While the series mines some rather smart humor out of quasi-scientific data like time travel, parallel universes and the like, it findsĪs much consistent comedic fodder in the tried and true standby of sitcoms from days of yore, namely the good, old dysfunctional family.
Rick and Morty is consistently laugh out loud hilarious, at leastįor those who don't mind scabrous dialogue that is not shy about dropping any number of versions of the f-bomb at a veritable moment's My 17 year old is anįact rather cogently described Rick and Morty as Futurama crossedĪlbeit in a more "over the top" (to quote my kid) manner that makes the show, in true Adult Swim fashion, NSFW (that's "not safe for work"įor those of you without teens around to explain acronyms for you). It may be branded as Adult Swim, but Cartoon Network's late night (or at least later at night) programming block frankly probablyĪppeals to those just a bit younger than true "adults", as least if evidence gleaned from my two teenaged sons counts. Reviewed by Jeffrey Kauffman, June 10, 2016 Producers: Keith Crofford, Mike Lazzo, Dan Harmon, Justin Roiland, Ryan Ridley, Joe Russo
Starring: Justin Roiland, Spencer Grammer, Sarah Chalke, Chris Parnell, Kari Wahlgren Writers: Dan Harmon, Justin Roiland, Michael Waldron Rick converts the garage into his lab and involves Morty in his insane adventures.įor more about Rick and Morty: Season 2 and the Rick and Morty: Season 2 Blu-ray release, see Rick and Morty: Season 2 Blu-ray Review published by Jeffrey Kauffman on Jwhere this Blu-ray release scored 4.5 out of 5.ĭirectors: Justin Roiland, Pete Michels, Bryan Newton, John Rice, Stephen Sandoval, Wesley Archer Missing for nearly 20 years, Rick arrives at his daughter’s doorstep looking to move in, but her husband isn’t too thrilled. Welcome to the world of Rick and Morty, a genius inventor grandfather and his less than genius grandson. Rick and Morty: Season 2 Blu-ray delivers stunning video and audio in this exceptional Blu-ray release