Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai is an animated series of 10 episodes (Season 1)[2] by Amblin Television in association with Warner Bros. Discovery for Max that premiered on May 23, 2023.[3][4][5] The series is written by Tze Chun and executive produced by Chun, Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey, Sam Register, and Brendan Hay.[6] In February 2021, it was renewed for a second season named The Wild Batch.
The first episode had its world premiere at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival on June 13, 2022. The series was going to air on HBO Max in 2022, but was delayed to 2023. It will also air on Cartoon Network as part of the ACME Night.[7] On April 12, 2023 an official trailer was released on the HBO Max YouTube channel.[8] On June 7, 2024, a trailer announcing the upcoming season titled The Wild Batch was released.[9][10] Another trailer followed three months later, on September 17, 2024.[11]
It's a prequel to the two movies, Gremlins and Gremlins 2: The New Batch.
Plot[]
The plot takes place before Gremlins 1984,[12] set in 1920s Shanghai. The series will tell the story of how 10-year-old Sam Wing met the young Mogwai called Gizmo.[13]
Production information[]
On February 25, 2019, WarnerMedia greenlit an animated series based on Gremlins, for its streaming service HBO Max. Tze Chun was confirmed to write the series and serve as an executive producer with Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey, Sam Register, and Brendan Hay. On July 1, 2019, the series, now titled Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai, was given a series order of 10 episodes.
In February 2020, Joe Dante, director of the original two films, revealed that he was acting as a consultant for the series. In July of that same year, it was revealed that Howie Mandel will not reprise his role as Gizmo for the series. On February 17, 2021, ahead of the series premiere, HBO Max renewed the series for a second season at the TCA virtual Press Tour.
In February 2021, the voice cast of Izaac Wang, Ming-Na Wen, B. D. Wong, James Hong, Matthew Rhys, and Gabrielle Green was announced, with A. J. LoCascio voicing Gizmo. In December 2021, the first clip was shown in a HBO Max trailer for 2022 releases. In July 2022, Zach Galligan, Sandra Oh, Randall Park, George Takei, and Bowen Yang were revealed to have reoccurring roles in the series.
Cast[]
Main[]
- Izaac Wang as Sam Wing
- Ming-Na Wen as Fong Wing
- B. D. Wong as Hon Wing
- James Hong as Grandpa Wing
- Matthew Rhys as Riley Greene
- A. J. LoCascio as Gizmo
- Gabrielle Green as Elle
- Simu Liu as Chang (season 2)
Recurring/Guest-Starring[]
- Zach Galligan as Henchman #2
- Sandra Oh as Nuwa
- Randall Park as Odd-Odd
- George Takei as Noggin
- Bowen Yang as Celestial Administrator
- Dee Bradley Baker as Evil Mogwai, Lion Spirit Creature, Spirit Creature #2
- John Glover
- Michael Paul Chan as The Lion
- Ronny Chieng
- Keith David
- Will Forte
- Kelly Hu
- Jimmy O. Yang
Episodes[]
| Series | |||||
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| Season | Episodes | Production codes | Start date | End date | Average ratings |
| 1 | 10 | 10 | May 23, 2023 | June 22, 2023 | TBA |
| 2 | TBA | TBA | October 3, 2024 | TBA | TBA |
Gallery[]
Videos[]
Trailers[]
Announcement videos[]
Trivia[]
- In February 2020, Joe Dante, director of the original two films, revealed that he was acting as a consultant for the series.[14]
- In July 2020, it was revealed that Howie Mandel will not reprise his role as Gizmo.[15]
- On February 17, 2021, ahead of the series premiere, HBO Max renewed the series for a second season at the TCA virtual Press Tour.[16]
References[]
- ↑ https://www.annecyfestival.com/about/archives/2022/programme/2022-programme-index:rdv-200001502784
- ↑ Otterson, Joe (July 1, 2019). "Gremlins Animated Prequel Ordered to Series at WarnerMedia Streaming". Variety. Retrieved on July 1, 2019.
- ↑ Porter, Rick (February 25, 2019). "'Gremlins' Animated Series in Development for WarnerMedia Streaming Service". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved on July 1, 2019.
- ↑ Otterson, Joe (February 25, 2019). "Gremlins Animated Series in the Works at WarnerMedia Streaming Service (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved on July 1, 2019.
- ↑ Andreeva, Nellie (July 1, 2019). "‘Gremlins’ Prequel Animated Series Officially A Go At WarnerMedia Streamer". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved on July 1, 2019.
- ↑ Iannucci, Rebecca (July 1, 2019). "Gremlins Prequel Snags Series Order at WarnerMedia Streaming Service". TV Line. Retrieved on July 1, 2019.
- ↑ https://www.animationmagazine.net/tv/warnermedia-kids-family-launching-acme-night-block-sept-19/
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCJ8NjUnSk4
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6z_bsaGKoMI
- ↑ https://www.animationmagazine.net/2024/07/sdcc-gremlins-the-wild-batch-adds-simu-liu-to-main-cast-sets-premiere-date/
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQgB8sojh24
- ↑ Squires, John (July 1, 2019). "Animated Prequel “Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai” Ordered to Series at WarnerMedia!". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved on July 1, 2019.
- ↑ Evangelista, Chris (July 1, 2019). "‘Gremlins’ Prequel Animated Series Will Reveal ‘Secrets of the Mogwai’". /Film. Retrieved on July 1, 2019.
- ↑ Bui, Hoai-Tran (February 18, 2020). "'Gremlins' Director Joe Dante Will Consult on HBO Max's Animated 'Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai' Series". /Film.
- ↑ Cainan (July 16, 2020). "'Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai' Update with Writer and Executive Producer Tze Chun". Geek Vibes Nation.
- ↑ Petski, Denise (February 17, 2021). "'Gremlins' Prequel Animated Series Gets Early Season 2 Renewal By HBO Max – TCA". Deadline Hollywood.
External links[]
- Official website on Amblin Entertainment
- IMdB, Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai
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