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Victorious
GenreTeen sitcom
Created byDan Schneider
StarringVictoria Justice
Leon Thomas III
Matt Bennett
Elizabeth Gillies
Ariana Grande
Avan Jogia
Daniella Monet
Theme music composerDr. Luke
Victoria Justice
Michael Corcoran
Opening theme"Make It Shine" performed by Victoria Justice
ComposersDr. Luke
Michael Corcoran
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons2
No. of episodes31 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producerDan Schneider
ProducersWarren Bell
(season 2-present)
Bruce Rand Berman
Joe Catania
Robin Weiner
Production locationsNickelodeon On Sunset
Hollywood, California
Camera setupVideotape (filmized); Multi-camera
Running time23 minutes
Production companiesSchneider's Bakery
Sony Music Entertainment
Nickelodeon Productions
Original release
NetworkNickelodeon
ReleaseMarch 27, 2010 (2010-03-27) –
present
Related
iCarly
Drake & Josh[1]

Victorious (stylized as VICTORiOUS) is an American sitcom created by Dan Schneider for Nickelodeon. The series revolves around aspiring singer Tori Vega, portrayed by Victoria Justice, who attends a performing arts high school called Hollywood Arts, while getting into screwball situations on a daily basis. The series premiered on March 27, 2010.

Premise

The show follows main character Tori Vega (Victoria Justice) who is accepted into Hollywood Arts High School, after taking her sister Trina's (Daniella Monet) place in a showcase. The storyline follows as she finds her place within Hollywood Arts High School, while meeting friends to help her along the way. Other students at the school, and the students who make up Tori's group of friends, include Andre Harris, (Leon Thomas III) a musical prodigy who quickly becomes a close friend to Tori; Robbie Shapiro (Matt Bennett), an awkward ventriloquist who carries around his puppet Rex (who is spoken to as a normal person); Jade West (Elizabeth Gillies), a sarcastic, odd girl who has a love-hate friendship with Tori; Cat Valentine (Ariana Grande), a sweet but naive girl who is supposedly bipolar; and Beck Oliver (Avan Jogia), a down-to-earth, handsome boy who is also Jade's boyfriend.

Cast

See also: List of Victorious characters

Episodes

Main article: List of Victorious episodes
SeasonEpisodesOriginally released
First releasedLast released
119March 27, 2010 (2010-03-27)March 26, 2011 (2011-03-26)
213April 2, 2011 (2011-04-02)December 26, 2011 (2011-12-26)
312January 28, 2012 (2012-01-28)[3]June 30, 2012 (2012-06-30)
413[4]September 22, 2012 (2012-09-22)[5]February 2, 2013 (2013-02-02)[6]

Multi-part installments

Title Type Air date
"Freak the Freak Out" Two-part special November 26, 2010
"Locked Up!" Two-part special July 30, 2011

iCarly crossover

The creator of iCarly and Victorious, Dan Schneider, announced a crossover of the two sitcom shows in the iCarly episode "iParty with Victorious." It aired June 11, 2011. It was counted as an iCarly episode and not a Victorious episode.

Production

Victorious is the seventh series created by Dan Schneider for Nickelodeon, after All That, Kenan & Kel, The Amanda Show, Drake & Josh, Zoey 101, and iCarly.[7] Schneider first met Justice in 2005, when she was twelve and arrived to audition for the part of Lola Martinez on Zoey 101. Impressed by her energy and her look, Schneider hired her and, after working with her on three episodes, called Nickelodeon to say, "I’ve got your next star."[8] Justice continued her role on Zoey 101 until the series ended in 2008. In the meantime, Disney Channel, Nickelodeon's main competitor, had experienced immense success with franchises like Hannah Montana and High School Musical, which featured original songs and generated revenue through music as well as television. Seeking to "follow where the kids are", Nickelodeon executives asked Schneider to create a music-based show for the channel.[8] Near the end of Zoey 101's run, Justice was summoned to meet with Schneider about a potential series starring her.[9] Victorious was the first show on Nickelodeon to premiere in the decade of 2010. Big Time Rush's first episode premiered 2 months earlier, but it's original pilot premiered in 2009.

