YA showrunners say teen TV isn't just for teens - AV Club

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• Veteran showrunners like Justin Noble ('The Sex Lives of College Girls') and Julie Plec ('Vampire Diaries') argue that young adult shows have broader appeal, attracting adult viewers with complex storylines and relatable characters.
• Mega-producer Greg Berlanti, whose credits include 'Riverdale' and 'Ginny & Georgia,' notes that the genre's popularity has surged amidst the pandemic, as viewers crave stories about the universal challenges of growing up.