"Dan Harmon's Battle to Preserve Innocence in 'Strange Planet' Meets Mixed Reviews"
Dan Harmon, creator of "Rick & Morty," collaborated with writer-artist Nathan W. Pyle to produce the animated series "Strange Planet." Harmon prioritized maintaining the webcomic's voice, which focuses on gentle philosophical observations and lacks cynicism. The challenge was creating conflict in a world of honest beings. Harmon's method of breaking down TV episodes helped shape the show, which explores different locales and features nameless characters. The series emphasizes change and growth, diverging from the static observation of the comic. Harmon was excited to make the show true to Pyle's comic style. "Strange Planet" premieres on Apple TV Plus on August 9.