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Two years after co-creator Justin Roiland’s firing, Rick and Morty continues to impress critics. Although Roiland was nonetheless credited as an government producer for season 7, he left the present after season 6, as Grownup Swim elected to chop ties with him in 2023. The firing got here after practically a dozen individuals got here ahead with sexual abuse allegations aimed on the creator, shortly after he was charged with home battery and false imprisonment. These costs have since been dropped, however Grownup Swim stays content material to maneuver on with out his involvement in its hottest present.
In accordance with Rotten Tomatoes, that call has not disillusioned the critics. Season 7, the primary season with out Roiland, secured a record-low 77% Tomatometer rating. Forward of its Sunday, Might 25 launch date, nonetheless, season 8 has earned an ideal 100% Tomatometer rating on the time of writing. Whereas the rating can change as extra critiques are available in, it’s presently a record-breaking rating and represents a return to type for the sequence.
What Rick & Morty’s RT Success Means
The Present Can Thrive With out Roiland
After Roiland’s abrupt exit, the way forward for Rick and Morty appeared comparatively unsure, given how essential Roiland’s position within the present was. He initially appeared indispensable, serving as a co-creator, showrunner, author, voice actor (taking part in Rick, Morty, and Mr. Poopybutthole, primarily), government producer, and director. Co-creator Dan Harmon stays concerned within the present, however shedding Roiland was nonetheless a big blow, as viewers needed to adapt to new voice actors for Rick and Morty. Luckily for Harmon and the viewers, this profitable Rotten Tomatoes rating is a sequence excessive, because the chart under proves:
Season
Tomatometer Rating
Popcornmeter Rating
1
97%
97%
2
91%
97%
3
96%
95%
4
96%
85%
5
86%
65%
6
91%
87%
7
77%
51%
8
100%
N/A
General
91%
84%
Many reviewers argue that this season is a return to the present’s typical storylines, plot development, and character dynamics. Whereas there are areas the place the present continues to cling to nostalgic components, it pushes ahead and options reinvented narratives, alongside vital character improvement for its stars. One other record-low sequence may have simply discouraged viewers from returning, however it is a signal that the present ought to proceed to curiosity audiences. Although the Popcornmeter remains to be an important metric that can affect its success, that is early proof of a return to type for Rick and Morty season 8.
Our Take On Rick & Morty’s RT Success
This Is An Thrilling Signal
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Whereas the present simply may have stumbled, season 8 is proof that this sequence stays Grownup Swim’s finest. ScreenRant’s Felipe Rangel argues that “the show feels as immersive and grand as it should be” and is “an all-around gem,” which is a welcome change of tempo after final season’s downturn. Roiland might need been essential to its early success, however Harmon and the remainder of the group are definitely able to thriving with out him. Rick and Morty season 8 is poised to be the most effective in its whole run, and it’s proof that Grownup Swim made the proper choice.
Rick and Morty season 8 premieres Sunday, Might 25 on Grownup Swim.
Supply: Rotten Tomatoes
Rick and Morty
8/10
Launch Date
December 2, 2013
Community
Grownup Swim
Justin Roiland
Rick Sanchez / Morty Smith
