"Riverdale" is a television series based on the characters from the Archie Comics. The show premiered in 2017 and is set in the fictional town of Riverdale, where a group of teenagers navigates the complexities of adolescence while dealing with dark secrets and mysteries. The main characters include Archie Andrews, Betty Cooper, Veronica Lodge, and Jughead Jones. The series combines elements of drama, mystery, and romance, exploring themes such as friendship, love, and the impact of crime on a small community.