Butterflies, I don't know if it started for you the same way it did for me, but my first sick day when I was in Junior High School turned out to be a bonding moment and TV habit that would last for decades! I was home sick and well past my cartoon days, so Mom let me in on her favorite daytime 'me time', Soap Operas! Mama Butterfly introduced me to all the characters and patiently caught me up on story lines so I could figure out what was happening. Like many moms, she created a monster, I HAD to know what was going on! And subsequent sick days always meant me in my PJ's watching 'soaps' with mom!
When All My Children and One Life to Live were cancelled it was the shot heard around the world. Many loyal watchers considered each character 'family' and many soaps were passed down throughout the generations in families. Even those who couldn't watch their 'stories' during the day would be sure to record them so they could watch them at night. Soap Operas were favorite water cooler fodder, and the networks were definitely barraged by outraged fans.
And while it had been rumored for what seems like a very long time coming, I can indeed confirm that All My Children and One Life to Live are BACK! The shows are being brought back on The Online Network and can also be viewed on Hulu, Hulu Plus and iTunes! You can check out All My Children (AMC) on Hulu at www.hulu.com/all-my-children and One Life to Live (OLTL) on Hulu at www.hulu.com/one-life-to-
Fans no longer have to settle for the crossover of their favorite characters on General Hospital. (And while I know I'm in the minority on this one, I didn't like the character crossovers from OLTL characters on General Hospital. I personally felt that they just didn't 'fit'.) They belong back in their home, and now they will be!
I am SUPER excited to know not only that All My Children and One Life to Live are back, but it's like they are re-invented and being re-born on the web. It's like Soap Opera's 2.0, bigger, better and hopefully built to last!
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Show synopsis: All
My Children revolves
around the lives of the residents of fictional Pine Valley. For nearly forty
years, this town has seen the trials and tribulations of its dynamic families.
Now your favorite stories are back, and more dramatic than ever!
Plot outline: Since 1970, the residents of All My Children's Pine Valley, PA -- including its most famous citizen, Erica Kane (Susan Lucci) have seen their fair share of scandalous hookups, feuds, and devastating murders. Pine Valley luminaries include resident hero Ryan Lavery (Cameron Mathison), Fusion Cosmetics maven Greenlee du Pres (Rebecca Budig), perpetual troublemaker David Hayward (Vincent Irizarry), funnyman Tad Martin (Michael E. Knight), and the unforgettable romantic duo of Angie and Jesse Hubbard (Debbi Morgan and Darnell Williams).
Plot outline: Since 1970, the residents of All My Children's Pine Valley, PA -- including its most famous citizen, Erica Kane (Susan Lucci) have seen their fair share of scandalous hookups, feuds, and devastating murders. Pine Valley luminaries include resident hero Ryan Lavery (Cameron Mathison), Fusion Cosmetics maven Greenlee du Pres (Rebecca Budig), perpetual troublemaker David Hayward (Vincent Irizarry), funnyman Tad Martin (Michael E. Knight), and the unforgettable romantic duo of Angie and Jesse Hubbard (Debbi Morgan and Darnell Williams).
All My Children actors
include returning actors include Debbie Morgan as Dr Angie Hubbard, Julie Barr
as Brooke English, Sal Stowers as Cassandra Foster, Eric Nelson as AJ Chandler,
Denyse Tontz as Miranda Montgomery, Jordan Lane Price as Celia Fitzgerald, Ryan
Bittle as JR Chandler, Eden Riegel as Bianca Montgomery, Cady McClain as Dixie
Cooney, Ray MacDonnell as Dr. Joe Martin, David Canary as Adam Chandler,
Heather Roop as Jane McIntyre, and Francesca James as Evelyn Johnson will be
returning once the soap moves online.
What Luke and Laura are to General Hospital, Jesse and Angie are to All My Children! I remember where Dr. Angie Hubbard's storyline last left off, and I literally can't wait to find out what direction they are going to take her character and her storyline!