While discussing possible concepts for the series during the meeting, Justice mentioned that she had attended a performing arts middle school. The idea intrigued Schneider, who recognized the appeal of series concerning fame.[9] "If there is anything I've learned about kids today—and I'm not saying this is good or bad—it's that they all want to be stars," said Schneider.[10] Marjorie Cohn, who was then Nickelodeon's executive vice president of original programming and development, agreed. "Every kid thinks they're five minutes away and one lucky circumstance from being famous," Cohn stated. She noted that Schneider's iCarly, a sitcom about a girl who hosts a popular web show, was spurred by the rise of YouTube celebrities and had become a successful show for Nickelodeon.[10]

On August 13, 2008, Nickelodeon announced that Justice had signed "an overall talent and music deal" with the company, agreeing to star in a then-untitled musical-comedy series about a girl who attends a performing arts high school.[11] While discussing the show's premise, Schneider stated that while it would be nice if more children "wanted to be teachers and social workers" instead of celebrities, "At least in Victorious, you see a world where they're all working on the talent part."[10] Nickelodeon Productions and the Columbia/Epic Label Group of Sony Music Entertainment agreed to co-produce the series as part of a partnership to develop talent and release their music.[12]

Perez Hilton, Josh Peck, Nathan Kress, Kesha, and Jerry Trainor, have made special guest appearances on the show.

Filming of season 1 began on October 5, 2009 and ended on April 14, 2010 with 20 episodes produced.[13] The second season of Victorious finished filming on February 23, 2011.[14] In August 2011, Victoria Justice confirmed on her Twitter profile that she was returning to the Victorious set, as Season 3 began filming in late September.[15]

Casting

Several of the actors on Victorious had either appeared in Nickelodeon programs or Broadway musicals prior to Victorious's premiere. In addition to Zoey 101, Justice appeared on television series iCarly, as well as True Jackson VP, The Naked Brothers Band and The Troop. She also co-starred with Jogia, who plays Beck, on the Nickelodeon television movie Spectacular!. Monet guest starred in three episodes of Zoey 101. Thomas not only guest starred in a episode of iCarly and "The Brothers Band" but had previously appeared in musicals such as runs of The Color Purple and Caroline, or Change and in the movie August Rush.[16] Gillies and Grande had co-starred in the musical 13.[17][18] Of the seven main cast members, Grande is the only one with no on-screen experience whatsoever prior to her role in the series.

Sets

The series is filmed at Nickelodeon Studios on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, California.[19] According to Paula Kaplan, Nickelodeon's executive Vice President for talent, "In our adult world, nobody accommodates us for down time. But in a child's life on a set, we do take that seriously. At our studios on Sunset Boulevard, where we shoot iCarly and Victorious, the greenrooms are filled with games and Rock Band. We create an environment where they can have fun with their colleagues and take it easy."[20]

The series is set primarily at Hollywood Arts. Outdoor shots of Hollywood Arts depict Hollywood High School, which is located in the parking lot of Nickelodeon Studios.[21] According to David Hinkley of the New York Daily News, "Outside of school, Victorious has the same look as iCarly, with most of the action taking place on one main set with a few basic home/crib-furniture items." The show also has a BLIX machine from Zoey 101.Cite error: The <ref> tag has too many names (see the help page). David Hinkley of the New York Daily News says the series' format is nearly identical to iCarly's and hopes that the series will develop a "more distinctive personality" over the course of the season.[22] Roger Catlin of the Hartford Courant describes Victorious as "harmless but hardly entertaining".[23] Mark A. Perigard of the Boston Herald titled his review "Victorious is a big loser" and writes, "The bulk of the cast mugs for the cameras, probably to compensate for a script that could have been commissioned from fifth-graders."[24] Linda Stasi of the New York Post was mixed; she agreed that the episode contained over-acting performers, "corny" dialogue and a "terribly, terribly loud laugh track", but believed it was "a 'surefire tween hit".[25]

