have great chemistry.
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zaffreyaelSep 19, 2022
Honesty, love this! I was nervous I wouldn't like it, because while I read the books and enjoyed them, I don't love them. At all. Parts were incredibly hard to slog through, I often wondered why I'm supposed to love and be invested in theHonesty, love this! I was nervous I wouldn't like it, because while I read the books and enjoyed them, I don't love them. At all. Parts were incredibly hard to slog through, I often wondered why I'm supposed to love and be invested in the characters. The whole thing works so much better on-screen, and Sisi Stringer made me fall absolutely in love with Rose in a way the books just didn't. She and the actors are just phenomenal, you can tell they're eating/sleeping/breathing their parts. If I could change one thing, it would be the kinda cheesy intro. But honestly that's just me! Expand
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RozaHSep 19, 2022
A série está incrível. Claro, ainda é uma série adolescente, mas apesar do começo um tanto corrido e atropelado, as coisas logo começam a entrar nos eixos e você se vê cada vez mais envolvido, esperando a próxima cena. Para quem leu osA série está incrível. Claro, ainda é uma série adolescente, mas apesar do começo um tanto corrido e atropelado, as coisas logo começam a entrar nos eixos e você se vê cada vez mais envolvido, esperando a próxima cena. Para quem leu os livros, sim!!!, a essência definitivamente está ali, ainda que a ordem dos acontecimentos não seja a mesma. Acho até instigante, uma vez que como espectador, você não sabe exatamente o que esperar. Expand
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ReeniecoleSep 19, 2022
I love the books that the show is based off of and this might even be better, they have queer representation, and several poc actors instead of whitewashing them like the movie. The changes they made are for the better and just help move theI love the books that the show is based off of and this might even be better, they have queer representation, and several poc actors instead of whitewashing them like the movie. The changes they made are for the better and just help move the story along. Expand
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nebohicalSep 19, 2022
Logra intrigarte, la química de los personajes es una maravilla y luego te pone en el deseo de tener ese tipo de amistad
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tihealbaSep 18, 2022
I had little expectations after the movie they made but I will say that this series has become my favorite.
The plans and the execution of the plot by the actors is absolutely incredible. Especially Sisi Stringer (Rose) plays an extraordinary
I had little expectations after the movie they made but I will say that this series has become my favorite.
The plans and the execution of the plot by the actors is absolutely incredible. Especially Sisi Stringer (Rose) plays an extraordinary role, there would be no one who could do it better.
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bellarkefSep 18, 2022
The tone and colours of the show are icredibly beautiful the plot is interesting and the acting is spot on the romance is beautifully made !
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Gemini98Sep 18, 2022
I binged the first four episodes today and I can't wait for more, the cast is impeccable and I hope it gets a second season.
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rae816Sep 19, 2022
I'm a huge fan of the books, and I'm really pleased with this show! It's not the exact same as the books, but the show captures the essence of the characters and their relationships, while updating the plot to make it more diverse and focusI'm a huge fan of the books, and I'm really pleased with this show! It's not the exact same as the books, but the show captures the essence of the characters and their relationships, while updating the plot to make it more diverse and focus on the endgame of the books (the political intrigue and cultural revolution) instead of the high school drama that the first few books focus on. The actors have great chemistry and really bring the characters to life, I love the costuming and aesthetics, and the new ways that this show is expanding the world building of the books. While some of the CGI is not great, that adds to the charm for me, it reminds me of the early 2000s vampire shows that I loved. I was really excited for this show and was not disappointed, excited to see what the rest of the season holds and hope that they get a chance for a second season/to complete the story of the books (maybe the spin off series as well!) Expand
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tiffaniallementSep 19, 2022
Despite the differences with the book I love the show! It really has the essence of the books and of the characters and the actors are amazing!
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NevenaaSep 19, 2022
They have nailed the adaptation from the book. It does deviate however it’s worth it and works better for the show adaptation. It’s the characters I love from the books with a slight twist. Go. Watch. Now!
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Katiex27Sep 19, 2022
Initially I was worried about how this would be done. But this adaptation is a perfect example of how you haven’t got to follow the books word for word. They have captured the essence of the characters and story brilliantly. The casting isInitially I was worried about how this would be done. But this adaptation is a perfect example of how you haven’t got to follow the books word for word. They have captured the essence of the characters and story brilliantly. The casting is excellent, the actors all have electric chemistry. It is nostalgic yet modernised. Im trying to get everyone to watch it. Expand
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CamramirezSep 19, 2022
If you’re looking for something fresh and with an interesting main plot, vampire academy it’s your show. A problematic society ruled by more than unjust laws and how it affects the vampire community. Amazing cast, and an incredible jobIf you’re looking for something fresh and with an interesting main plot, vampire academy it’s your show. A problematic society ruled by more than unjust laws and how it affects the vampire community. Amazing cast, and an incredible job portraying the characters of the book. Expand
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Emma-Sep 19, 2022
Amazing series! Kept me on the edge of my seat despite being a long time fan of the books!!
