Popular (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Series · ★ 6.6
Released in 1999, Popular is a comedy and drama series.
What it’s about. Brooke McQueen, a popular cheerleader at Jacqueline Kennedy High School, and Sam McPherson, the editor of the school paper, are polar opposites. When their single parents unexpectedly meet and get engaged, Brooke and Sam have to deal with their new situation on top of regular teenage girl problems.
Who’s in it. Popular stars Leslie Bibb as Brooke McQueen, Carly Pope as Sam McPherson, Tamara Mello as Lily Esposito and Christopher Gorham as Harrison John, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Popular has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Popular page.
If you liked it. Fans of Popular tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Popular (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Popular change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Popular worth watching?
- Popular holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Popular?
- Popular stars Leslie Bibb, Carly Pope, Tamara Mello, Christopher Gorham and Sara Rue.
- When was Popular released?
- Popular was released in 1999.