Discover the exciting reunion of Deadwood cast members Timothy Olyphant and Robin Weigert as they lend their voices to the animated series Gremlins: The Wild Batch, a thrilling new chapter in the beloved Gremlins franchise.
After a lengthy wait of over thirty years, fans of the Gremlins franchise have something to celebrate in 2023 with the release of the animated series Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai, which acts as a prequel to the iconic 1984 film Gremlins (watch it HERE). This delightful series premiered on the Max streaming platform, and just last October, the first half of the second season, Gremlins: The Wild Batch, was released. Fans are eagerly anticipating the second half, which is set to debut on April 10th. Deadline has confirmed that Olyphant, Weigert, Yvette Nicole Brown (Community), and SungWon Cho (Sausage Party: Foodtopia) have joined the voice cast for this thrilling new batch of episodes.
In this exciting new role, Olyphant will voice the legendary American figure Johnny Appleseed, while Weigert reprises her role as the iconic character Calamity Jane, a character she portrayed in Deadwood. This adds an intriguing layer of connection for fans of both series. Meanwhile, Brown and Cho will be lending their voices as guest characters in the later episodes, adding even more depth and humor to the storyline.
Produced by Amblin Television in collaboration with Warner Bros. Animation, Gremlins: The Wild Batch picks up one year after the first season’s events. The series follows beloved characters Gizmo, Sam, and Elle as they embark on an adventurous journey from Shanghai to San Francisco. This new adventure is filled with even more magic, mystery, and delightful Mogwai mayhem. As our heroes pursue a new brood of mischievous evil Mogwai, they navigate through the enchanting landscapes of the American West, encounter new supernatural creatures, and meet a host of mysterious characters along the way.
The voice cast for this season brings back familiar favorites, including Ming-Na Wen, James Hong, BD Wong, Izaac Wang, AJ LoCascio, Gabrielle Nevaeh, and George Takei. Additionally, Simu Liu joins this talented voice ensemble for the new season, which also features an array of notable guest stars such as John Glover (known for his role as the eccentric billionaire Daniel Clamp in Gremlins 2: The New Batch), Michael Paul Chan, Ronny Chieng, Keith David, Will Forte, Kelly Hu, and Jimmy O. Yang. This diverse cast promises to deliver an engaging experience for viewers of all ages.
Under the executive production of Steven Spielberg, along with Darryl Frank and Justin Falvey, Presidents of Amblin Television, and Sam Register, President of Warner Bros. Animation and Cartoon Network Studios, Gremlins: The Wild Batch is poised for success. Tze Chun serves as the showrunner and executive producer, while Brendan Hay and Dan Krall contribute their talents as executive and supervising producers, respectively. Additionally, Joe Dante, the original director of Gremlins and Gremlins 2: The New Batch, acts as a consulting producer, ensuring that the spirit of the franchise is maintained.
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