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kristenmh13Sep 19, 2022
If you love sci-fi, romance, action, and drama this is the show for you! This series is an incredible adaptation of the books- even with the few changes made I ended up enjoying the tv series more so far! The actors portray each of theirIf you love sci-fi, romance, action, and drama this is the show for you! This series is an incredible adaptation of the books- even with the few changes made I ended up enjoying the tv series more so far! The actors portray each of their characters so well and I cannot wait to see what else is in store for this season. I am so glad I got a peacock subscription so I could watch this! Expand
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vamploverSep 20, 2022
AMAZING!! I was blown away by the first 4 episodes of this show. I’m a die hard book fan, became a fan when I was 11 in 2014 when the movie came out, and I have been Obsessed with Vampire Academy and Richelle mead since then. The show followsAMAZING!! I was blown away by the first 4 episodes of this show. I’m a die hard book fan, became a fan when I was 11 in 2014 when the movie came out, and I have been Obsessed with Vampire Academy and Richelle mead since then. The show follows a different timeline than the books and I think that was a great choice because as a book fan I don’t know what’s going to happen next, but I can make theories and predictions based on the books and what we have so far, it’s exciting. The cast is INCREDIBLE, the acting is great, J August Richards is phenomenal as Victor Dashkov. You can FEEL Sisi stringers love for the books coming through the screen. I love the fact that while the show starts BEFORE book 1, we are getting fan favourite moments from all 6 books. It works great on screen. The sets look amazing, I love the regality and elegance of the Moroi dorms and the difference between that and the industrial modern style Dhampir living quarters. It works so well, I can SEE the books come to life on screen even if it’s not the EXACT same story and plot. Julie Plec and the rest of the team did a great job bringing these books to life in a way that’s new and fresh and unexpected but feels so nostalgic and true to the stories that Richelle wanted to tell. Richelle mead herself likes the show, that’s promising. It’s 10000x better than the movie. We need multiple seasons!! The only criticisms I have are that I don’t love some of the cgi effects, the glowing eyes, the golden compulsion and the psi hounds. I also don’t love the feeders, it seems overly sexual for breakfast time, the clinical setting in the movie was more my style. But overall, the actors are great, the writing isn’t bad, the sets are amazing, the costumes are incredible, and I’m getting to see stuff I wanted to from the books played out on screen. I’m a fan, I love it. It’s only season 1, small things can be changed and fixed for later seasons, I’ve decided I’m going to LOVE this show with all my heart and defend it against all the haters❤️ Expand
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tekiniSep 20, 2022
Do yourself a favor and watch this show. The world building and characters are amazing
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AmyertSep 20, 2022
Love everything about it and need the next episode now
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whatsabexSep 19, 2022
The actors were all perfectly chosen, got the characters down to the tea and the chemistry is through the roof.
The story might be different from the books but it isn't an issue since it makes the book readers to be on the edge of their
The actors were all perfectly chosen, got the characters down to the tea and the chemistry is through the roof.
The story might be different from the books but it isn't an issue since it makes the book readers to be on the edge of their seats. Totally would recommend to both the book fans and casual watchers
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raedient25Sep 26, 2022
While this is not exactly the same as the books of the same name, it is an incredibly entertaining and fun vampire series. There's no shortage of genres, including action, romance, fantasy, and political intrigue, all held together by aWhile this is not exactly the same as the books of the same name, it is an incredibly entertaining and fun vampire series. There's no shortage of genres, including action, romance, fantasy, and political intrigue, all held together by a wonderful and compelling cast. Highly recommend it so far. Expand
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itsjotaOct 6, 2022
A series with very interesting complicated characters, gorgeous sets and intriguing plot. Exactly what you'd expect from Julie Plec.
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JMcG7Sep 24, 2022
I can't seem to wrap my head around some of this professional reviews. Sure there may be terms you don't know right away, but if you're expecting everything to be explained to you on a single episode then it makes me wonder how shows like GoTI can't seem to wrap my head around some of this professional reviews. Sure there may be terms you don't know right away, but if you're expecting everything to be explained to you on a single episode then it makes me wonder how shows like GoT ever got the near 100% reviews it did!? The show is engaging and fun, follows a very similar storyline from the movie, but takes things to another level. I really hope the network listens to the people and not the so called "professionals" Expand
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eniladSep 25, 2022
I read the books as a teen and the show brings that universe to life in his own way, you can really see those thing in the screen. It's amazing
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EnchantOct 29, 2022
Way better then movie but if u have read books please be prepared they had be reworked some key storylines to be placed at different times but overall I hope they bring out second season
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AngecgNov 2, 2022
Best adaptation of any vampire series I have seen. Fantastic show. Needs to be renewed asap
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