How does one say “wubbalubbadubdub” in Japanese? We have no idea,but perhaps we’ll find out inRick and Morty: The Anime, which just released a brand-new trailer as well as an official premiere date. The first official spin-off for Adult Swim’s wildly popular adult animated series that is directed byTower of GodfilmmakerTakashi Sano,Rick and Morty: The Animeis set to portray the wacky multiversal world ofRick and Mortylike never before.
Despite the noticeably different art style, the new trailer forRick and Morty: The Animeis packed with several characters, locations, and references that fans of the main series are bound to recognize. This includesthe return of Space Beth(Takako Fuji / Patricia Duran) and other familiar supporting characters like Birdperson and the President, not to mention the very welcome resurgence of Morty’s Mind Blowers. That being said, there’s also some brand-new elements that are completely unique toRick and Morty: The Anime, such as a brand-new love interest for Morty.
Along with the new ten-episode series,Rick and Morty: The Animewill also feature a brand-new voice cast, both for the Japanese-language version and the English dub. This includesYouhei TadanoandJoe Danielsas Rick,Keisuke ChibaandGabriel Regojoas Morty,Akiha MatsuiandDonna Bella Littonas Summer,Manabu Murajiand Joe Daniels as Jerry, and Takako Fuji and Patricia Duran as Beth. No word yet on if any stars and voice actors from the main series will stop by for an appearance or cameo, but really anything’s possible in the multiverse.
When and Where is ‘Rick and Morty: The Anime’ Releasing?
It’s no secret that anime enthusiasts consistently debate over watching their shows in Japanese or English, but in the case ofRick and Morty: The Anime, you’ll be able to experience both. The English dub ofRick and Morty: The Animewill haveits official premiere on Adult Swim on Thursday, August 15, at midnight. As for the Japanese version, that will be available to watch on Adult Swim on Saturday, August 17, at midnight, all duringthe network’s recently-revived Toonami block. Keeping in line with Adult Swim’s other shows, new episodes will then become available to stream on Max the day after they premiere on TV. New episodes will also be available to purchase the next day on digital.
The premiere ofRick and Morty: The Animemay only be a month away, but fans may be able to get an early look at the series. Adult Swim has also announced thatRick and Morty: The Animeis going on tour with the patented Rickmobile and Mortymobile. The grand tour will be kicking off at the impendingSan Diego Comic-Con, and you’re able to findthe full list of dates and locations at rickmobile.com.
The series that started it all,Rick and Morty, is currently available to stream on Max.
Rick and Morty
The fractured domestic lives of a nihilistic mad scientist and his anxious grandson are further complicated by their inter-dimensional misadventures.
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