The wacky world of the animated series Futurama is about to make its grand return to our screens! This eagerly-awaited revival marks the third return of the series since its initial launch in 1999 by The Simpsons creator Matt Groening. After a hiatus between 2003 and 2007, the series returned to Comedy Central. Now, streaming platform Hulu is giving it a third chance, with a release date set for July 24.
In France, this new season has been available since July 24, 2023, on Disney+.
For those new to Futurama, the animated series follows the character of Philip J. Fry, a pizza delivery man who finds himself accidentally cryogenically frozen on the eve of the year 2000 and awakens 1,000 years later. It's a world of comedy and science fiction, brimming with Matt Groening's unique and eccentric elements. If you're a fan of The Simpsons, chances are you'll love Futurama!
"New viewers will be able to pick up the series from here, while longtime fans will recognize the denouements of decades-old mysteries - including developments in Fry and Leela's epic love story, the mysterious contents of Nibbler's litter box, the secret history of the evil robot Santa, and the whereabouts of Kif and Amy's tadpoles. Meanwhile, a new pandemic sweeps through town and the team explores the future of vaccines, bitcoin, cancellation culture and streaming TV."
Season 11 will feature 10 episodes broadcast weekly. A total of 20 episodes have been ordered by Hulu, with the remaining 10 episodes forming part of a Season 12. Fans will once again be able to immerse themselves in the adventures of Fry, Leela and Bender. Note that previous seasons of Futurama are already available on Disney+, offering new viewers a chance to catch up on the story, and long-time fans answers to long-standing mysteries, including the epic love story between Fry and Leela.
Our review of Futurama season 11:
We were eagerly awaiting the return of the series, and we weren't disappointed! Futurama made its comeback after a 10-year absence, offering one episode a week on the SVOD platform since July 24. And with the final episode just aired, what can we say about the new season? Several things.
To begin with, the humor is as wacky as ever. With the exception of a few gags that don't work, right from the start, the show's trademark humor is back... And that's good! On the story front, Futurama continues to surf on current events, dealing here with TV series, the MeToo movement and Covid, with a hilarious dedicated episode. It's lively, often relevant, always funny. A series that even allows itself to be meta, with the first episode taking a self-critical look at the series and its various cancellations, ending with a moral that will speak directly to viewers. We also appreciate the references to numerous SF films, bringing the series into the modern era.
As for the characters, they're as strong as ever. The lead trio of Leela, Bender and Fry are as effective as ever. There are also a number of newcomers, such as Kif and Amy's children, anchoring the series in the present day. It's also a season packed with references, which fans will discover again and again on repeat viewings. The only downside is that it feels like something is missing, with episodes lacking a link to one another. Unless the whole thing is a bit more watered-down, as the series is now owned by Disney? We'll let you make up your own mind.
Nonetheless, this new season of Futurama hits the nail on the head, and should keep fans happy until the next season is announced. To your remote controls!
In the meantime, why not embark on a Futurama marathon to prepare for the arrival of this new season? Whether you're an old fan or a newcomer, get ready to embark on a journey to the future with this cult sci-fi series!
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