The latest trailer for Season 7 of "Rick and Morty" has just been released, and fans will notice a significant change. Rick Sanchez and Morty Smith, the central characters, will be portrayed by different actors in the upcoming season.
The trailer for the new season, scheduled to premiere on Sunday, October 15, on Adult Swim, was unveiled on Monday. However, the identities of the new voice actors taking on the roles of Rick and Morty will remain undisclosed until the season's debut.
A spokesperson from Adult Swim shared a statement with USA TODAY, stating, "We want the show to stand on its own merits. We have confidence in the quality of the season and our new voice actors, and we aim to preserve the viewing experience for our dedicated fans."
In January, Adult Swim made the decision to part ways with Justin Roiland, the co-creator of the Emmy-winning show who had also provided the voices for Rick and Morty in the first six seasons. So, who is Justin Roiland and why was he replaced in Rick and Morty?
Justin Roiland: Why was he replaced in Rick and Morty?
Throughout the first six seasons of "Rick and Morty," Justin Roiland was the voice actor for both titular characters and even took on roles for some supporting characters. He, alongside Dan Harmon, co-created the show. However, the role of showrunner shifted to other producers in subsequent seasons.
In January, NBC News reported that Roiland had faced legal charges in May 2020, including one felony count of domestic battery with corporal injury and one felony count of false imprisonment under various circ*mstances, stemming from a criminal complaint made by an anonymous woman who claimed to have been in a dating relationship with Roiland at that time. Roiland pleaded not guilty to these charges and maintained his innocence.
Subsequently, Adult Swim severed its ties with Justin Roiland, as did other networks such as Hulu, which produces Roiland's animated sci-fi series, "Solar Opposites."
In February, The Hollywood Reporter conducted an extensive investigation into Roiland's animation ventures, alleging that his workplace conduct had made colleagues uncomfortable for an extended period.
A month later, the Orange County district attorney's office dropped the charges against Roiland, citing insufficient evidence to establish the case beyond a reasonable doubt. In response to this development, Roiland released a public statement expressing gratitude for the dismissal while also expressing the deep impact of the negative allegations made against him during the process.
Rick and Morty: Who is Justin Roiland?
Justin Roiland is an American animator, voice actor, writer, and comedian born on February 21, 1980, in Stockton, California. He is most notably recognized as the co-creator of the wildly popular animated series "Rick and Morty." Roiland not only co-created the show alongside Dan Harmon but also lent his voice to the titular characters, Rick Sanchez and Morty Smith, throughout the first six seasons. His unique and often improvisational vocal performances have been a cornerstone of the show's appeal.
Beyond "Rick and Morty," Roiland co-created the animated series "Solar Opposites" and has been involved in various other animated projects. Before his animation career, he co-founded Channel 101, an alternative television network that showcased creative comedy projects.
Roiland's contributions to entertainment extend to entrepreneurship as well. He co-founded Squanch Games, a video game company known for its quirky and humorous game titles.
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What is Rick and Morty?
"Rick and Morty" is an American animated television series created by Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon. The show first premiered on Adult Swim, a late-night programming block on Cartoon Network, in December 2013. It is renowned for its unique blend of science fiction, dark humor, satire, and clever storytelling.
What is animation?
Animation is a visual art form and a filmmaking technique that involves creating the illusion of motion by displaying a rapid sequence of static images or frames. These images, when played in succession at a high speed, create the perception of movement. Animation can take various forms, including 2D animation, 3D animation, stop-motion animation, and more.
- What is Rick and Morty?
"Rick and Morty" is an American animated television series created by Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon. The show first premiered on Adult Swim, a late-night programming block on Cartoon Network, in December 2013. It is renowned for its unique blend of science fiction, dark humor, satire, and clever storytelling. - What is animation?
Animation is a visual art form and a filmmaking technique that involves creating the illusion of motion by displaying a rapid sequence of static images or frames. These images, when played in succession at a high speed, create the perception of movement. Animation can take various forms, including 2D animation, 3D animation, stop-motion animation, and more.
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