Adult Swim has unveiled the first teaser trailer for the eagerly awaited Rick and Morty: The Anime, months after the movie was first teased at San Diego Comic-Con.
‘Rick and Morty: The Anime’ cast and release date details
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Rick and Morty: The Anime is set to premiere its first season in 2024. The teaser trailer, released by Adult Swim, Telecom, and Sola Entertainment, features not only Rick and Morty but also familiar faces like Space Beth, Jerry, Summer, and a Gromflomite general. A notable addition is a new young girl character, appearing alongside Morty.
Director Takashi Sano expressed his honour in being chosen to create a new story within the Rick and Morty universe. He mentioned the pressure of living up to the original’s reputation and detailed his approach for the 10-episode series.
The anime series stars Yōhei Tadano as Rick Sanchez and Keisuke Chiba as Morty Smith, reprising their roles from the Japanese dub of the original series. Joining them is Manabu Muraji as Jerry Smith, Akiha Matsui as Summer Smith, and Jun Irie as Beth Smith, adding depth to the familiar Smith household dynamic.
What we know about the synopsis so far
Sano aims to capture the essence of Rick and Morty, compressing his favourite aspects and adding a unique Japanese twist. Viewers can expect adventurous escapades through time and space, with a final state of mind that mirrors the feelings evoked by the original series.
The idea of an anime adaptation first emerged with the release of five anime shorts between 2020 and 2021, commissioned by Adult Swim.
Following overwhelming fan support for these shorts, a full spin-off series was commissioned. While specific plot details remain under wraps, it seems Morty might be getting a new love interest. It’s still unclear whether the series will crossover with the flagship Rick and Morty show.
The show will revolve around the adventures of the Smith household, particularly mad scientist and samurai Rick Sanchez, and his grandchildren, Morty and Summer Smith. Jerry and Beth Smith, Rick’s daughter, continue to disapprove of these interdimensional escapades, adding to the family tension and humour.
Watch the first teaser trailer below: