Fans of 'Rick and Morty' have been waiting with bated breath for what feels like an eternity – and their patience has finally paid off! The news that a feature film is officially in the works will send shockwaves through the dedicated fanbase, sending excitement levels skyrocketing. Co-creator Dan Harmon dropped the bombshell while plugging his new spin-off series 'President Curtis', leaving devotees of the hit animated sci-fi comedy wondering what this means for their beloved Rick and Morty.
The scriptwriting phase is currently underway, with Harmon joking about a speedy release before getting serious: "We're picking away at that as a script right now, and the hope is to get that over to whoever we’re working for when we’re done writing that." The fact that this meticulous approach will pay off in a big-screen adaptation tailored to perfection is music to the ears of die-hard fans.
And what's more, longtime series director Jacob Hair has been confirmed at the helm. With his intimate knowledge of the show's unique tone and visual style, Hair is the perfect candidate to bring 'Rick and Morty' to life in a feature film format that will surely thrill viewers worldwide. His involvement is a significant coup for the project, cementing its status as one of the most anticipated animated films of recent years.
Harmon also revealed how the production can run alongside the ongoing TV series – thanks to the flexibility offered by animation. Unlike live-action productions, animated projects don't require coordinating schedules of actors, allowing scriptwriting and production to progress simultaneously. With the ninth season nearing its end (the finale 'Field Of Dreams' airs in the US this Sunday, 26th July, with a UK release following on Monday, 27th July), fans have even more reason to be excited about what's in store.
As if that wasn't enough, 'Rick and Morty' has been renewed for several more seasons – including up to season 12, which is projected to keep the show on air until at least 2029. And let's not forget the spin-off series 'President Curtis', starring Keith David as President Andre Curtis alongside Stephanie Beatriz and Jim Rash, set to premiere in the US immediately after the main series finale before hitting HBO Max in the UK the following day.