Common Side Effects to Debut on Adult Swim in February
Adult Swim has announced that Common Side Effects, a new series that follows what happens after a mysterious healing mushroom is discovered, will debut on Sunday, February 2, at 11:30 p.m. ET/PT.
The half-hour series comes from Joe Bennett (Scavengers Reign) and Steve Hely (Veep). It is executive produced by Mike Judge and Greg Daniels (King of the Hill).
The half-hour series follows Marshall and Frances, two former high school lab partners who share a secret: Marshall has discovered the world’s greatest medicine, a mushroom that can heal almost anything.
But getting it out into the world won’t be easy – the DEA, big pharma, and international businessmen are all on the chase to stop them.
“Joe and Steve have created something incredibly original with a series that is thrilling, beautiful and deeply funny,” said Adult Swim president Michael Ouweleen.
“It’s top-level television that challenges expectations and raises profound questions. It’s a truly special series and unlike anything you’ve ever seen. I’m trying not to be hyperbolic, but it’s true.”
“Watch our show! A gripping comedic thriller with a unique original style and big themes? You decide!” said co-creators Joe Bennett and Steve Hely. “We hope ‘Common Side Effects’ will be enjoyed by anyone who’s ever taken a pill.”
The series will debut on Adult Swim with two back-to-back episodes, followed by one new episode every Sunday. New episodes will also stream on Mondays on Max.
Common Side Effects is produced for Adult Swim by Bandera and Green Street Pictures.
The series had its world premiere at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. A sneak peek of Common Side Effects, currently available on Adult Swim’s YouTube channel, has garnered over 1.4 million views and counting.
