Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil
Thrilling suburban adventures of a stunt-loving boy
About Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil
Released: 2011
Platform: Hulu
Rating: TVY7
Run time: 22m
Cast
Charlie Schlatter, Matt Jones, Danny Cooksey, John DiMaggio, Eric Christian Olsen
About Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil
Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil is an animated television series created by animator Sandro Corsaro. The show follows the adventures of a suburban boy named 'Kick' Buttowski who aspires to become the world's greatest daredevil. It was aired on Disney XD from February 2010 to December 2012.
Making / Production
Made by Disney Television Animation, the Anime-influenced series was created by Sandro Corsaro. It was originally launched as a pair of one-minute shorts, before being expanded into a full series that debuted on Disney XD on February 13, 2010.
Actors
- Charlie Schlatter as Kick Buttowski - Schlatter plays the helmet-wearing daredevil, fearless and ever-prepared to face any stunt on his skateboard.
- Matt Jones as Gunther Magnuson - As Kick's best friend and sidekick, Jones adds a delightful performance, often serving as grounding to Kick's daredevil ideas.
- Danny Cooksey as Brad Buttowski - Cooksey assumes the role of Kick’s older brother, always trying to hamper Kick’s stunts but usually ending up in comedic mishaps.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The series was originally called "Kid Knievel", but was later changed to "Kick Buttowski" in honor of the creator's childhood friend, Clint Busby.
- It's the fourth Disney XD original series and the first animated one.
- The main character, Kick, never takes off his helmet in the series.
Awards
While the series didn't win any major awards, it was highly popular among kids and has been praised for its humor and animation style.
Quotes
- "I'm Kick Buttowski, suburban daredevil!" - Kick Buttowski
- "When life gives you lemons, you just gotta squirt 'em out of your eyes!" - Kick Buttowski
Music, Soundtrack
- The theme song "Kick Buttowski Theme" was written by Andy Sturmer.
- It has a soundtrack that features percussion-heavy music, further enhancing the high-energy atmosphere of the show.
About Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil
Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil is a bold, fearless thrill-seeker performing stunts in the suburban town of Mellowbrook.