Disenchantment
Medieval princess navigates life with eccentric companions
About Disenchantment
Released: 2018
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-14
Run time: 5 Seasons
Cast
Abbi Jacobson, Eric André, Nat Faxon, John DiMaggio, Tress MacNeille, Matt Berry, David Herman, Maurice LaMarche, Lucy Montgomery, Billy West, Richard Ayoade, Noel Fielding, Meredith Hagner, Sharon Horgan
About Disenchantment
Disenchantment is an animated TV show created by Matt Groening, known for creating The Simpsons and Futurama. The show first premiered on Netflix in 2018 and has been hailed for its unique blend of dark humor, fantasy elements, and social commentary. Set in the medieval kingdom of Dreamland, the series follows the adventures of Princess Bean, an alcoholic and rebellious young princess; her elf companion, Elfo; and her personal demon, Luci.
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- About Disenchantment
- Making / Production
- Actors
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- Awards
- Quotes
- Music, Soundtrack
About
Set in the crumbling medieval kingdom of Dreamland, Disenchantment follows the misadventures of hard-drinking young princess Bean, her feisty elf companion Elfo, and her personal demon Luci. Throughout the series, the trio embarks on various escapades and encounters eccentric characters as they navigate the challenges of medieval life.
Making / Production
Disenchantment is produced by The ULULU Company, Rough Draft Studios, and The ULULU Company. The series was created by Matt Groening and features a talented team of writers, animators, and voice actors who bring the medieval world of Dreamland to life. The animation style combines traditional hand-drawn techniques with modern digital technology to create a visually stunning and immersive experience for viewers.
Actors
- Abbi Jacobson as Princess Bean - Abbi Jacobson portrays the rebellious and independent Princess Bean with wit and charm.
- Nat Faxon as Elfo - Nat Faxon voices the lovable elf Elfo, adding humor and heart to the character.
- Eric Andre as Luci - Eric Andre brings a devilish charm to the role of Luci, Bean's personal demon.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Disenchantment features references to various fantasy and medieval tropes, as well as nods to pop culture and historical figures.
- The series has been praised for its character development and storytelling, as well as its satirical take on medieval themes.
Awards
While Disenchantment has not won major awards, it has garnered critical acclaim for its originality and humor.
Quotes
- "Life is full of surprises, isn't it?" - Princess Bean
- "You can't spell party without 'art'." - Elfo
- "I'm not bad, I'm just drawn that way." - Luci
Music, Soundtrack
- The soundtrack of Disenchantment features a mix of original score and licensed music that enhances the medieval setting of the series.
- The theme song, "Princesses Don't Cry" by Jenny Owen Youngs, sets the tone for each episode with its whimsical yet melancholic melody.
About Disenchantment
A quirky comedy series, Disenchantment chronicles the raucous adventures of a hard-living princess in a fantasy medieval kingdom.