Rick and Morty
Rick and Morty is an American adult animated science fiction sitcom created by Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon for Cartoon Network's nighttime programming block Adult Swim. The series follows the misadventures of Rick Sanchez, a cynical mad scientist, and his good-hearted but fretful grandson Morty Smith, who split their time between domestic life and interdimensional adventures that take place across an infinite number of realities, often traveling to other planets and dimensions through portals and on Rick's flying saucer. The general concept of Rick and Morty relies on two conflicting scenarios: domestic family drama and a misanthropic grandfather dragging his grandson into hijinks.
Roiland initially voiced the eponymous characters, with Chris Parnell, Spencer Grammer, and Sarah Chalke voicing the rest of Rick and Morty's family. Adult Swim cut ties with Roiland in 2023 amid allegations of domestic abuse; Ian Cardoni and Harry Belden were recast in his roles beginning with the seventh season. The series originated from an animated short parody film of Back to the Future created by Roiland for Channel 101, a short film festival Harmon co-founded. In May 2018, a long-term deal was made with Cartoon Network that ordered 70 new episodes. By November 2024, the series had been renewed through season twelve. The ninth season began airing on May 24, 2026 and concluded on July 26, 2026.
Since its debut, the series has received critical acclaim for its writing, originality, creativity, and humor. It has been nominated for three Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Animated Program and won the award twice in 2018 and 2020. It has also received two Annie Awards. At times, it has been the most viewed television comedy for adults between 18 and 24. The popularity of Rick and Morty has made it a merchandising and media franchise. A film based on the series is in development.
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