Watching movies and series is a favorite pastime for many people, but fans are always sad when they finish. For this reason, spin-offs, when done right, are usually successful, as they manage to continue the stories and characters loved by so many people.
No wonder producers and streaming companies are betting on sequels and storylines derived from series, and even films, acclaimed by the public.
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What is the spinoff?
The term, also called derivation, is used to designate that which has been derived from something previously developed or researched. It is used in different areas, such as business, media, technology, among others. In media, a spin-off occurs when a franchise is created from an existing one, usually one that has already been successful and successful.
Spin-offs can come from movies or series, be part of the original story, or even a specific character that stands out in the production. In some cases, they may even be more successful than the series or movie that spawned them.
Check out the list we have prepared with the 7 spin-off series worth watching:
House of the Dragon (GoT)
It is a successful spin-off series of HBO’s worldwide phenomenon Game of Thrones, based on the work of George RR Martin. It focuses on the Targaryen family, one of the most important in the original storyline, explaining what was the rise of this dynasty in Westeros, the dispute for the Iron Throne and what caused the extinction of almost all dragons.
The story adapts the events contained in the Fire & Blood book, with the storyline beginning 172 years before the birth of Daenerys Targaryen (Emilia Clarke), who would go on to become one of Westeros’ foremost leaders.
Where to watch: HBO Max
Private Study (Grey’s Anatomy)
Grey’s Anatomy is another acclaimed series that gathers fans all over the world and has won a spin-off to tell the story of a specific character from the main storyline. Private Practice shows what happened to Dr. Addison Montgomery after he left Seattle Grace Hospital, her marriage to Derek “Mc Dreamy” and her relationship with Mark “McSteamy”.
After moving to Santa Monica, Addison reconnects with her college friends, who invite her to work at the Oceanside Wellness Center, a private clinic that brings her together with an alternative medicine specialist who has several love affairs.
Where to watch it: Star+
Young Sheldon (The Big Bang Theory)
One of the most charismatic characters in The Big Bang Theory series is, without a doubt, Sheldon Cooper (Jim Parsons). His irreverent way conquered the public, to the point of conquering his own production.
The series shows fans the childhood perspective of Sheldon, who at the age of 9 is already a bright and brilliant boy, skipping several school years and going to study with his older brother in high school.
Where to watch: HBO Max
How I Met Your Father (How I Met Your Mother)
How I Met Your Mother garners many devoted fans, though opinions are divided on what goes into its ending. Eight years after its last episode, the universe of the series has gained an expansion, with the spin-off How I Met Your Father, with Hilary Duff as the protagonist.
The plot follows the same model as the original: in the future, Sophie (Duff) tells her son the stories she lived in New York with her group of friends, sharing joys and sorrows, until the moment she met his father . The series brings elements and characters from the original story, satisfying nostalgic fans.
Where to watch it: Star+
Better call Saul (Breaking Bad)
Another character who conquered the public to the point of winning his own series is Saul Goodman, the lawyer of Walter White (Bryan Cranston), protagonist of Breaking Bad.
Better Call Saul tells the character’s past before the Breaking Bad storyline, starting in 2002, showing the life of lawyer Jimmy McGill (Bob Odenkirk) and all the misadventures he had to go through to become Saul Goodman. The production quality is lauded compared to the original series.
Where to watch: Netflix
American Horror Stories (American Horror Story)
The anthology series American Horror Story was launched in 2011 by the famous producer Ryan Murphy, with horror stories and scary thrillers. Each season, a story takes place in a different setting, such as a haunted house, sanatorium, circus, etc.
In 2020, the producer launched the spin-off focused on individualized episodes, which are resolved all at once, and not over the span of an entire season, as in the original series. So fans who enjoy following AHS can continue to enjoy the stories, but without having to wait too long.
Where to watch it: Star+
Sold out (Sold out)
It is the continuation of the acclaimed and nostalgic series, famous in the 90s, Full House, known in Brazil as Três é Demais. The original storyline brought the story of Danny Tanner (Bob Saget), a widower who raises his three daughters with the help of his friend Joey (Dave Coulier) and brother-in-law, Jesse (John Stamos).
Fuller House revolves around the life of veterinarian DJ Tanner-Fuller (Candace Cameron Bure), one of Danny’s daughters, who has the help of his younger sister, Stephanie (Jodie Sweetin) and her friend Kimmy (Andrea Barber), whose take care. the three children alone, after losing her husband.
In addition to the similar story, the series features actresses from the original production.
Where to watch: Netflix
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