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Where To Watch Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai – Season 1

Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai Season 1 takes fans back to 1920s Shanghai, decades before the events of the classic Gremlins (1984) film. The story follows 10-year-old Sam Wing, who later becomes the mysterious antique shop owner known as Mr. Wing. Sam's ordinary life changes forever when he discovers the adorable Gizmo, a rare Mogwai with extraordinary powers. Alongside the fearless teenage pickpocket Elle, Sam begins an unforgettable journey across China to return Gizmo to his ancient homeland. Their adventure is filled with magical creatures, legendary monsters, ancient temples, and dangerous villains inspired by Chinese mythology. The trio must stop the ambitious industrialist Riley Greene and his growing army of Gremlins before they unleash chaos. Combining heartwarming friendship, action-packed battles, humor, and fantasy, the series expands the Gremlins universe while honoring the beloved 1984 film with numerous references and exciting new lore.

Adventure Animation Comedy Family Fantasy Horror

Release Date: May 23, 2023
Director: Joe Dante
Genre: Animation , Adventure , Fantasy , Comedy , Family , Horror
Duration: 10 Episodes 30 minutes per episode
Language: English
Starring: Izaac Wang as Sam Wing
Box Office: Not Applicable
Where To Watch: Max , Amazon Prime Video , Apple TV

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Unlike the original Gremlins movies that mainly focused on horror-comedy, this animated prequel explores the ancient origins of the Mogwai and introduces a rich world inspired by Chinese folklore, featuring dragons, forest spirits, magical beasts, and mythical guardians. Executive producer Steven Spielberg returned to oversee the expansion of the franchise, while original Gremlins director Joe Dante served as a consulting producer to ensure the series stayed true to the spirit of the classic films. The show also reveals how young Sam Wing formed his lifelong friendship with Gizmo, explaining the mysterious bond first hinted at in the 1984 movie.

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Although this is an animated prequel, it carefully connects to the original Gremlins movies through hidden references and character history. Zach Galligan, who played Billy Peltzer in the original films, does not reprise his role but remains the only actor credited across all three Gremlins installments, creating a unique connection between the live-action films and the animated series.