Girls5Eva, which is headed into its third season this week, follows the journey of four women who were part of a girl band that experienced brief fame and are now reuniting after two decades for a second shot at success. The show humorously satirizes the pop culture landscapes of the '90s and today, emphasizing that the comedic elements are crafted with affection.
The series, created by Meredith Scardino and produced by Tina Fey, features a talented ensemble cast including Renee Elise Goldsberry, Sara Bareilles, Paula Pell, and Busy Philipps. Goldsberry describes the show as a source of healing and refuge, highlighting its emotional depth.
The cast members express their admiration for Scardino's writing, emphasizing the show's respectful treatment of its characters and the era it portrays. They acknowledge the challenges faced by women in the entertainment industry, drawing parallels to the resilience of icons like Britney Spears.
Scardino reveals that Girls5Eva is a reflection of her own interests and experiences, blending elements of 'Y2K' culture and the boy and girl group phenomenon of the time. After facing cancellation on Peacock, the series found a new home on Netflix, with the third season set to premiere alongside the previous installments.
The team is excited about the show's expanded reach on Netflix, hoping to attract a broader audience to the Girls5Eva universe. Scardino anticipates that viewers may binge-watch the series, immersing themselves in the characters' journeys across all three seasons.
Bareilles expresses gratitude for the show's renewal, emphasizing the importance of finding a platform that values its storytelling. The entire series, including the upcoming season, will be available for streaming on Netflix starting March 14.
