Sneak Peek: What's in the Trailer?
Fans of Rick and Morty were treated to a thrilling sneak peek of the anime on January 22, 2024. The teaser trailer, released on Adult Swim's YouTube channel, gave viewers a glimpse of Rick and Morty in a mysterious rocky area, with an enchanting version of the Aurora Borealis illuminating the sky above them. In the trailer, Rick muses about the limitations of life and the infinite possibilities that exist, adding a thought-provoking layer to the upcoming series.
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The trailer also showcased Rick taking a swig from his flask while examining a small energy construct in a test tube. His contemplation on the choices people make and the paths they follow hints at the deep and introspective themes that will be explored in the anime. While the plot remains shrouded in mystery, it's clear that the series will offer a captivating and original story, intertwined with elements adapted from the main Rick and Morty series.
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Director and Animation Studio
The upcoming Rick and Morty anime series is in the talented hands of director Takashi Sano, known for his work on the Rick and Morty anime shorts, 'Rick and Morty vs. Genocider' and 'Summer Meets God (Rick Meets Evil)'. Sano's impressive directorial portfolio includes notable projects such as Tower of God and the cutscenes for the video game Fire Emblem: Three Houses. The 10-episode anime series is being brought to life at Telecom Animation Film Co., Ltd., with Sola Entertainment producing the series alongside veteran producers Maki Nagano, Max Nishi, and Takenari Maeda. Telecom Animation Film Co., Ltd. is renowned for its contributions to anime such as Lupin III, Tower of God, Shenmue: The Animation, and Don't Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro.
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Crew Details and Opening Song
The creative team behind the Rick and Morty anime series is a powerhouse of talent, with executive producers Jason Demarco and Joseph Chou joining director Takashi Sano. Art director Arisa Matsuzawa, color designer Makiko Kojima, CGI director Yi Cao, special effects director Kaori Kobayashi, composite director Tatsuo Nouguchi, editor Yashio Kasahara, sound director Kōichi Iizuka, and composer Tetsuya Takahashi are all set to lend their expertise to the series. The opening theme, 'Love is Entropy' by OC from Code of Zero, promises to set the tone for the anime with its captivating lyrics, music, and arrangement by Cameron Earnshaw. The star-studded crew and the captivating opening song are sure to elevate the viewing experience for fans of Rick and Morty.