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The Mysterious Benedict Society is an American mystery adventure television series based on the young adult book series by Trenton Lee Stewart. The first season debuted on Disney+ on June 25, 2021 with a two episode premiere and consisted of eight episodes.[1][2]
The Mysterious Benedict Society was renewed for second season, filming for which wrapped in May 2022. The first two episodes of the second season premiered on Disney+ on October 26, 2022.[3] The show was not renewed for a third season.[4]
Synopsis[]
"After winning a scholarship competition, four gifted orphans are recruited by the peculiar Mr. Benedict for a dangerous mission to save the world from a global crisis known as The Emergency. Reynie, Sticky, Kate, and Constance must infiltrate the mysterious L.I.V.E. Institute to discover the truth behind the crisis. When the headmaster, the sophisticated Dr. Curtain appears to be behind this worldwide panic, the kids of “The Mysterious Benedict Society” must devise a plan to defeat him."[5]
Cast[]
Starring[]
- Tony Hale as Mr. Benedict and L.D. Curtain[6]
- Kristen Schaal as Number Two[7]
- MaameYaa Boafo as Rhonda Kazembe[7]
- Ryan Hurst as Milligan Wetherall[7]
- Gia Sandhu as Ms. Perumal[7]
- Mystic Inscho as Reynie Muldoon[7]
- Seth Carr as George “Sticky” Washington[7]
- Emmy DeOliveira as Kate Wetherall[7]
- Marta Kessler as Constance Contraire[7]
Guest Starring[]
- Saara Chaudry as Martina Crowe[8]
- Katherine Evans as Jillson
- Ben Cockell as Jackson
- Shannon Kook as Mr. Oshiro
- Ricardo Ortiz as S.Q. Pedalian (Season 1)
- Ben Andrusco-Daon as Isaac (Season 1)
- Trenna Keating as Dr. Garrison
- Luke Roessler as young Nathaniel and young Nicholas (Season 1)
- Joel De La Fuente as Executive Officer Zhao "Cannonball" - (Season 2)
- Lex King as Ilsa - (Season 2)
- Fred Melabed as Captain Noland - (Season 2)
Co-Starring[]
- Josh Zaharia as Dewey (Season 1)
- Gabrielle Quinn as Krista (Season 1)
- Darren Dolynski as Mr. Bloom(Season 1)
- Ever Mainard as The Whisperer
- Chandni Appadurai as Mrs. Perumal (Season 1)
- Emily Delahunty as Lindsay (Season 1)
- Malak Dabcha as Bauer - (Season 2)
Episodes[]
| Season | Episodes | First Aired | Premiere Episode | Finale Episode | Last Aired |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8[1] | June 25, 2021[1] | A Bunch Of Smart Orphans[9] | Big Day Today | August 06, 2021[1] |
| Season 2 | 8 | October 25, 2022 (Disney) October 26, 2022 (Disney+) |
A Perilous Journey | A Two-Way Street | December 6, 2022 |
Production[]
Development[]
It was announced in September 2019 that a series order for an adaptation of the Trenton Lee Stewart fantasy book series of the same name was close to completion at Hulu. Later on, it was revealed that Phil Hay and Matt Manfredi wrote the pilot episode with James Bobin set to direct. Subsequently, Todd Slavkin and Darren Swimmer were confirmed as the showrunners for the series.[10] However, in November 2020, the series was moved to Disney+; the decision apparently being related to the tone of the content. Dana Walden, chairman of Entertainment at Walt Disney Television, said that The Mysterious Benedict Society is “fun for the whole family” and called it a “perfect fit” for Disney+.[11] In February 2021, it was announced that the series would consist of eight episodes and premiere on June 25, 2021.[1]
On July 1, 2021, it was revealed by Matt Manfredi and Phil Hay that the first season will stick to the source material provided by Trenton Lee Stewart’s beloved kids book of the same name.But should the series continue into another season, that might not remain to be the case. When asked to elaborate, they said that they hope to draw from all of the sequels (as well as Stewart’s prequel novel) for future episodes, mixing and matching elements rather than doing a straight adaptation.[12]
