Premise: “Revenge” is a high-stakes drama set in the luxurious Hamptons, centering on Emily Thorne’s mission to exact vengeance on those responsible for her father’s wrongful conviction and subsequent death. Emily returns to the Hamptons, a place of her childhood memories, under a new identity and with a meticulously crafted plan. As she inches closer to her objectives, intricate relationships, unexpected alliances, and dark secrets come to the fore.
Main Characters:
- Emily Thorne/Amanda Clarke (Emily VanCamp): The protagonist, Emily is determined to seek retribution against the Grayson family and their associates for their role in her father’s downfall.
- Victoria Grayson (Madeleine Stowe): The Hamptons’ queen bee and Emily’s primary adversary. She is the matriarch of the Grayson family and harbors many secrets.
- Daniel Grayson (Josh Bowman): Victoria’s son, who becomes romantically involved with Emily, complicating her plans.
- Nolan Ross (Gabriel Mann): A tech billionaire and Emily’s loyal ally, aiding her in her quest for revenge.
- Jack Porter (Nick Wechsler): Emily’s childhood friend and a potential romantic interest. He is unknowingly intertwined in Emily’s plot.
Themes: At its core, “Revenge” grapples with themes of justice, betrayal, identity, and the lengths to which one might go to right a perceived wrong. It challenges the idea of true justice, exploring the gray areas between right and wrong, and whether revenge truly offers closure or just perpetuates a cycle of pain.
Critical Consensus and Rating: Rating: 3.5/5 “Revenge” was lauded for its captivating plot twists, the strong performances of VanCamp and Stowe, and its soap opera-esque appeal. Critics were drawn to its portrayal of the dark underbelly of the elite. However, some felt the series occasionally became convoluted and over-indulgent in its drama.
TV Parental Guidelines Rating: TV-14 due to its mature themes, intense sequences, and some sexual content.
Original Broadcast Details: Aired on: ABC Years: 2011 to 2015
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