Tuca & Bertie
Animated comedy about bird best friends navigating life
About Tuca & Bertie
Released: 2021
Platform: Max
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 2 Seasons Available (20 Episodes)
Cast
Tiffany Haddish, Ali Wong, Steven Yeun, Lisa Hanawalt, Tiffany Haddish, Ali Wong, Steven Yeun, John Early, Pamela Adlon, Cole Escola, Lisa Hanawalt, Patti Harrison, Reggie Watts
About Tuca & Bertie
Tuca & Bertie is an animated television series that premiered in 2021, created by Lisa Hanawalt for Netflix. The show features the adventures of two 30-year-old bird women who live in the same apartment building: Tuca, a confident, care-free toucan, and Bertie, a daydreaming, anxious songbird.
Making / Production
The series is produced by American entertainment company ShadowMachine. It was initially cancelled after one season on Netflix, but Adult Swim picked it up for a second season, which premiered on June 13, 2021.
Actors
- Tiffany Haddish who played Tuca, skillfully brings out the care-free and confident nature of her character.
- Ali Wong as Bertie, perfect portrays the anxieties and struggles of her character with relatable humor.
- Steven Yeun voices Speckle, Bertie's love interest, adding a human touch to the character with his performance.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Tuca & Bertie is created by Lisa Hanawalt who is a production designer and producer on BoJack Horseman.
- The series was originally cancelled by Netflix but was later picked up by Adult Swim.
Quotes
- "I'm Tuca! I'm confident, and I don't care about anything!" - Tuca
- "I have anxiety... But I'm working on it." - Bertie
Music, Soundtrack
- The show's eclectic soundtrack features a mix of indie pop, funk, and electro music, reflecting the lighthearted yet thoughtful tone of the series.
- The catchy theme song is performed by Jessie Ware.
Awards
While Tuca & Bertie does not currently have any awards, its unique blend of humor, striking animation style, and insightful commentary on female friendships and mental health have garnered critical praise.
About Tuca & Bertie
Tuca & Bertie is a vibrant animated series highlighting the friendship and quirky mishaps of two bird-woman best pals.