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entertainment2 years ago

"Rick and Morty Season 7 premiere introduces new voice actors, sparking controversy among fans"

"Rick and Morty" has revealed the voice actors replacing Justin Roiland in the Season 7 premiere after he was dropped from the show due to domestic violence charges. Ian Cardoni is the new voice of Rick Sanchez and Harry Belden is Morty Smith. The opening credits omitted Roiland's name and only featured the show's logo. Roiland was fired in January and charged with domestic violence, but the charges were later dismissed. The show follows the adventures of a grandfather-grandson duo as they travel through the universe. Season 7 premiered on October 15th with 10 new episodes.

entertainment2 years ago

"New Voice Stars Take Over in 'Rick and Morty' Season 7 Premiere"

The lead voice actors for Rick and Morty in Season 7 have been revealed as Ian Cardoni and Harry Belden, replacing Justin Roiland. This marks the first season without Roiland, who ended his business relationship with Warner Bros. Discovery following allegations of domestic abuse that have since been dropped. The trailer for the new season featured the new voices, but the actors' names were not initially disclosed. The animated series follows the adventures of a sociopathic genius scientist and his timid grandson.

entertainment2 years ago

"Rick and Morty Season 7 Premiere Introduces New Voice Stars and Hilarious Jokes"

Ian Cardoni and Harry Belden have been revealed as the new voice actors for Rick Sanchez and Morty Smith in the animated series "Rick and Morty," replacing star Justin Roiland. The new voices were first heard in the Season 7 trailer, but Adult Swim kept the actors' names confidential until the season premiere. Roiland was fired by Adult Swim in January after being charged with domestic violence, but the charges were later dismissed. The show follows the adventures of a grandfather-grandson duo as they travel through the universe. Season 7 premiered on October 15th and will consist of 10 new episodes.

entertainment2 years ago

"Rick and Morty Season 7: Anonymous Voices Shine Without Justin Roiland"

The seventh season of the animated hit show "Rick and Morty" will debut on October 15 without co-creator Justin Roiland, who has been accused of sexual assault and domestic violence. The new season features a new voice actor(s) for Roiland's characters, but the rest of the voice cast remains intact. Critics who have seen the first two episodes note that while the absence of Roiland is noticeable, the show still maintains its comedic voice and delivers its signature mix of audacity, thoughtfulness, and humor.

entertainment2 years ago

Dan Harmon Opens Up About Emotional Exchange with Justin Roiland and Controversy Surrounding 'Rick and Morty'

Dan Harmon opens up about his strained relationship with Justin Roiland, co-creator of Rick And Morty, revealing that the split was due to Harmon bringing in his own writers to the show's writers' room. Harmon had envisioned a partnership where both he and Roiland could be lazy and come up with zany ideas, but the decision to bring in his own team led to tension and eventually Roiland's retreat from the show. The last time the two spoke was in 2019, and Harmon expressed concern for Roiland's well-being. Harmon has remained silent about the falling out until now, as new allegations of sexual misconduct against Roiland have emerged. Harmon expresses frustration, shame, and heartbreak over the exploitation and harm caused to others. Rick And Morty's seventh season will feature a new voice actor.

entertainment2 years ago

"Rick and Morty Star Justin Roiland Denies Sexual Assault Allegations and Inappropriate Messages with Fans"

Justin Roiland, co-creator of Rick and Morty, has been accused of sexual assault by eleven women and nonbinary individuals who provided "thousands of messages" as evidence of a pattern of pursuing fans and engaging in sexual conversations. Some of the accusers claim that Roiland assaulted them, while others allege that he took advantage of them by providing alcohol. Three of the accusers were underage when the interactions began. Roiland's lawyer has denied the allegations, calling them false and defamatory.

sexual-misconduct2 years ago

Controversy Surrounds Justin Roiland's Potential AI Replacement in 'Rick and Morty'

Text messages reveal that Justin Roiland, co-creator of "Rick and Morty," allegedly pursued young fans, engaging in inappropriate behavior and making sexual advances. Multiple women have come forward, sharing screenshots of their conversations with Roiland, which show a pattern of him initiating conversations, asking for sexual photos, and attempting to meet up. Some of the individuals were underage at the time. Roiland's attorney denies the allegations, claiming that the women asked for gifts and offered to sell explicit content.

entertainment2 years ago

"Rick and Morty Producers Confirm Soundalike Voice Cast to Replace Justin Roiland"

The team behind the animated show Rick and Morty provided an update on the recasting process following Justin Roiland's exit due to felony domestic abuse charges, which have since been dismissed. Executive producer Steve Levy stated that they are nearing the end of the recasting process and expressed his satisfaction with the work being done for the upcoming seventh season. The new voices will be soundalikes of Roiland's versions, ensuring that the characters remain the same. The charges against Roiland were dismissed in March, and the show is currently locked in through season 10.

entertainment2 years ago

Rick and Morty Season 7: The Latest Updates

The upcoming seventh season of "Rick and Morty" will undergo significant changes due to the departure of former series creator and voice star Justin Roiland following domestic abuse allegations. Despite this, the show is already in production and will continue with Dan Harmon taking over as showrunner. The main plot of the season will revolve around Rick hunting down his enemy and seeking revenge. The release date has not been announced, but it may follow the trend of previous seasons and premiere in December.

entertainment2 years ago

Dan Stevens Takes Over Lead Voice Role in Hulu's Solar Opposites.

Dan Stevens has been announced as the new lead voice actor for the character Korvo in the TV series Solar Opposites, replacing Justin Roiland who was removed from the show after being charged with domestic violence. The show addresses the change in voice with a skit in which Terry accidentally throws a dart into Korvo's neck, changing his voice and accent forever. The upcoming fourth season of Solar Opposites will premiere on August 14, 2023, with 11 episodes, followed by a Valentine's Day Special in 2024.

entertainment2 years ago

Dan Stevens takes over lead voice role in Hulu's 'Solar Opposites' for season 4.

Dan Stevens is set to voice Korvo in the upcoming fourth season of Hulu's animated series Solar Opposites, replacing series creator Justin Roiland who exited in January after being accused of domestic violence. Stevens joins the cast alongside Thomas Middleditch, Sean Giambrone, and Mary Mack. Solar Opposites follows a team of four aliens who are split on whether Earth is awful or awesome. The fourth season will premiere on August 14 with 11 episodes, and the series has already been renewed through Season 5.

entertainment2 years ago

Dan Stevens takes over lead voice role in Hulu's 'Solar Opposites'

Dan Stevens has been cast as the new lead in Hulu's animated comedy series Solar Opposites, taking over from Justin Roiland who was ousted earlier this year amid domestic violence charges. Stevens will voice the character of Korvo in the show's fourth season, which releases on August 14. The series has already been renewed for a fifth season. Stevens has previously worked with Solar Opposites producers 20th Television Animation on the adult animated Apple comedy Central Park.

entertainment2 years ago

Justin Roiland's Roles in Rick and Morty Being Recast.

All of Justin Roiland's roles in the hit animated series "Rick and Morty" are currently being recast, according to sources. Roiland, who co-created the show and voices both title characters, has not commented on the matter. It is unclear why the roles are being recast or who will be taking over the roles. "Rick and Morty" has been renewed for multiple seasons and is currently in production on its fifth season.