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The animated series Smiling Friends will end with Season 3, despite THR reporting it had been renewed for two additional seasons; creators Michael Cusack and Zach Hadel say burnout led them to conclude the show after Season 3, with the final two episodes airing April 12 on Adult Swim. Adult Swim supports the decision and left open the possibility of reviving the project in the future.
Adult Swim’s animated comedy Smiling Friends is ending after Season 3, with eight episodes that aired and a pair of extra rogue episodes arriving April 12; creators Michael Cusack and Zach Hadel say the ending was their decision after years of intense work, cite burnout, and note they’ll continue collaborating (including launching Zam Studios), leaving room for future returns while the show remains on HBO Max.
The creators of 'Smiling Friends' discuss their approach to balancing plot and absurdity in Season 3, the evolution of character relationships, fan interpretations, and their plans for the show's future, emphasizing the importance of having fun and ending on a high note like The Beatles.
The creators of 'Smiling Friends' have launched Zam Studios in Los Angeles, focusing on high-quality animation, VFX, and production services, including work on the show's third season which features diverse animation techniques.