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'Riverdale' is without a doubt one of this year's most successful new small screen properties. Enjoying a much talked about first season, it's already gone into production with a second on the way later this year, returning much sooner than anybody had expected.

KJ Apa led the CW show as Archie

Following characters based on those that were first introduced in the Archie Comics universe, the series is a lot darker than anybody would have imagined, with one of the students at Riverdale High murdered, execution style with a shot to the head.

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When it was announced a series was coming to The CW based on the characters from the long-running Archie Comics books, not many people could have guessed the direction in which the show has now taken. Opening up a murder mystery tale that has been compared to the likes of 'Twin Peaks' in its first season, it's fair to say that the TV show has branched far out from its source material, bringing a darker look at the town of Riverdale to fans.

KJ Apa stars as Archie in The CW's 'Riverdale'

NOTE: Spoilers for 'Riverdale' season 1 lay ahead!

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When it was revealed that the characters of the long-running Archie comic book series would be the premise for a brand new show on The CW, not everybody was convinced it would be a success. Titled 'Riverdale', the series has however already proven itself to be addictive and compelling viewing, even earning praise which has seen it compared to the returning hit series 'Twin Peaks'.

Cole Sprouse and KJ Apa star in CW series 'Riverdale'

Now with just two episodes to go in the show's first season, fans are gearing up for an incredible reveal as the killer of Jason Blossom (Trevor Stines) is to be shown in scenes sure to shock next week. Whilst the identity of the murderer is still up in the air, there are plenty of theories floating around as to who may be responsible for Jason's death. They'll be laid to rest after next week's episode however, and now a new trailer has been released teasing that killer reveal.

Continue reading: New 'Riverdale' Trailer Teases Jason Blossom Killer Reveal

Those who doubted the impact a television series based on characters from the Archie comic books could have on the world will be eating their words, as The CW series 'Riverdale' continues to impress with its slick style of storytelling, unique take on the world of young adults and a murder mystery that continues to leave viewers stumped.

KJ Apa and Lili Reinhart star as Archie and Betty in 'Riverdale'

Often compared to 'Twin Peaks' - which will be making its return for a new season next month in both the US and the UK - the show is now gearing up to wrap its first season on May 11 with its 13th episode, 'Chapter Thirteen: The Sweet Hereafter'.

Continue reading: 'Riverdale' Season 1 Finale Synopsis Promises Drama And Confrontation

Many wondered exactly what a show based on the characters from Archie comic books would look like; then CW series 'Riverdale' came along. Created by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and starring such talents as K.J. Apa, Lili Reinhart, Camila Mendes and Cole Sprouse, the series has become a huge hit with those watching at home throughout its first season.

K.J. Apa and Luke Perry star in 'Riverdale'

The show wasted no time in taking dark and twisted turns, telling the story of a murder mystery throughout that first season to-date when Jason Blossom (Trevor Stines) washed up with a bullet hole in his forehead. Exactly who shot the gun and ended Jason's life however is still yet to be determined, but viewers are expecting to find out who's responsible by the time the season 1 finale has come to a close.

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