About Squidbillies

"Squidbillies" is an American adult animated television series that premiered on Cartoon Network’s late-night programming block, Adult Swim in 2004. Created by Jim Fortier and Dave Willis, the show focuses on the Cuyler family, a group of anthropomorphic Appalachian mud squids living in the Georgia mountains. The series is a satirical take on the trials and tribulations of rural living, often laced with crude humor and social commentaries.

Making / Production

The creators of "Squidbillies," Jim Fortier and Dave Willis, worked together on "Space Ghost Coast to Coast." The animation style of the show is unique, combining traditional animation and puppetry. The production of the show is handled by Williams Street. It has been running for 12 seasons since its debut, with a special aired in 2020.

Actors

• Unknown Hinson (Stage Name), performed as 'Early Cuyler'. His character is the alcoholic, gun-loving father of the Cuyler family.
• Patricia French, played as 'Granny Cuyler'. Her character is the senile, yet crafty, elderly member of the Cuyler family.
• Daniel McDevitt, performed as 'Rusty Cuyler'. He played the innocent, yet naive son of Early.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The creators opted to use a Red State as their setting as a response to most animated sitcoms being set in suburban or big-city environments.
• The opening sequence of the show changes with each season, featuring a different set of lyrics to the main theme song.

Quotes

• "This aggression will not stand, Dan Halen." - Early Cuyler
• "I’m gettin' a mighty hankerin' for some drinkerin'." - Rusty Cuyler

Music, Soundtrack

• The show's theme song is performed by Billy Joe Shaver and was later covered by several artists for different seasons.
• Music artists including T-Pain, Neko Case, and Band of Horses have guest-starred on the show and also contributed to its soundtrack.