Dylan Everett is best known for his portrayal of Carl on WINGIN’ IT, yet in Family Channel’s Frenemies he steps into a fresh dynamic alongside Bella Thorne and Zendaya. The conversation explores his take on the character, the film, and what fans can expect from this Disney Channel Original Movie.
In Frenemies, Everett plays Lance, Emma’s boyfriend and love interest. Lance comes across as the quintessential cocky, self-centered rich kid with a colossal ego. Picture a modern Richie Rich, but with an even bigger sense of entitlement and far fewer friends.
Finding a connection with Lance proved challenging for the actor. The character’s conceit and preoccupation with himself made it hard to relate, especially since Everett tends to be shy in real life. He chose to lean into the humor and let the scenes carry the personality of the character, letting the moments speak for themselves.
When asked how he would handle a real-life frenemy, Everett emphasized minimizing conflict and making amends quickly, because fighting with a friend is something no one enjoys.
On working with Bella Thorne and Zendaya, Everett notes that he had only one scene with each, yet their energy was contagious. They brought extra vitality to filming, helping lift spirits during long days, and both were kind and approachable off set.
Audiences are likely to be most drawn to the moment when Lance face plants into a fountain of chocolate. It delivers a mischievous payoff as the villain meets a sticky, humorous comeuppance, a page in the script that made him grin when he first read it.
Viewers can catch Frenemies on Family Channel at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The channel also keeps Wingin’ It in rotation, with episodes airing Monday to Thursday at 5 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., and Saturdays at 9:30 a.m.
Beyond the surface, the film blends comedy with teen drama, letting Lance’s swagger clash with Emma’s perspective and driving both conflict and humor throughout the story.
Everett’s approach to Lance balances bravado with a touch of vulnerability, ensuring the character remains entertaining while still relatable, even when his flaws shine through.
In the end Frenemies offers a lighthearted look at rivalries, friendship, and teamwork on set. The project showcases how humor can defuse tension and bring a cast together to tell a fun, memorable story.