Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: 5Star
Type: Scripted
Rating: 8.0/10
Sofia's Diary
Overview
Sofia's Diary is a British drama web series distributed through the social networking platform Bebo. Based on the Portuguese series of the same name, which debuted in 2003, it follows the life of a teenage girl named Sofia, portrayed by Rachel Hyde-Harvey. In 2008, the series was acquired by Channel Five, becoming the second web series to be broadcast on British television. Its first two seasons aired on Fiver. After an eight-month hiatus, Sofia's Diary returned to Bebo on May 29, 2009, with a six-week third season. Unlike the previous seasons, new episodes were released twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays. The series was initially sponsored by Sure Girl, while the third season was produced in partnership with Transport for London to support a road safety awareness campaign aimed at teenagers.
This production, originally released in 2008, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama, Soap genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 8.0 across its 3 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama and Soap.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Rachel Harvey
Sofia Taylor
Lucia Giannecchini
Emma Taylor
Stephen P. Haynes
Harry
Gavin Stenhouse
Sean Walker
Paul Opacic
Simon Taylor
Georgina Leahy
Rebecca Nixon
Seasons
Series 1
65 Episodes • Aired 2008-03-17
Season 1 follows Sofia as she moves from Stockport to London and begins a new chapter in her life. As she adjusts to a new school, she navigates the challenges of making new friends and fitting in. Episodes were originally released on weekdays.
Series 2
65 Episodes • Aired 2008-06-16
Season 2 follows Sofia and Jill as they cope with the devastating loss of Sean after he is fatally shot. As they navigate their grief, Sofia leans on a close friend while facing difficult decisions that will shape her future. Episodes were originally released on weekdays.
Series 3
10 Episodes • Aired 2009-05-29
Season 3 explores themes of growing up and road safety as Sofia faces new challenges and major life changes. Jill signs with a record label, Sofia moves in with Alice, and Wicked Magazine shuts down, marking the end of an era. Episodes were released on Tuesdays and Fridays. The season concluded on 30 June 2009 after a one-month run.
