Jessica Darling’s It List

In the vibrant halls of Maplewood High, Jessica Darling is on the cusp of her junior year, armed with ambitions and insecurities that come with being a teenager. As she navigates the social minefield of cliques and crushes, Jessica stumbles upon a clandestine list circulating among her classmates—an “It List” that dictates who is in, who is out, and what truly defines popularity in the unforgiving landscape of high school.

Jessica, an aspiring writer with a biting sense of humor, finds herself unexpectedly chosen to join the elite group of girls on the list—a coveted position that offers her social status but also a barrage of unexpected challenges. As friendships deepen and rivalries ignite, Jessica must confront not only the pressure to conform but the tangled web of her own desires and identity. With her best friend Beth by her side, she embarks on a quest to find her authentic self, learning that being “in” often comes at a cost.

Along the way, she grapples with the fallout of her decisions and the consequences of the superficial relationships that come with her newfound status. Heartfelt moments arise as Jessica balances her responsibilities to her friends with her ambition to succeed academically and stay true to her quirky passions, including her love for writing and her secret crush on a charming yet misunderstood classmate, Marcus.

As the school year unfolds, alliances shift, and Jessica discovers the hidden depths of her so-called friends, prompting her to question the values of her peers and the nature of true friendship. Can she reclaim her voice and define her own path before graduation threatens to silence her?

Jessica Darling’s It List weaves a poignant yet humorous tale about the trials and triumphs of adolescence, wrapped in a coming-of-age story that explores the themes of self-acceptance, authenticity, and the universal struggle to find where one truly belongs. With a diverse cast of characters and relatable experiences, this series offers viewers a refreshing perspective on high school life, inspiring them to embrace their uniqueness and redefine what it means to be part of the “in” crowd.