In today’s world, if you’re looking for a clearer perspective on the chaos around us, sometimes it’s the comedians and satirists who offer more insight than traditional “news networks.” So, when Rick and Morty weighed in on the TikTok debate in the U.S., we weren’t exactly shocked—but we were impressed with how spot-on it was.
Season 4, Episode 2, “The Old Man and the Seat” (directed by Jacob Hair and written by Michael Waldron), delivers a surprisingly sharp commentary on the TikTok ban controversy. For those who missed it, the U.S. Supreme Court recently upheld a law banning TikTok starting January 19th unless app owner ByteDance divests from the platform. Proponents of the ban argue that TikTok is essentially a data pipeline for the Chinese government. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump is reportedly looking for a way to save the app, with TikTok doing its part by cozying up to Trump with an investment and presence at his second inauguration.
Rick and Morty Season 8: NYCC 2024 Panel Highlights
At the 2024 New York Comic Con, Rick and Morty gave fans plenty to look forward to. Beyond teasing what’s coming in Season 8, Rick and Morty co-creator Dan Harmon revealed that the writers are “almost done” with the first draft of Season 10 and confirmed that Seasons 11 and 12 are also in the works.
As for specific plot teases, voice actors teased exciting developments. Kelsey Grammer hinted at a Summer-centric episode that would reveal a new side of her character, while Chris Parnell confirmed a Jerry-focused episode and hinted at a holiday that often goes overlooked.
The panel also teased some new versions of Rick, with David Cardoni giving fans a preview of Rick’s multiverse adventures. Sarah Chalke added that she’ll be voicing a third version of Beth in the upcoming second episode. To wrap up, the cast playfully engaged in an impromptu back-and-forth between Rick and Morty, with Morty resisting the urge to enter “The Vault of Spoilers,” showcasing how cautious everyone was about letting any spoilers slip.
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