Tia Napolitano as showrunner of psychological thriller Cruel Summer, is part of a cast and crew that have been delivering one of the breakout television hits of the year. Currently airing its first season on Freeform, Cruel Summer takes viewers on an intense and thrilling ride through the 90s and has viewers wondering who they can believe.

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We spoke with Tia about the intentional roller coaster the writers have put viewers on, wild fan theories and speculation, the importance of portraying villains as villains, and a satisfying but jaw-dropping ending that will leave the audience stunned…and what that means for a season 2.

Read on for our exclusive interview with Tia Napolitano below:

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