The Body – Character Guide and Noteworthy Information
This is a show and character reference guide for Netflix’s “The Body” — Whether you’re just starting or revisiting the story, this guide will help you navigate the people, places, and lore that define its world.
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World Overview
. Below is an overview of the world-building elements that shape the series.
Devil House – The Body Season 1 Episode 1 (Netflix)
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Character(s) Introduced in Season 1/ Episode 1
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Character Summary
Lisbeth formerly was homeschooled and heavily involved with her church, as she was seen as anointed. However, after something happened, she ends up no longer homeschooled and going to St. Mark’s her senior year, and like many former homeschooled kids, she just wants to fit in despite being raised with the privilege to stand out.
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Character Summary
Grace is the niece of the Father at St. Mark’s and someone Elise has a deep-rooted hatred for, for reasons not revealed in the premiere. Yet, from what we see, her only sin is being a bit more innocent than the other girls.
Character Details
- AIM Screenname (S1E1): amazzzingGrace
Character Summary
Anya is one half of the decision makers when it comes to the Lions as a dance team at St. Mark’s, with her best friend Elise being the other half. Often she is presented as the angel to Elise’s devil but it might be that she isn’t so much a good person as she is a passive one.
Character Details
- AIM Screenname (S1E1): 99per_cent_Angel
- Grade (1.1): Senior
Character Summary
Elise is the head mean girl of the Lion’s dance squad, but while she can come off callous, she has a soft spot for Anya, who appears to be her crush.
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Character Summary
Leo is Lisbeth’s brother who is struggling with integrating, or assimilating, with other kids slightly more than she is. Mainly because, while Lisbeth seems comfortable in her eccentricities and what makes her different, Leo hasn’t found a way to embrace that or find people who might embrace him.
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Character Summary
Steven is a jock who is Anya’s boyfriend and generally seems like a good dude — hence why other girls, like Grace, have a crush on him.
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- Sport of Choice (S1E1): Swim team
Character Summary
Father Franklin is one of the religious leaders at St. Mark’s and also is Grace’s uncle. From what we see, he is a good guy and works hard to maintain the expectations of his position.
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