David Bridges
April Fools’ Day brings exciting news for fans: Rick and Morty Season Eight is set to premiere on Adult Swim on May 25, and the first look has officially been released to hype up the anticipation. This announcement was part of Adult Swim’s annual April 1 celebration, which also featured a unique 22-minute special showcasing beloved Rick and Morty moments re-imagined in delightfully bizarre ways. Adult Swim described this special as drawing from “absurd, live-action, theater-based genres,” and it’s a must-watch experience that truly captures the essence of the show’s creativity.
To kick things off, check out the sneak peek for Season Eight, which comes with a playfully vague teaser: “Rick and Morty is back for Season Eight! Life has meaning again! Anything is possible! Prepare for wild adventures featuring Summer, Jerry, Beth, and the alternate Beth. Will Butter Bot be given a brand-new task? Whatever unfolds, you can count on Rick and Morty to keep surprising us. Many have tried to keep them down, but they’ve always bounced back!”
If you’ve ever wanted a human-sized Pickle Rick in your life, you’re in luck! The special broadcast is now available on YouTube for everyone to enjoy:
“We hope you enjoyed our theatrical interpretations of Rick and Morty, especially if you’re someone who’s eager and well-resourced enough to consider funding a Broadway version of the show,” stated Adult Swim president Michael Ouweleen in the press release. “For everyone else, we’re thrilled to inform you that Season Eight is on its way, giving you plenty of time to prepare for what promises to be another incredible season of television.”
We have no doubt about that, and with May 25 on the horizon, fans can look forward to Rick and Morty returning to entertain audiences in over 170 countries. In the U.S., viewers can purchase new episodes the day after they premiere on Adult Swim, and the entire season will be available for streaming starting September 1. It’s time to mark your calendars and prepare for the excitement!
Rick and Morty features the talents of Ian Cardoni and Harry Belden as the titular characters, alongside Sarah Chalke, Chris Parnell, and Spencer Grammer. The series is expertly executive produced by Dan Harmon and Scott Marder, with Marder also serving as the showrunner.
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