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The Independent
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Rick and Morty is getting a spin-off at Adult Swim
Adult Swim has announced President Curtis, a new adult animated comedy spin-off based on the Rick and Morty character President Andre Curtis. Keith David will reprise his role as the titular character, leading the cast which also includes Stephanie Beatriz and Jim Rash. The series is co-created by Rick and Morty executive producers Dan Harmon and James Siciliano. The show will focus on President Curtis and his eccentric staff tackling various crises, such as interdimensional diplomacy and paranormal investigations, that 'Rick Sanchez' would typically ignore. While no release date has been announced, Adult Swim expressed confidence in the show's ability to stand on its own merits, separate from its Rick and Morty origins.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rick and Morty spin-off announced based on fan-favorite character
Adult Swim have announced a new spin-off show based on the adventures of the Rick and Morty character President Andre Curtis. The new adult animated comedy, named President Curtis, will see Keith David reprise his role as the title character. Co-created by Rick and Morty executive producers Dan Harmon and James Siciliano, and along with David, the series will also star Brooklyn Nine-Nine's Stephanie Beatriz and Jim Rash, who famously worked with Harmon on the much-loved sitcom Community. The show has been described as following 'the Commander-in-Chief and his eccentric staff as they tackle the kind of crises that Rick Sanchez could never be bothered with - from interdimensional diplomacy to paranormal investigations and unexplained phenomena.' In a statement, David said: 'President Curtis has always been a blast to play. Getting to explore his world more deeply in this new series is a dream. I can't wait for fans to see what kind of chaos he stirs up when Rick isn't around to steal the spotlight.' Harmon and Siciliano added: 'President Curtis has always been one of our favorite characters to write — he's the only person in the multiverse who can go toe-to-toe with Rick and still hold office. Now we finally get to go on sci-fi missions from Curtis' point of view. And with Keith David leading the charge, it's going to be a wild ride.' Adult Swim president Michael Ouweleen said: 'This is a series we would have greenlit even if it didn't have anything at all to do with Rick and Morty. President Andre Curtis is just that good of a character. The rest of the world the team has fleshed out is super fun and totally stands on its own. We can't wait for you to see it.' A release date for President Curtis has not yet been announced. Rick and Morty is currently airing its eighth season. The show survived upheaval in 2023 when co-creator Justin Roiland left the production after being charged with domestic violence. Roiland's charges were dismissed on the grounds of 'insufficient evidence,' but he was later repeatedly accused of further sexual misconduct. A lawyer representing Roiland said the allegations were 'false and defamatory.' Roiland's role voicing both Rick and Morty was recast. Ian Cardoni now voices Rick Sanchez, while Harry Belden voices Morty Smith. Speaking about the multiple allegations facing Roiland, Harmon said he was 'ashamed and heartbroken' by his co-creator's alleged actions.
Gizmodo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
‘Rick and Morty' Is Getting a Presidential Spin-Off
As Rick and Morty continues to roll out its excellent eighth season, fans now have even more to look forward to than Rick and Morty seasons nine, 10, 11, and 12. President Curtis, a spin-off featuring one of the show's recurring supporting characters, is officially a go at Adult Swim. And yes, the legendary Keith David will be back voicing the POTUS. The President's clashes with Rick go all the way back to the season two episode 'Get Schwifty'—and he's popped up several times since then, usually beefing with Rick and/or getting himself involved in something very un-presidential. There was that time he transformed into a turkey, as well as the time he dropped a lightsaber at the exact wrong angle and very nearly destroyed the Earth's core. He recently tried out being a hive mind as part of an ill-fated scheme to raise his approval ratings. Also, don't ask him to take a selfie with you. Just don't. President Curtis was co-created by Rick and Morty executive producers Dan Harmon and James Siciliano. According to an Adult Swim press release, the series 'follows the Commander-in-Chief and his eccentric staff as they tackle the kind of crises Rick Sanchez could never be bothered with—from interdimensional diplomacy to paranormal investigations and unexplained phenomena.' Members of that eccentric staff will include characters voiced by Community's Jim Rash and Brooklyn Nine-Nine's Stephanie Beatriz. David appeared at the Rick and Morty San Diego Comic-Con panel to announce the news. In the press release, he sounded as excited as fans will surely be. 'President Curtis has always been a blast to play. Getting to explore his world more deeply in this new series is a dream. I can't wait for fans to see what kind of chaos he stirs up when Rick isn't around to steal the spotlight.' Harmon and Siciliano called President Curtis 'one of our favorite characters to write,' noting, 'He's the only person in the multiverse who can go toe-to-toe with Rick and still hold office. Now we finally get to go on sci-fi missions from Curtis' point of view. And with Keith David leading the charge, it's going to be a wild ride.' Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
