How a spin-off series expanded the world of a beloved teen film
In short: Love, Victor follows a teenager navigating self-discovery, family pressure, and his sexual orientation after moving to a new city. Inspired by the 2018 film Love, Simon, this series explores the complexities of high school life through a fresh lens, spanning three seasons and 28 episodes of heartfelt storytelling.
Created by Isaac Aptaker and Elizabeth Berger, Love, Victor serves as a spiritual successor to the 2018 film Love, Simon. While it shares the same universe, the series shifts the focus to Victor Salazar, played by Michael Cimino. Victor is a new student at Creekwood High School who finds himself struggling to adjust to life in Atlanta while grappling with his identity. Throughout the first season, he reaches out to Simon Spier—the protagonist of the original film—for guidance as he navigates the challenges of coming out.
The narrative arc of the series is defined by Victor's growth and the shifting dynamics of his social circle and family. Following his coming out, the second season examines the aftermath, including the strain placed on his relationship with his boyfriend, Benji Campbell, by his family's expectations. By the third season, the characters begin to look beyond the confines of Creekwood, making pivotal decisions about their futures. The show balances these personal milestones with the experiences of his friends, such as the social media-savvy Lake Meriwether and the popular athlete Andrew.
Production of the series was a collaborative effort, with Nick Robinson, who starred as Simon in the film, serving as a producer and narrator for the first two seasons. The show premiered on Hulu on June 17, 2020, and concluded its 28-episode run on June 15, 2022. During its final season, the series was released simultaneously on Disney+, marking the end of Victor's journey as he and his peers transitioned toward life after high school. The series remains a notable example of how teen comedy-drama can evolve from a single film into a broader, multi-season exploration of identity and belonging.
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- Also: Wikidata — Love, Victor, season 1 · CC0
- Also: Wikidata — Love, Victor · CC0
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