About Adventure Time

Adventure Time is an American animated television series created by cartoonist Pendleton Ward for Cartoon Network. Launched in 2010, the series revolves around the adventures of a boy named Finn, his best friend/dog Jake and an eclectic cast of characters in a post-apocalyptic world known as the Land of Ooo. The show presents a unique blend of magic and post-apocalyptic elements, with its imaginative storylines, vibrant animation, and rich character arcs. The show pushes the boundaries of traditional narratives while not missing opportunities for humor and fun.

Making / Production

The show was produced by Cartoon Network Studios and Frederator Studios. The animation was done digitally but the backgrounds were drawn and painted traditionally. The series' creator, Pendleton Ward, handled most of the storyboard writing and drawing in the series' early years, directly influencing the whimsical visual style and quirky humor that the series became known for.

Actors

• Jeremy Shada (Finn) - The voice of the main character, Shada brings depth to Finn with his passionate inflections and youthful energy.
• John DiMaggio (Jake) - DiMaggio gives life to Jake, Finn's talking pet dog and adoptive brother, with his laid-back, gruff voice inheriting the right hint of wisdom and humor.
• Hynden Walch (Princess Bubblegum) - Walch portrays Princess Bubblegum, the sovereign of the Candy Kingdom, her voice embodying the character's intelligence and authoritative nature.
• Niki Yang (BMO) - Yang breathes life into BMO, Finn and Jake’s living game console/system, portable electrical outlet, computer, music player, VCR, video player, video editor, roommate, with her whimsical and childlike voice that suits BMO's playful spirit.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show is known for its boundary-pushing content, often incorporating philosophical and mature themes in its episodes.
• Jake's stretching powers are a result of a mutation caused by a radioactive puddle.
• Despite its post-apocalyptic setting, the show rarely addresses this directly, making it a subtle backdrop for the series.

Awards

Adventure Time has been a critical success, earning numerous awards including a Peabody Award, three Annie Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Kerrang! Award.

Quotes

• "Algebraic!" - Finn
• "Dude, suckin' at something is the first step towards being sorta good at something." - Jake
• "Responsibility demands sacrifice." - Princess Bubblegum

• The show's theme song, "Adventure Time", is sung by Pendleton Ward and sets the adventurous, whimsical mood of the series right away.
• The background music is composed by Casey James Basichis and Tim Kiefer, who use everything from traditional orchestral music to chiptune.
• "Remember You", a song performed by Marceline and the Ice King in an episode of the same name, has received much praise for its emotional depth and lyrical complexity.