Show synopsis: One
Life to Live follows
the complicated lives of three main families: the wealthy Lords, the powerful
Buchanans and the strong-willed Cramers. The quiet simplicity of small town
living is often interrupted by the drama between them yet despite the
struggles, strong family bonds keep them united.
Plot outline: The good people of Llanview, Pennsylvania, lead complicated lives. In a town of
questionable marriage ethics, teenagers grow up fast and fall in love quickly.
The quiet simplicity of small-town living on the Llantano River is frequently
upset by an over-abundance of multiple personalities who disturb the peace.
Despite the jealousy, betrayal, and occasional baby-swapping, Llanview is where
the Buchanan, Lord, and Cramer families struggle to retain the strong family
ties that have always united them.
One Life to Live actors
include Corbin Bleu as Jeffery King as well as returning actors Erika Slezak as
Victoria Lord Buchanan, Robin Strasser as Dorian Lord, Tuc Watkins as David
Vickers, Robert S. Woods as Bo Buchanan, Kassie DePaiva as Blair Cramer, Jerry
verDorn as Clint Buchanan, Florencia Lozano as Tea Delgado, Melissa Archer as
Natalie Buchanan Banks, Hillary B. Smith as Nora Buchanan, Kelley Missal as
Danielle Manning, Josh Kelly as Cutter Wentworth, and Andrew Trischitta as Jack
Manning. Recurring actors include: Sean Ringgold as Shaun Evans, Shenaz
Treasury as Rama Patel, and Nick Choksi as Vimal Patel.
The Buchanans are the power family of OLTL, and true fans know that Erika Slezak who portrays Victoria Lord Buchanan is a very versatile actress, she certainly plays many roles!
I got to see the premiere episodes and am sworn to secrecy, but I do have previews I can share with you!
After a gunshot was fired five years ago, how has life in Pine Valley changed? Who will find love? Who will seek revenge? The characters you have come to love, the characters you will meet for the first time..Find out when all new daily episodes begin, Monday, April 29th!
Character driven drama One Life to Live is back with all new must-see episodes. Filled with action, romance, comedy and it pushes the boundaries of entertainment by exploring cutting-edge social issues.
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| I just couldn't resist including this Photo of Snoop Lion helping to countdown the days until OLTL's return! |
30 minute episodes will be available each weekday with a recap on Friday, and with Guest Appearances by Snoop Lion (formerly known as Snoop Dogg, notorious OLTL fan who has appeared on the show before), as well as Riff Raff and Nervo, and without the restrictions that sometimes come with daytime TV, folks this is NOT your mama's Soap Opera!
Get Social:
A fun way to get ready for Monday would be to interact with each show's Social Media Pages:
All My Children:
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - If you aren't already, you can 'Like' AMC on Facebook
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Stalk, ahem I mean Follow them on Twitter (as shown above, the hashtag is #WATCHAMC)
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Wanna see their pictures? Then Follow via Instagram too!
One Life to Live:
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 'Like' OLTL on Facebook
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow them on Twitter (as shown above, the hashtag is #WATCHOLTL)
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow via Instagram too!
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - And for my Tumblr Peeps: Follow OLTL on Tumblr too
The Online Network:
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow them on @TOLN on Twitter
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow them on YouTube/tolnsoaps
My Take:
Again, I have seen the first episodes but I am sworn to secrecy and cannot reveal any spoilers, but I am so happy to have both shows back on the air! This is not your Mama's Soap Opera butterflies, this is the digital age at it's finest, taking the old and adding a whole new twist to how you watch your beloved shows and now with the added availability of watching on the go, what's NOT to love?
Butterflies, on Monday after you've seen both episodes, come back here and sound off, let us know what YOU think!
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FTC Disclosure:
This is a Sponsored Post from One2One Network and The Online Network, however all opinions expressed herein are 100% my own. I am a long time Soap Opera fan, and a 'General Hospital Moms' Blogger.
