Shadowhunters was one of my favorite new shows in 2016! I can’t wait for it to return on Monday, January 2, 2017!
The Shadowhunters TV show is based on the bestselling young adult fantasy book series The Mortal Instruments by Cassandra Clare. I have met her twice at the last two NYC Comic Con’s and she was a delight to talk to about this series! I explained to her that I had a son in middle school and that the Shadowhunter TV series was perfect for his age group, and then gave this dad and his son something to discuss every week after we watched the show. She was thrilled to hear it! I also shared with her that the diversity of the show was also something that hit home for us. And I am not referring to the gay couple, I am referring to the Jewish vampire!
“Shadowhunters” follows 18-year-old Clary Fray, who finds out on her birthday that she is not who she thinks she is but rather comes from a long line of Shadowhunters – human-angel hybrids who hunt down demons. When her mother Jocelyn is kidnapped, Clary is thrown into the world of demon hunting with mysterious Shadowhunter Jace and her best friend, Simon. Now living among faeries, warlocks, vampires and werewolves, Clary begins a journey of self-discovery as she learns more about her past and what her future may hold.
I spoke to the entire cast for the second year in a row and it was an absolute thrill. It was even more interesting to note the maturity of the actors and actresses this year versus last! I first met the cast before the show had premiered. I did tell them that this was going to be a huge hit show, and it was great to see them a year later when this was proven true! The self confidence of the cast was far more evident this year, and rightly so. And spoiler alert, our supernatural friends will be mingling with us mortals this season in the hot spot called the Hunter’s Moon!
Dominic Sherwood (Jace Wayland) and Katherine McNamara (Clary Fray). Their relationship was heating up until a certain bombshell hit!
Matthew Daddario (Alec Lightwood) and Harry Shum, Jr. (Magnus Bane). The hottest gay couple on TV.
Emeraude Toubia (Isabelle Lightwood) and Isaiah Mustafa (Luke Garroway)! Emeraude’s character is one of my teenage son’s favorites! And Isaiah is one of mine!
And last, but not least, my favorite Jewish vampire, Alberto Rosende (Simon Lewis). Yes, I am showing off that a month after Comic Con we were at a local party together! He was thrilled to hear about how it hit home for my family that his character was Jewish (and a vampire)!
I can’t recommend this show enough for every tween/teen and older, and their parents. The supernatural content is fresh, the subject matter is diverse, and the action is non-stop. And the cast are all terrific!
And the creator of it all, Cassie Clare! We chatted about the details in the show such as the Jewish Mezuzah on Simons house. I am happy to tell her every year how wonderful her series is for family bonding!
I am glad Shadow Hunters is coming back. It started off slow for me and then I got hooked. Looking forward to see what new adventures it brings.
I loved the mortal instruments books, but have not watched the television series. It’s fun that you were able to meet the cast and Cassandra Clare.
I remember my daughter reading the book series that this was based on. I wonder if she has seen this show?
Hmm that’s a series I have not yet read, but definitely sounds like something I need to! I am a huge fan of shows like Supernatural, so this seems like an obvious jump from that!
How cool to meet Cassandra Clare – I loved the Mortal Instruments book series.I haven’t watched the series yet (too scared it’ll disappoint like the movie), but I’ll add it to my “some day” list!
I haven’t gotten to see Shadowhunters yet. I think this will definitely be a binge worthy show!
I read the first book and got so angry at that revelation (even tho I knew it was fake) that I couldn’t read more! Hah I’ll eventually read more, and i liked the movie. I also like the series too 🙂
My co-worker was telling me about this show. I hadn’t heard of it until then. He is big into the comic life and he also went to Comicon this year.
Oh wow, it’s so cool that you were able to meet everyone. The show sounds like and awesome supernatural story!
I can’t wait for Shadowhunters!! I loved the books and can’t wait to see more of the show!!
It’s nice to see the actors maturing with the show. The concept of the show looks really cool and interesting.
Shadowhunters is a series I have not seen yet but will have to catch up on it. I do remember seeing something about it on the tv though. We are a family that loves supernatural based movies and shows and I know my sons will love this series. Thanks for sharing the information.
I have never heard of Shadowhunters before but now I am very interested! What a fun experience you had to meet the creator and the stars of the show.
What an exciting experience you have! It mujst be awesome to meet all of these starts!
I have never heard of Shadowhunters before but it sounds like a fun show. It is always so neat to meet the people who are the ones behind a show that you really enjoy.
I have not heard of the series before but I will def watch it! I love anything with supernatural creatures like vampires, werewolves, etc.!!
Honestly I have never heard of Shadowhunters. But after reading your post it sounds like I’m definitely missing out!!! Definitely going to be tuning in!!!
I have never seen this, but now I think I need to! I love Supernatural storylines. Looks like you had a good time!
It’s so awesome you met them! How fun! I’ve never heard of this show but I’d love to check it out. I’m always looking to try new shows out to fill my DVR with haha!