Jane the Virgin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jane the Virgin |
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| Narrated by | Anthony Mendez |
| Theme music composer | Gustavo Santaolalla |
| Composer(s) | Kevin Kiner |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | English Spanish |
| No. of seasons | 5 |
| No. of episodes | 100 (list of episodes) |
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| Production location(s) | Los Angeles, California Manhattan Beach, California |
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| Camera setup | Single-camera |
| Running time | 40–43 minutes |
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| Distributor | CBS Television Distribution Warner Bros. Television Distribution |
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| Original network | The CW |
| Picture format | 1080i ( HDTV) |
| Audio format | Dolby Digital 5.1 with Spanish-language dubbing on SAP channel (where available) |
| Original release | October 13, 2014 – present |
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| Related shows | La virgen de la calle |
Jane the Virgin is an American TV show that mixes romantic stories, comedy, and drama. It also makes fun of common themes found in Latin American TV shows called telenovelas. Jennie Snyder Urman created the series, which first aired on October 13, 2014, on The CW channel.
The show is based on a Venezuelan telenovela called Juana la Virgen, created by Perla Farías. It stars Gina Rodriguez as Jane Villanueva, a young woman who accidentally becomes pregnant due to a medical mix-up. The story follows her unexpected journey as she deals with this big change in her life.
About Jane the Virgin
Jane the Virgin is known for its unique storytelling. It often uses a narrator to explain what's happening, much like a storybook. The show also uses special effects and on-screen text to add to the humor and drama. It explores themes of family, love, and finding your own path.
Awards and Recognition
The show has won many awards and received praise from critics. At the 72nd Golden Globe Awards, Jane the Virgin was nominated for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy. The show also received a Peabody Award, which is a very respected honor for TV programs.
Gina Rodriguez, who plays Jane, won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Musical or Comedy for her role. In 2014, the American Film Institute chose Jane the Virgin as one of the top 10 TV shows of the year.
Changes to the Show's Title
Starting with the fourth episode of its third season, the show's title card changed. The words "The Virgin" were crossed out. Instead, a new word or phrase appeared that matched what was happening in that specific episode. This change reflected the story, as Jane's life was no longer defined by that part of her past.
Final Season of the Show
On April 2, 2018, The CW announced that Jane the Virgin would have a fifth and final season. This last season premiered on March 27, 2019, bringing Jane's story to a close.
Images for kids
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Gina Rodriguez plays the main character, Jane.
See also
In Spanish: Jane the Virgin para niños