However, reviewers were positive about Justice's performance and suggested that series' potential hinged on her. Hinkley comments, "At this point, Justice is better at singing than acting, and the show doesn't flow as smoothly as iCarly," but Justice "has the personality and talent" needed for a shot at being "the Next Big Teen Thing".[22] Perigard describes her as "undeniably appealing"[24] and Lowry states, "Justice is winsome and talented enough to provide the latest show a leg up in connecting with tween girls."[26]

Viewership

The series premiere did well among viewers. The pilot episode, advertised as a "sneak preview" of the series, aired after the 2010 Kids' Choice Awards on March 27, 2010 to 5.7 million viewers. Victorious's second episode was advertised as the series' official premiere and drew a low 3.48 million viewers.[27] By comparison, Nickelodeon's Big Time Rush received 3.5 million viewers for its "sneak preview" debut in November 2009,[28] and 7.1 million Total viewers for its "premiere" in January 2010.[29]

On April 2, 2011, the season 2 premiere episode "Beggin' On Your Knees" became the most watched episode of the series to date, with 6.1 million total viewers.[30]

Merchandise

In fall 2011, Spin Master will release dolls and toys based on the show. In June 2011, Walmart announced an exclusive-to-Walmart product line for the show; including over 250 products, such as apparel, accessories, lunch boxes, t-shirts, soundtrack CDs, DVDs, etc. [31]

Awards

Year Award Category Recipient(s) Result
2010 Teen Choice Awards Choice TV Breakout Show Victorious Nominated
2010 Teen Choice Awards Choice Smile Victoria Justice Nominated
2010 J-14's Teen Icon Awards Iconic TV Actress Victoria Justice Nominated
2011 UK Kids Choice Awards 2011 Nick UK's Favourite TV Show Victorious Nominated
2011 UK Kids Choice Awards 2011 Nick UK's Funniest Person Matt Bennett Nominated
2011 2011 Kids' Choice Awards Favorite TV Actress Victoria Justice Nominated
2011 Imagen Awards Best Young Actress/Television Victoria Justice Nominated
2011 63rd Primetime Emmy Awards Outstanding Children's Program Victorious Nominated [32]
2011 ALMA Awards Favorite TV Actress – Leading Role in a Comedy Victoria Justice Nominated [33]

Music

Main article: Victorious (soundtrack)
"Victorious"
Song

"Make It Shine" is the series' theme song. The song also serves as the lead single from the soundtrack to the series. It peaked at number 16 on Billboard's Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart in the US.[citation needed]

Victorious features approximately one song every three episodes.[35] The songs that have been featured in Victorious are listed below. Victoria Justice told "7 Secrets with Victoria Justice" that she is currently working on music for her solo album. Parts of songs have also been sung in a few episodes of Victorious.

The Victorious soundtrack featuring 12 songs from the series (including "Leave It All to Shine") was released on August 2, 2011.

The first 1,000 pre-orders received a CD booklet autographed by Justice, the special pre-order package (ordered before July 19, 2011) also included an exclusive customized Victorious poster.[36]

