It’s a witch hunt when Riverdale goes to war against Communism, Comics, and the LGBTQ+ community in Season 7, Episode 13: “Chapter One Hundred Thirty: The Crucible”, and we’re here to break it all down on our podcast. When Ms. Thornton gets removed for being a suspected Communist, Archie spirals out of control. Meanwhile, Hiram returns to town and needs something from Veronica. Jughead and Ethel sell comics under the table. And Cheryl, Toni, Clay and Kevin are under fire for their sexuality. Plus, Ms. Grundy returns??
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“The Crucible” Synopsis:
Here’s the official synopsis for Riverdale, Season 7, Episode 13, “The Crucible,” via The CW:
HIRAM LODGE (MARK CONSUELOS) ARRIVES IN RIVERDALE / MÄDCHEN AMICK DIRECTS — Panic ensues after Archie (KJ Apa) and the gang learn that Mrs. Thornton (guest star Frances Flanagan) is accused of being a communist. Cheryl’s (Madelaine Petsch) father Clifford (guest star Barclay Hope) forces her to out gay students at Riverdale High or risk losing power over the Vixens. Meanwhile, Hiram’s (guest star Mark Consuelos) surprise arrival to town is quickly met with suspicion by Veronica (Camila Mendes), and Jughead (Cole Sprouse) devises a plan to get around a boycott of comic books. Lili Reinhart, Casey Cott and Vanessa Morgan also star. Mädchen Amick directed the episode written by Janine Salinas Schoenberg & Will Ewing (#713). Original airdate 6/28/2023.
