Rick and Morty spin-off drops before 2025 wait

Fans eagerly anticipating the return of the interdimensional misadventures in "Rick and Morty" season 8 will have to hold tight until 2025 due to a delay caused by a writers' strike focused on streaming residuals and AI content protection. To tide viewers over, "Rick and Morty: The Anime" is confirmed to release later in 2024 with Takashi Sano at the helm, promising a new twist on the beloved characters. While the anime is based on Sano's previous "Rick and Morty" shorts, it's being described as an original work rather than a direct extension of the series' main universe.

Is "Rick and Morty: The Anime" going to be part of the main series continuity?
nNo, "Rick and Morty: The Anime" is set to be an original work that stands on its own, implying it won't have major implications for the series' central lore or continuity.

Rick and Morty, created by Dan Harmon and Justin Roiland, has grown from a cult hit to a pop culture phenomenon since its debut in 2013. The series is known for its dark humor, complex science fiction themes, and dynamic animation styles. Each season has explored various concepts across multiple dimensions, with the titular characters encountering countless bizarre scenarios and characters. The spin-off anime represents an interesting cross-cultural blend, with Takashi Sano bringing his vision to the franchise, following successful runs with other animated projects like "Tower of God."