Episode Title Performed by Single
"Pilot" "Make It Shine" Tori Vega Yes
"The Birthweek Song" "You're the Reason" Tori Vega Yes
"Jade Dumps Beck" "Chicago" Trina Vega No
"Tori the Zombie" "Finally Falling" Tori Vega and Beck Oliver Yes
"Survival of the Hottest" "Make It Shine" Victorious Cast No
"Wi-Fi in the Sky" "You're the Reason" Trina Vega No
"The Great Ping Pong Scam" "Tell Me That You Love Me" Tori Vega and Andre Harris Yes
"Freak the Freak Out" "Freak the Freak Out" Tori Vega Yes
"Give It Up" Cat Valentine and Jade West Yes
"Hate Me Love Me" Hayley and Tara No
"Number One" Hayley, Tara, and Erwin Sikowitz No
"Forever Baby" Robbie Shapiro and Rex Powers No
"Rex Dies" "Forever Baby" Tori Vega, Robbie Shapiro, and Rex Powers No
"The Diddly-Bops" "Favorite Food" The Diddly-Bops No
"Song 2 You" Andre Harris and Tori Vega Yes
"Nose Song" Andre Harris No
"Broken Glass" Robbie Shapiro Yes
"You're the Reason" Trina Vega No
"Wok Star" "Fly Out of the Well" Daisy Lee No
"The Wood" "Forever Baby" Tori Vega and Jade West No
"Beggin' On Your Knees" "Beggin' On Your Knees" Tori Vega Yes
"Ice Cream for Ke$ha" "Blow" Ke$ha No
"Tori Gets Stuck" "The Captain is She" Tori Vega and Erwin Sikowitz No
"Prom Wrecker" "Best Friend's Brother" Tori Vega, Cat Valentine, and Andre Harris Yes
"Locked Up" "I Want You Back" Victorious Cast Yes
"All I Want Is Everything" Tori Vega Yes
"Helen Back Again" "Best of Me" Trina Vega No
"Cat's Broadway Song" Cat Valentine No
"Make It Shine" Tori Vega & Andre Harris No
"Jade Gets Crushed" "365 Days" Andre Harris & Tori Vega No

DVD release

Season 1, Volume 1 was released on DVD in the U.S. on July 5, 2011. A 2-disc set featuring the first 10 episodes (in full screen, 4:3 letterbox form) plus bonus features including 2 music videos for "Freak the Freak Out" and "Beggin' on Your Knees", plus behind-the-scenes features with the cast.[37] Season 1 Volume 2 will be released on November 1, 2011 with the rest of the season one episodes plus bonus features including the iCarly episode iParty with Victorious.[38]

Season One
DVD Name Ep# Disc# Region 1 Special Features
Volume One 10 2 July 5, 2011[39]
Volume Two 10 2 November 1, 2011[40]

International release

Country / Region Channel Series Premiere Season 2 Premiere
 United States Nickelodeon March 27, 2010 April 2, 2011
 Germany Nickelodeon Germany August 29, 2010 October 15, 2011
 Austria
 Switzerland
 Ireland Nickelodeon (UK & Ireland) September 3, 2010 October 24, 2011
 United Kingdom
 Canada Nickelodeon Canada, YTV Canada September 10, 2010 October 7, 2011 (YTV)
 Australia Nickelodeon Australia, Network Ten September 14, 2010
 Spain Nickelodeon Spain November 11, 2010
 Portugal Nickelodeon Portugal November 2010
 Indonesia Nickelodeon Indonesia 2010
 Israel Nickelodeon Israel October 21, 2010
 Philippines Nickelodeon South East Asia October 1, 2010
 Brunei
 Singapore
 Malaysia
 Hong Kong
 Brazil Nickelodeon Brazil October 13, 2010 October 14, 2011
 Netherlands Nickelodeon Netherlands & Flanders September 25, 2010
 Belgium
 Russia Nickelodeon CIS December 3, 2010
 Ukraine
 Chile Nickelodeon Latin America October 13, 2010
 Colombia
 Honduras
 Peru
 Mexico October 14, 2011
 Panama
 Uruguay
 Venezuela
 Greece Nickelodeon Greece September 12, 2011
 France Nickelodeon France, TF1 November 10, 2010; February 9, 2011
 Japan Nickelodeon Japan 2011
Croatia Croatia Nickelodeon Croatia 2011
 Poland Nickelodeon Poland December 4, 2010
 South Korea Nickelodeon South Korea January 7, 2011
 Hungary Nickelodeon (Europe) December 4, 2010
 Romania Nickelodeon (Central & Eastern Europe) December 4, 2010
 Turkey Nickelodeon (Turkey) ( Web Site) May 31,2011
 Argentina Nickelodeon October 13, 2010

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