Teenage Euthanasia
Animated series about dysfunctional family and resurrection
About Teenage Euthanasia
Released: 2021
Platform: Max
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 2 Seasons Available (17 Episodes)
Cast
Maria Bamford, Jo Firestone, Bebe Neuwirth, Tim Robinson, Maria Bamford, Jo Firestone, Bebe Neuwirth, Tim Robinson
About Teenage Euthanasia
Teenage Euthanasia is an adult animated comedy series that premiered in 2021. The show is centered around the Fantasy family who runs a euthanasia center in Florida. After a lightning bolt strikes her at her own funeral, Trophy Fantasy comes back from the dead, years after abandoning her children to live with the almighty party power of rock n' roll. Now, she has to navigate being a good or at least 'okay' mom while also processing being dead.
Making / Production
The show is produced by Alissa Nutting, Alyson Levy, and John Lee, and it is distributed by WarnerMedia Sales & Distribution. The animation for the series is directed by Augenblick Studios. The first season consists of 10 episodes.
Actors
- Maria Bamford: She plays the role of Trophy Fantasy, a wayward mother who comes back from the dead. With her comedic prowess, Maria brings Trophy's wild and free character to life.
- Tim Robinson: He stars as Pete, Trophy’s brother who struggled while raising her abandoned children. Tim infuses Pete with self-deprecating humor and a sense of responsibility.
- Bebe Neuwirth: She takes the role of Baba, the grandmother and business partner in the euthanasia clinic. Bebe lends her distinctive voice to make Baba a firm, yet hilarious character.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The show offers a unique spin on the concept of dystopian afterlife.
- The character of Trophy Fantasy is loosely based on the creators' personal experiences with parenting and death.
Quotes
- "I'm literally not alive to deal with this crap."
- "Yeah, right, like death could get me to grow up."
Music, Soundtrack
- The series features Bebe Neuwirth singing the end credit song, adding a unique touch to the episodes.
About Teenage Euthanasia
Teenage Euthanasia is a dark comedy animation featuring a family-run euthanasia center in a Florida-backwater town.