HouseBroken

About HouseBroken

"HouseBroken" is an animated television series released in 2021 that explores human dysfunction and neurosis through a group of neighborhood pets. The messy, complicated lives of animals, as they deal with their own issues and assist their humans in coping with theirs, provide an amusing backdrop. Animal therapy sessions serve as the main plot of the series, where animals discuss their issues and support one another in their journey.

Making / Production

This series is created by Gabrielle Allan, Jennifer Crittenden, and Clea DuVall. It is produced by Fox Entertainment and Kapital Entertainment. The animation work for the series is undertaken by Bento Box Entertainment.

Actors

• Lisa Kudrow as the voice of Honey, a standard poodle therapist and the group’s leader. Honey is a perfect therapist who helps her group to manage their neuroses.
• Will Forte voices Shel, a depressed and introverted tortoise. Shel brings a relatable touch to the series through his struggles with anxiety and depression.
• Tony Hale gives life to the character of Diablo, a power-hungry and narcissistic tomcat. Diablo's dramatic tenor is a solid addition to the show.
• Sharon Horgan voices Tabitha, an aging Persian cat who enjoys the allure of her past glory. Tabitha’s struggles provide a nuanced view of ageing.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This show is Lisa Kudrow's first animated series in a lead role and also her first project with Fox since "Friends".
• The original idea of 'HouseBroken' came from actress Clea DuVall who, alongside Jennifer Crittenden and Gabrielle Allan, developed it into an engaging television series.
• All the pets seen in the show are based on the creators' own pets.

Quotes

• "Exchanging secrets is a good way to bond." - Honey
• "I prefer a solitary existence. It gives me time to think." - Shel
• "Regret is just yesterday's flavor of self-hatred." - Diablo
• "I may be older, but that doesn't make me any less fabulous." - Tabitha

Music, Soundtrack

• The opening theme and the entire score of the series are composed by Dustin O'Halloran and Adam Peters, providing the perfect backdrop with their whimsical tunes.
• A considerable portion of the series features original compositions, giving the show a unique auditory identity.

Please note that 'HouseBroken' is a relatively new TV series and may not have garnered notable awards at the time of this writing.