If one thing saved Shadowhunters Season 1 from total obscurity, it was its cast. While early reviews lambasted the actors for stiffness, those who stuck around saw a group of young performers growing into their roles in real time.
Shadowhunters Season 1 is currently streaming on Hulu, Peacock, and Freeform (as of 2025). Do yourself a favor: watch it with a group of friends, a bottle of wine, and a healthy appreciation for camp. And remember: the runes are on the skin, not the soul. Shadowhunters - Season 1
Katherine McNamara’s Clary is a force of nature. Unlike the often-passive protagonists of early YA adaptations, this version of Clary is proactive and artistic, using her creativity to solve magical problems. Her chemistry with Dominic Sherwood’s Jace is immediate. Jace is the archetypal bad boy with a heart of gold—arrogant, skilled, and haunted by a mysterious past. Their relationship, often referred to as "Clace" by fans, drives much of the emotional tension of the season. If one thing saved Shadowhunters Season 1 from