The Fosters

The Fosters is a family drama television series created by Bradley Bredeweg and Peter Paige, which premiered on June 3, 2013, on Freeform (formerly ABC Family). The show follows the lives of the Foster family, a multi-ethnic family made up of foster and biological children being raised by two mothers, Stef Adams Foster and Lena Adams Foster, played by Teri Polo and Sherri Saum. The series explores themes of identity, community, and social justice, and features a diverse cast, including Maia Mitchell, Hayden Byerly, Gavin MacIntosh, and Noah Centineo. The show has been praised for its portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters and storylines, and has been recognized by organizations such as GLAAD and the Human Rights Campaign.

Overview

The Fosters is set in the fictional town of San Diego, California, and follows the lives of the Foster family, a blended family made up of foster and biological children. The show explores themes of identity, community, and social justice, and features a diverse cast of characters, including Callie Jacobs, played by Maia Mitchell, a foster child who joins the family in the pilot episode, and Jude Jacobs, played by Hayden Byerly, Callie's younger brother. The series also features a range of supporting characters, including Mike Foster, played by Danny Nucci, Stef's ex-husband and the father of her biological son, Brandon Foster, played by David Lambert. The show has been praised for its portrayal of complex social issues, such as foster care, LGBTQ+ rights, and racial justice, and has been recognized by organizations such as the National Association of Social Workers and the American Civil Liberties Union.

Production

The Fosters was created by Bradley Bredeweg and Peter Paige, who also serve as executive producers on the show, along with Jennifer Lopez and Benny Medina. The series is produced by Prodco, Blazing Elm Entertainment, and Freeform Original Productions, and is filmed on location in Los Angeles and San Diego. The show's music is composed by Ari Posner, and features a range of original songs and score pieces. The series has also featured a range of guest stars, including Katherine Heigl, Rosie O'Donnell, and Cheryl Burke, and has been recognized with several awards and nominations, including a Teen Choice Award and a People's Choice Award.

Characters

The Fosters features a diverse and complex cast of characters, including Stef Adams Foster, played by Teri Polo, a police officer and the mother of the Foster family, and Lena Adams Foster, played by Sherri Saum, a school administrator and Stef's wife. The show also features a range of supporting characters, including Callie Jacobs, played by Maia Mitchell, a foster child who joins the family in the pilot episode, and Jude Jacobs, played by Hayden Byerly, Callie's younger brother. Other notable characters include Brandon Foster, played by David Lambert, Stef's biological son, and Mariana Foster, played by Cierra Ramirez, a foster child who joins the family in the pilot episode. The show has been praised for its portrayal of complex and nuanced characters, and has been recognized by organizations such as the National Association of Social Workers and the American Psychological Association.

Episodes

The Fosters consists of five seasons, with a total of 104 episodes. The show premiered on June 3, 2013, and the final episode aired on June 6, 2018. The series features a range of episode storylines, including Callie's struggles with her past, Jude's journey to self-discovery, and Stef and Lena's relationship. The show has also featured several notable episodes, including the season 2 finale, which featured a wedding between Stef and Lena, and the season 5 premiere, which introduced a new character, Emma, played by Amanda Leighton. The series has been recognized with several awards and nominations, including a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award.

Reception

The Fosters has received widespread critical acclaim for its portrayal of complex social issues and its diverse and nuanced characters. The show has been praised by organizations such as GLAAD, the Human Rights Campaign, and the National Association of Social Workers, and has been recognized with several awards and nominations, including a Teen Choice Award and a People's Choice Award. The series has also been praised by critics, including The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, and Entertainment Weekly, and has been recognized as one of the best television shows of the 2010s by Rolling Stone and TV Guide. The show's finale episode was watched by over 1 million viewers, and the series has been streamed millions of times on Netflix and Hulu. The show's success has also led to the creation of a spin-off series, Good Trouble, which follows the lives of Callie Jacobs and Mariana Foster as they navigate young adulthood in Los Angeles. Category:American television series