Premise:
“Hellcats” centers around the world of competitive college cheerleading at the fictional Lancer University. Marti Perkins, a pre-law student, finds her scholarship canceled and joins the Hellcats, the university’s cheerleading team, as a last-ditch effort to stay in school. The show dives into the team’s pursuit of a national championship while tackling romance, friendship, and personal growth.
Main Central Characters:
- Marti Perkins (Aly Michalka): A pre-law student who joins the Hellcats to keep her scholarship.
- Savannah Monroe (Ashley Tisdale): The perky and determined captain of the Hellcats.
- Lewis Flynn (Robbie Jones): A base on the cheerleading team who is Marti’s love interest.
- Alice Verdura (Heather Hemmens): The competitive and snarky flyer who resents Marti’s presence.
- Dan Patch (Matt Barr): Marti’s best friend and an aspiring filmmaker.
Themes:
The series explores themes of ambition, teamwork, identity, and the challenges of young adulthood. It also tackles the often-misunderstood world of competitive cheerleading, highlighting its athleticism and camaraderie.
Critical Consensus and Rating: 2.5/5
“Hellcats” received a rating of 2.5 out of 5. Critics enjoyed the energy and some of the performances, particularly those of Aly Michalka and Ashley Tisdale. However, it was criticized for its predictability, melodramatic plotlines, and lack of depth in characterization.
TV Parental Guidelines Rating:
The show is rated TV-PG for its mild language, sexual references, and thematic elements.
Broadcast Information:
The series originally aired on The CW from 2010 to 2011.
TV Series Recommendations:
- “Glee“
- “Bring It On” (the film series, as it captures the cheerleading spirit)
- “Pretty Little Liars“
- “One Tree Hill“
- “Fame”
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