The fractured domestic lives of a nihilistic mad scientist and his anxious grandson are further complicated by their inter-dimensional misadventures.The fractured domestic lives of a nihilistic mad scientist and his anxious grandson are further complicated by their inter-dimensional misadventures.The fractured domestic lives of a nihilistic mad scientist and his anxious grandson are further complicated by their inter-dimensional misadventures.
- Won 2 Primetime Emmys
- 18 wins & 44 nominations total
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Reviewers say 'Rick and Morty' is acclaimed for its dark humor, science fiction, and philosophical themes, with strong praise for its complex character dynamics and comedic elements. However, some critics note a decline in quality, citing issues with storytelling cohesion, character development, and humor. Concerns about reliance on crude humor and repetitive themes are also raised. Despite these criticisms, the show maintains its popularity and influence in animated television.
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There's not just one thing I love about this show, everything that goes into the show, how the creators treat their fans, to the characters created, to the writing, everything what makes this what it is I love.
Heads Up: This review is based on the first few episodes of Season 1 only. I was really looking forward to Rick and Morty based on the hilarious teaser and the fact that this is a hand drawn show like older, more classic cartoons. My concern was that it would end up with a weak, poorly written script. That is not the case whatsoever. This show is incredibly original with its writing, characters, style and imagination. Every episode AND joke is completely different from the last, which keeps this show fresh and exciting to watch. While I think Rick (the grandpa) is the funniest, No character is bad. Morty, his dog Snuffles, and even Morty's math teacher all pack in great jokes. The directing is great and the art style and the way it is drawn is really really good. The only problem I have with the show, is that I don't really think they know how to end each episode (so far at least). But, this is truly a breath of fresh air when it comes to comedy, and I think adultswim has a really good show on their hands... 9/10
10/10
Rick: Listen, Morty, I hate to break it to you, but what people call "love" is just a chemical reaction that compels animals to breed. It hits hard, Morty, then it slowly fades, leaving you stranded in a failing marriage. I did it. Your parents are gonna do it.
Rick and Morty is a very funny show. The humor is crazy and is hurled at the audience with breathless speed. Every joke doesn't hit, but there are so many of them that it hardly matters, and when they do hit, they hit hard.
That makes it a good show, but what makes it a truly great series is the intelligence of the crazy sci-fi ideas that fuel the stories. Yes, a miniverse inside a miniverse inside a miniverse is ridiculous, but it's also wonderfully ingenious, especially as you see both the variety and consistency of these worlds. A being that insinuates itself into everyone's memories was beautifully done. An episode in which your mind can create your concept of your partner was smart from the beginning, but then kept expanding on the idea.
Every idea is nonsensical, but every idea is ingenious and fully explored. This is not just good comedy, it's good sci-fi.
I wish this show had lasted as long as the Simpsons (i.e. forever) but what there is is fantastic.
That makes it a good show, but what makes it a truly great series is the intelligence of the crazy sci-fi ideas that fuel the stories. Yes, a miniverse inside a miniverse inside a miniverse is ridiculous, but it's also wonderfully ingenious, especially as you see both the variety and consistency of these worlds. A being that insinuates itself into everyone's memories was beautifully done. An episode in which your mind can create your concept of your partner was smart from the beginning, but then kept expanding on the idea.
Every idea is nonsensical, but every idea is ingenious and fully explored. This is not just good comedy, it's good sci-fi.
I wish this show had lasted as long as the Simpsons (i.e. forever) but what there is is fantastic.
This show is honestly great. It is easily the best animation show I have seen in a while on any network. The second the show starts you can tell that the characters fit perfectly with each other, and involved with the craziness that happens in the universe with Rick and Morty, they are immediately hilarious and extremely creative at the same time. A couple episodes in and I could tell that this was a unique show, and that people need to be watching it because it has huge potential. And with Dan Harmon writing and directing at the helm of it all, the magic that this show brings is a rare gem in television that people need to watch.. So yeah I highly suggest this show to anyone who wants a true genuine laugh at least once a week.
Did you know
- TriviaDuring the early stages of production, Bryan Cranston auditioned for the role of Jerry.
- GoofsThe E Coli outbreak in Anatomy Park are designed like viruses when E Coli is a bacterium.
- Crazy creditsThere is a scene based on what happened earlier is shown at the very end of the credits of most episodes.
- Alternate versionsThe DVD/Blu-Ray releases un-censor all cursing/profanity from episodes that are bleeped in televised airings.
- ConnectionsEdited into Vesislava Todorova: For the Damaged Code (2018)
- SoundtracksRick and Morty Theme
May 2025 TV and Streaming Premiere Dates
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- Rick vΓ Morty
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- New York City, New York, USA(location)
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- Runtime23 minutes
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- 16:9 HD
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