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Family Reunion (TV series)

Family Reunion is an American sitcom created by Meg DeLoatch that was released via streaming on Netflix on July 10, 2019.[1] In September 2019, the series was renewed for a second season which premiered on April 5, 2021.[2] Part 4 was released on August 26, 2021.[3] In October 2021, the series was renewed for a third and final season, Part 5, which premiered on October 27, 2022.[4][5]

Premise

A family of six from Seattle, Washington, visit Columbus, Georgia, to attend a family reunion. They decide to relocate there to be closer to their family.[6]

Cast and characters

Main

Recurring

Guest stars

Episodes

Series overview

Season 1 (2019–20)

Season 2 (2021)

Season 3 (2022)

Production

Development

On October 17, 2018, it was announced that Netflix had given the production a straight-to-series order for a first season consisting of twenty episodes. The series was created by Meg DeLoatch who was also expected to executive produce. Production began in Los Angeles.[6][7] The first part was released on July 10, 2019.[1] On September 17, 2019, Netflix renewed the series for a second season consisting of sixteen episodes. It was also announced that there will be a holiday special that was released on December 9, 2019, and the nine extra season 1 episodes were released on January 20, 2020.[8][9] The second season premiered on April 5, 2021.[2] Part 4 was released on August 26, 2021.[3] On October 18, 2021, Netflix renewed the series for a 10-episode third and final season.[4] The third season premiered on October 27, 2022.[5]

Casting

Alongside the initial series announcement, it was reported that Tia Mowry, Loretta Devine, Anthony Alabi, Talia Jackson, Isaiah Russell-Bailey, Cameron J. Wright, and Jordyn James had been cast in series regular roles.[6][7]

Reception

Critical response

The review aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes reported a 67% approval rating for the series, based on 6 reviews, with an average rating of 5/10.[10]

Awards and Nominations

The series received numerous awards and nominations, it won NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Children's Program in 2020, 2021 and 2022.[11] As well as an Art Directors Guild Award for Excellence in Production Design for a Multi-Camera Series in 2022 and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Cinematography for a Multi-Camera Series in 2020.

References

  1. ^ a b Ramos, Dino-Ray (June 14, 2019). "Meg DeLoatch Assembles All-Black Writers Room For Netflix's 'Family Reunion' Starring Tia Mowry And Loretta Devine". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on June 12, 2019. Retrieved June 12, 2019.
  2. ^ a b Mauch, Ally (March 8, 2021). "Family Reunion Will Feature 3 Real Housewives Guest Stars in the New Season — Watch the Trailer!". People. Archived from the original on March 8, 2021. Retrieved March 8, 2021.
  3. ^ a b Bosselman, Haley; Shanfeld, Ethan (July 19, 2021). "Starz Releases Trailer for Wrestling Drama 'Heels' (TV News Roundup)". Variety. Archived from the original on July 19, 2021. Retrieved July 19, 2021.
  4. ^ a b Andreeva, Nellie (October 18, 2021). "'Family Reunion" Renewed For Third & Final Season By Netflix With New Showrunners". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on October 18, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  5. ^ a b Bjornson, Greta (September 21, 2022). "New on Netflix October 2022". Decider. Archived from the original on September 21, 2022. Retrieved September 21, 2022.
  6. ^ a b c Andreeva, Nellie (October 17, 2018). "Tia Mowry & Loretta Devine Star In 'Family Reunion' Comedy Series Ordered By Netflix". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on October 17, 2018. Retrieved October 17, 2018.
  7. ^ a b Goldberg, Lesley (October 17, 2018). "Tia Mowry, Loretta Devine to Star in Netflix Comedy 'Family Reunion'". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on October 17, 2018. Retrieved October 17, 2018.
  8. ^ Bennett, Anita (September 17, 2019). "Netflix Renews 'Family Reunion' For Second Season". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on October 6, 2019. Retrieved October 3, 2019.
  9. ^ Mallenbaum, Carly (December 11, 2019). "Netflix's January 2020 list: New seasons of 'Grace and Frankie,' 'Sabrina'". USA Today. Archived from the original on January 18, 2020. Retrieved December 13, 2019.
  10. ^ "Family Reunion: Part 1 (2019)". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Archived from the original on June 21, 2021. Retrieved September 12, 2019.
  11. ^ Hipes, Patrick; Ramos, Dino-Ray (March 27, 2021). "NAACP Image Awards Winners: 'Bad Boys For Life' Best Picture, D-Nice Entertainer Of The Year; Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman Top Movie Acting Honors – Full List Of Winners". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on March 27, 2021. Retrieved August 26, 2021.

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