American TV series or program
The Real Bros of Simi Valley is an American scripted television series based in Simi Valley, California. The satirical comedy both pays homage to and lampoons the culture of Southern California, and several stereotypes and tropes of unscripted reality shows, with hyperbolic emphasis on exaggerated dramatic elements, and canned infighting among the show's cast.
Jimmy Tatro and Christian A. Pierce co-created and executive produce the series and have written every episode. After directing season one with Michael J. Gallagher, Tatro directed every episode of seasons two and three. Tatro also stars alongside Nick Colletti, Tanner Petulla, and Cody Ko as the titular "Bros", with supporting cast members including Colleen Donovan, Peter Gilroy, Monette Moio, Monica Joy Shere, and Maddy Whitby.[1] The series follows the lives of four friends ten years after their high school graduation.[2]
The first season was released on YouTube and included four episodes.[3] The second season was released November 30, 2018 on Facebook Watch.[1] The third season was released on February 14, 2020. Other executive producers include Mike Rosenstein and Studio 71’s Dan Weinstein, Michael Schreiber, Adam Boorstin and Anjuli Hinds.[2] The show is a parody of Jersey Shore and The Real Housewives.[4] The series received a nomination at the 10th Shorty Awards for best web series.[5]
The Real Bros of Simi Valley: The Movie film was released on July 4, 2024 on The Roku Channel.[6]
Episodes
Series overview
Season 1 (2017)
Season 2 (2018–19)
Season 3 (2020)
Cast and characters
Main
- Jimmy Tatro as Xander Sanders
- Nick Colletti as Duncan Surf
- Cody Ko as Wade Sanders
- Tanner Petulla as Bryce Meyer
- Colleen Donovan as Molly McShay
- Peter Gilroy as Johnny Mendez
- Monette Moio as Tessa Yamamoto
- Monica Joy Sherer as Lexy
- Maddy Whitby as Dani (seasons 2–3)
Recurring
- Paul Thomas Arnold as Jeff Sanders
- Eric Walbridge as Brayson (seasons 1–2)
- Tennile Marie Goosic as Sam (season 1)
- Cara Santana as Andrea (season 2)
- Christine Cattell as Sandy Sanders (seasons 2–3)
- Christian A. Pierce as Aldis (seasons 2–3)
- Emmett and Wyatt Phillips as Hawk Sanders (season 2)
- Christopher McDonald as Cal Surf (seasons 2–3)
- Roman Galardi as Ethan (season 2)
- Lauren Elizabeth as Evonne (season 2)
- Pierson Fodé as Yonder (seasons 2–3)
- Oscar Miranda as Hector (season 2)
- Ego Nwodim as Brenda (season 2)
- Brandon Wardell as Brian (season 2)
- Kyle Herbert as Chris (season 2)
- Siddharth Dhananjay as Brinkman (season 2)
- Alice Lee as Chelsie (season 3)
- Hilty Bowen as Jenna (season 3)
- Brock O'Hurn as Keto (season 3)
- Victoria Justice as Courtney Ingles (season 3)
- Thomas Barbusca as a high schooler (season 3)
- Griffin Gluck as Aaron (season 3)
Guests
References
- ^ a b Moreau, Jordan (2019-01-24). "'Real Housewives' and SoCal Millennials Inspired 'The Real Bros of Simi Valley'". Variety. Retrieved 2019-08-21.
- ^ a b Pedersen, Erik (2018-11-14). "'American Vandal' Star Jimmy Tatro's 'The Real Bros Of Simi Valley' Lands At Facebook Watch". Deadline. Retrieved 2019-08-21.
- ^ "Jimmy Tatro's YouTube Series 'The Real Bros Of Simi Valley' Is Heading To Facebook Watch". TrendingAllDay.com. 2018-11-21. Retrieved 2019-08-21.
- ^ Veintimilla, Nick (2018-12-05). ""Real Bros of Simi Valley" season 2 continues shenanigans". The Rocky Mountain Collegian. Retrieved 2019-08-21.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Tiffany Haddish Among Nominees for 10th Annual SHORTY AWARDS; Full List Revealed!". Broadway World. 2018-01-16. Retrieved 2019-08-21.
- ^ "SURPRISE!!! The Real Bros Movie is NOW STREAMING on Roku! You might have to round up the squad, leave that 4th of July party early and head over to Roku city". Instagram.com. July 4, 2024. Retrieved July 11, 2024.
External links
- The Real Bros of Simi Valley at IMDb
- Los Angeles Times: The surprising wisdom of ‘The Real Bros of Simi Valley’