On September 28, 2021, Disney+ renewed the series for a second season.[13]
In January 2023, it was announced that the show was cancelled and would not return for a third season.[4]
Casting[]
In February 2020, Tony Hale was announced to have been cast in the dual roles of twin brothers Mr. Benedict and Mr. Curtain.[6] In April of the same year, Kristen Schaal, MaameYaa Boafo, Ryan Hurst, Gia Sandhu, Mystic Inscho, Emmy DeOliveira, Seth Carr, and Marta Timofeeva were revealed as the rest of the series regulars.[7]
Filming[]
Filming was initially set to begin in mid 2020 in British Columbia, but was delayed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[14] It officially began filming on August 26, with scenes shot at Gastown in November.[15] Filming for the first season eventually concluded on January 19, 2021. Eventually, filming for the second season will be relocating to California with the state's film and TV tax credits program.[16]
Marketing[]
On May 20, 2021, Disney released a trailer for the series.[17]
Also on July 1, 2021, it was announced by the Disney Television that their virtual Comic-Con@Home panels, which include 20th Television Animation shows like The Simpsons and Bob’s Burgers. Plus the new Disney+ original series The Mysterious Benedict Society was revealed to be having its panel on Sunday July 25th at 11:00AM.[18]
Release[]
The series premiered 25 June 2021 and is scheduled to run until 6 August 2021.[1]
Gallery[]
Concept artwork[]
Promotional images[]
Videos[]
External Links[]
Watch The Mysterious Benedict Society on Disney+
The Mysterious Benedict Society on the Internet Movie Database
The Mysterious Benedict Society on Wikipedia
Sources[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Disney+ Announces Premiere Dates for New Series "Big Shot," "Star Wars: The Bad Batch," Marvel Studios' "Loki," "The Mysterious Benedict Society," "Monsters at Work," "Chip 'N' Dale: Park Life," and "Turner & Hooch" - The Futon Critic
- ↑ Twinning! “The Mysterious Benedict Society" Debuts On Disney+ With A Super Sized Two Episode Premiere On Friday, June 25 - dmedmedia
- ↑ ‘The Mysterious Benedict Society’: Disney+ Reveals Season 2 Premiere Date, Trailer - Deadline
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 The Mysterious Benedict Society Cancelled at Disney+ After 2 Seasons
- ↑ Discover The Magical World Of The Disney+ Original Series “The Mysterious Benedict Society” - DM Media
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Tony Hale To Star In ‘The Mysterious Benedict Society’ Hulu Series Based On YA Novel - Deadline
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 7.8 ‘The Mysterious Benedict Society’: Hulu Drama Rounds Out Cast With Eight Series Regulars - Deadline
- ↑ Saara Chaudry - The Children's Media Conference
- ↑ New On Disney+ June 2021 - Decider
- ↑ ‘The Mysterious Benedict Society’ Drama Based On Novel Nears Hulu Series Order - Deadline
- ↑ ‘The Mysterious Benedict Society’ Moves From Hulu To Disney+ Ahead Of 2021 Premiere - Deadline
- ↑ ‘Mysterious Benedict Society’ Creators Say Future Seasons May Not Follow the Books - The Wrap
- ↑ ‘The Mysterious Benedict Society’ Renewed For Season 2 By Disney+ - Deadline
- ↑ COVID-19: B.C.’s film industry gets green light for safe return to set - The Expositor
- ↑ Filming for 'Nancy Drew' series to take place in North Vancouver park this weekend - NS News
- ↑ ‘Promised Land’ & ‘Mysterious Benedict Society’ Score Tax Credits For Moving To California - Deadline
- ↑ ‘The Mysterious Benedict Society’: Disney+ Unveils Trailer, Key Art For Tony Hale YA Series - Deadline
- ↑ Disney Television Reveals 2021 Comic-Con@Home Panels, Including “The Simpsons,” “Bob’s Burgers,” “The Mysterious Benedict Society” and “Central Park” - Laughing Palace