San Diego Comic-Con was in for an exciting surprise as Solar Opposites, Hulu’s popular animated series, swooped into the convention with promises of a thrilling new season to come. Over the past year, the series has seen significant transformations, ranging from creative pivots to changes in the voice cast. Most notably, Dan Stevens now lends his voice to Korvo, the Shlorpian character, as Mike McMahan takes charge after Justin Roiland’s exit due to personal complications. Hulu and its dedicated team have whetted the appetite of fans with an intriguing full-length trailer for the upcoming Season 4. This sneak peek features a delightfully British Korvo, an adorable Shlorpian family, and an ample serving of the signature oddball sci-fi antics that have helped the show amass a devoted following.
Following an amusing mishap involving Terry (portrayed by Thomas Middleditch) and a dart to Korvo’s throat – in a playful nod to Cheers – Korvo’s voice has undergone a transformation, thanks to a futuristic voice-altering ray. This change, however, has not impacted the essence of Korvo’s character or the Shlorpians’ activities in the upcoming season. The animated aliens are all set to return to their characteristic zany Solar Opposites routine in Season 4, following their unsuccessful attempt at behaving like ‘regular’ folks. The season promises an encore of their Silvercops exploits and another round of the ever-engaging Wall subplot.
Spanning three seasons, Solar Opposites has chronicled the adventurous lives of Shlorpians Korvo and Terry, along with their replicants Yumyulack (voiced by Sean Giambrone) and Jesse (voiced by Mary Mack). Their journey commences when they are marooned on Earth after their home planet succumbs to disaster. Their mission revolves around using the Pupa (voiced by Sagan McMahan) to modify Earth into a fitting replacement for Planet Shlorp. However, the Shlorpians are split on their opinion of Earth and its quirky human inhabitants. Tiffany Haddish voices their spacecraft’s sharp-witted AI, Aisha. The show is set to air its fifth season and will also debut a special episode on Valentine’s Day next year, where the Shlorpians will dive into another intriguing human celebration.
Hulu’s Solar Opposites: A Shlorpian Highlight in Animayhem Lineup
With the promise of more Shlorpian adventures to come, Hulu firmly cements Solar Opposites as a pivotal part of its extensive adult animation collection. The streaming platform recently unveiled a hub dedicated to adult animation and anime, coined Animayhem. The Shlorpian family is prominently featured here, nestled among eagerly-awaited revivals of Futurama and King of the Hill, and staples such as Family Guy, American Dad, and Bob’s Burgers. In total, Animayhem boasts a whopping 47 adult animated series, 17 anime films, and 272 anime series. SDCC presented the perfect platform for Hulu to create buzz around the new hub. The event featured an immersive activation showcasing iconic elements from several of its animated series, such as Planet Express HQ, the re-re-re-opening of Bob’s Burgers, and of course, Jesse and Yumyulack’s Wall.
Gear up for a thrilling ride as Season 4 of Solar Opposites descends on Hulu on August 14. The trailer for the new season is available below:
Conclusion
It’s clear that Solar Opposites has come a long way since its inception. The series continues to reinvent itself, with Season 4 promising to deliver more of the signature humor, vibrant characters, and captivating storylines that fans have come to expect. The show’s evolution, coupled with Hulu’s substantial backing, makes it a stalwart in the rapidly expanding landscape of adult animation. The future looks bright for Solar Opposites as it prepares to dominate screens and hearts once again, starting this August 14. Be sure to tune in for a delightful blend of sci-fi hilarity and warm, quirky Shlorpian charm.
