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Netflix has just revealed a long-awaited spin-off to one of Nickelodeon's most beloved shows, more than a decade since it wrapped up. The original programme ran for four hugely successful seasons and launched the careers of several major stars, including one of the planet's biggest pop sensations. Cameras are now rolling in Vancouver for Hollywood Arts, which will transport viewers back into the universe of Victorious. Featuring the talents of Victoria Justice, Elizabeth Gillies and Wicked's Ariana Grande, the original show was set at a prestigious performing arts secondary school where aspiring teenagers honed their entertainment industry skills. Original cast member Daniella Monet, who played Trina Vega, the elder sibling of Justice's character Tori, will return to her role for the much-anticipated sequel, reports the Mirror . Several years following the conclusion of the series, Trina remains without her breakthrough moment, prompting her to return to her former school to mentor a fresh cohort of stardom-seeking pupils. Speaking via Tudum, Monet revealed: "Coming back as Trina alongside such a dynamic, powerful cast of newcomers is something I feel very lucky and grateful to do. "Victorious was in a lot of ways life-changing for all of us. Our cast is forever bonded by that experience, and to think that I have an opportunity to steward anything close to that is a feeling I can't begin to describe." According to the synopsis: "Trina is back at Hollywood Arts High School, and this time she's stepping behind the desk. "The struggling performer finds herself filling in as a substitute teacher at the prestigious school, where she surprises herself by inspiring a group of ambitious teens." Joining Monet is an impressive ensemble of rising stars, including Alyssa Miles (Hanging out with Alyssa and Xavier), Emmy Liu-Wang (Raven's Home), Peyton Jackson (Woman in the Yard), Erika Swayze (Workin' Moms) and Martin Kamm (Unsung Hero). Additionally, Yvette Nicole Brown from Community will be making a guest appearance as Principal Helen, having previously appeared in Victorious' original run as well as Nickelodeon's equally popular teen comedy, Drake and Josh. The show will be run and executive produced by Jake Farrow (Victorious, iCarly) and Samantha Martin (Henry Danger, Danger Force), with Monet also serving as an executive producer. While an exact release date has not been announced, Netflix has confirmed that Hollywood Arts will premiere its first season in 2026. In the meantime, fans can catch up with every episode of the original series while they wait for the sequel. Victorious is available to stream on Netflix.
