Prime Video Obsessed Fest Brings First Looks, Panels and Jennifer Lopez Surprise – Prime Video Obsessed Fest brought some of the streamer’s biggest young adult worlds together for its first-ever fan celebration in Los Angeles.
The sold-out event took place on June 27 and delivered panels, first looks, behind-the-scenes reveals and live performances tied to some of Prime Video’s most anticipated series and films.
Fans were given access to talent from The Love Hypothesis, Off Campus, Every Year After, Elle, The Devil’s Mouth, Maxton Hall, Your Fault: London, Drawn Together, The Last Sunrise and Red, White & Royal Blue.
The event also featured a surprise appearance from Jennifer Lopez. The global star performed her new single Everything’s Fine, as well as her 2011 hit On the Floor, which has enjoyed a new viral resurgence through Off Campus.
Jennifer Lopez surprise and fan moments
Among the major moments from Prime Video Obsessed Fest was Lopez’s performance ahead of the Off Campus panel.
The event also included appearances from Lili Reinhart, Tom Bateman, Lana Condor, Gavin Casalegno, Lexi Minetree, Casey McQuiston, Carley Fortune, Mercedes Ron, Anna Todd, Damian Hardung, Benito Skinner, Owen Thiele, Antonio Cipriano, Mika Abdalla, Ella Bright and more.
The Amazon Music Lounge gave fans another way to connect with the stories. Asha Banks performed an acoustic set featuring songs from My Fault: London, Your Fault: London and Off Campus.
Meanwhile, Off Campus creator Louisa Levy discussed the musical identity of the series. Fans also explored curated playlists, podcasts and audiobooks linked to Obsessed Fest titles through headphone stations.
The Beaches also surprised fans with a performance of Edge of the Earth, which is featured in Off Campus.
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Prime Video reveals new first looks
Prime Video used Obsessed Fest to make several announcements across its YA slate.
Benito Skinner revealed that Grammy Award-winning artist Zedd will guest star in a Spring Break episode of Overcompensating season two.
Prime Video also debuted the first teaser for The Love Hypothesis, starring Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman.
A new clip and book cover were revealed for Drawn Together, while Prime Video confirmed a December launch for the final season of Maxton Hall.
First-look images were also released for The Last Sunrise, which premieres August 26 on Prime Video.
Amazon MGM Studios has also signed a first-look deal with Culpables author Mercedes Ron, continuing its partnership with the bestselling author.
In another major announcement, Every Year After has been renewed for a second season. The series is based on Carley Fortune’s Barry’s Bay universe.
Season one adapts Fortune’s bestselling novel Every Summer After. Season two will expand the world through her second novel One Golden Summer, while continuing to follow fan-favourite stories and characters from the first season.
Selected quotes from Obsessed Fest
Tom Bateman spoke about his connection to The Love Hypothesis during the event.
“I fell in love with this story. I love it so much and am really proud of what everyone did.”
Lili Reinhart also reflected on playing Olive in the adaptation.
“I just really fell in love with Olive and Adam as I read the script and as I read the book. I thought they were so charming.”
Lana Condor said The Devil’s Mouth pushed her out of her comfort zone.
“I really wanted to do something that challenged me and pushed me out of my comfort zone.”
Damian Hardung also reflected on the emotional connection fans have with Maxton Hall.
“There’s these phases of our life that we always look back on with fondness to it.”
Prime Video streamed the event exclusively on TikTok, giving fans around the world access to the panels, reveals and surprise performances from the day.
Prime Video Obsessed Fest now adds another fan-focused event to the streamer’s growing YA slate, with new projects, returning favourites and major adaptations ahead on Prime Video
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