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High School Musical: The Musical: The Series 2019

“It's now or never.”

★ 8.0/10 · 799 votes TV-PG FamilyComedyDrama 4 seasons · 38 eps Ended

Created by Tim Federle

Where to watch: Disney Plus
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What is High School Musical: The Musical: The Series?

High School Musical The Musical The Series is a television show about students at East High School preparing for a theatrical production. The series follows a group of teenagers as they work together to stage their school's first-ever performance of High School Musical.

Type
TV series
Year
2019
Status
Ended
Episodes
38
First aired
Nov 12, 2019
Last aired
Aug 9, 2023
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
Disney+
Genres
Family, Comedy, Drama
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High School Musical The Musical The Series is a television show about students at East High School preparing for a theatrical production. The series follows a group of teenagers as they work together to stage their school's first-ever performance of High School Musical. Throughout the countdown to opening night, the students navigate various personal relationships including romantic interests that develop between cast members. Existing friendships face challenges while new bonds form among the drama club participants. Conflicts and rivalries emerge between some students during the production process. The show explores how involvement in the high school drama club creates meaningful changes in the characters' lives. The series depicts the transformative impact that theater can have on young people's experiences and relationships during their high school years.

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Should you watch it?

“East High students prepare for their school's first "High School Musical" production.”

# coming-of-age# theatrical# relatable# dramatic# heartwarming
Reasons to watch
  • authentic teen drama with real consequences
  • strong character development and relationships
  • celebrates arts education and creativity
Keep in mind
  • some plotlines can feel predictable
  • occasional pacing issues in early episodes

you enjoy character-driven teen dramas with musical theater elements.

Suitable for teens and families who enjoy wholesome coming-of-age stories.

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Cast

Joshua Bassett Ricky Bowen
Sofia Wylie Gina Porter
Julia Lester Ashlyn Caswell
Dara Reneé Kourtney Greene
Frankie A. Rodriguez Carlos Rodríguez
Matt Cornett E.J. Caswell
Kate Reinders Jenn
Joe Serafini Seb Matthew-Smith
Larry Saperstein Big Red
Mark St. Cyr Benjamin Mazzara
Olivia Rodrigo Nini Salazar-Roberts
Alex Quijano Mike Bowen

Episode guide

Season 1 · 10 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 12 episodes
Season 3 · 8 episodes
Season 4 · 8 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Is this connected to the original High School Musical movies?

Yes, it's set at the same school and references the movies, but follows new characters.

Do you need to watch the movies first?

No, it's accessible as a standalone series.

Is it appropriate for younger viewers?

Yes, though it deals with typical teen issues like relationships and school pressures.

Does it have musical numbers?

Yes, characters perform songs from the stage show and original music.

How many seasons are there?

The synopsis doesn't specify the number of seasons.