All About Red Band Society, the New Show That May Break Your Heart

Nolan Sotillo and Ciara Bravo play Jordi and Emma. They're kind of being set up for a love triangle with Emma's other interest, Leo (Charlie Rowe). It's supercute, except that they're just two of the patients in the pediatric wing of the hospital. As much as you want to focus on their adorable budding romance, it's hard not to be terrified that Emma will succumb to her eating disorder and Jordi's cancer will spread.

The series kicks off with Jordi showing up at the hospital and asking for medical attention. He has a really serious type of cancer, one that could soon claim his life if not treated. Naturally, a caring doctor (Dave Annable) takes him under his wing. Though we've just met this character, Jordi's desperation really tugs on your heartstrings.

Charlie (Griffin Gluck) is the narrator of the show, and he's in a coma. I repeat: the narrator of the show is a young child in a coma. The tactic is effective given that Charlie can hear everything that's going on around him and provide commentary, but it's still a pretty big downer.

I don't know if the word "gang" really qualifies, but it looks like Jordi is the newest member of Dash and Leo's friend crew. The boys are witty and cool, but your heart will ache when Leo talks about how he lost his leg.

This will not make you sad. It'll actually make you really grateful that there's a McDreamy-status doctor around to alleviate your potential sadness. (Also, is that "Mc" coincidental or a total nod to the hot Grey's Anatomy doc?)

The reality is that these are really sick kids and teenagers. The process of seeing them go through treatment while living in a hospital is bound to be rough, but the coming-of-age aspect of the show is extremely endearing. I'm already liking how they're setting up friendships and relationships, and the pilot is original and fun enough for me to stick around for the next few episodes to see how things progress. Will you be tuning in this Fall?