Rick and Morty: A Way Back Home is an adult animated science fiction romantic adventure comedy-drama film based on Adult Swim's animated television series, Rick and Morty, created by Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon. Directed by carlos
Conrad Vernon and Edgar Wright from a screenplay by Wright, Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Dan Harmon, and Joe Cornish and a story by Rogen, Goldberg, and Harmon, the film features the voices of Michael Cera, Ian Cardoni, Ella Anderson, Spencer Grammer, Sarah Chalke, Chris Parnell, Sofia Boutella, Kari Wahlgren, Cassie Steele, Brandon Johnson, and Seth Rogen. The film follows Morty Smith's journey through a universe where incest and polygamy are legal as he tries to find a way back to his own reality.
Produced by Warner Bros. Pictures Animation, Alcon Entertainment, Point Grey Pictures, One Cool Group Limited, Wayfarer Studios, Complete Fiction Pictures, Harmonious Claptrap, Williams Street and Domain Entertainment, the film was released on June 21, 2024, by Warner Bros. Pictures.
Plot[]
The film begins when Rick's latest experiment goes awry, transporting Morty to a bizarre alternate universe with drastically different societal norms. In this universe, incest and polygamy are not only legal but also encouraged, leading to a surreal and chaotic landscape. Morty soon discovers that he's not alone in this strange universe. His grandparents, Rick and Diane; his genderswapped twin sister, Morticia; his older sister, Summer; Summer's wild and athletic twin sister, Rose; and his parents, Beth and Jerry, are all inadvertently transported with him.
Together, Morty and his family must navigate the bizarre customs and challenges of this alternate reality while searching for a way back home. As Morty grapples with the shock of this strange new reality, he finds himself thrust into a series of sexy adventures alongside Morticia, Summer, and Rose. With Rick at the helm, the group embarks on a journey through various dimensions and encounters, pursuing scientific experiments and personal agendas while navigating the challenges of the alternate universe.
Along the way, Morty must confront his feelings for Jessica, a student in his math class, while also navigating his bond with Morticia and his desire to find a way back home. As the group encounters a colorful cast of characters, including allies like Morty's physical education teacher, Reka, and enemies like the manipulative Gazorpian Veronica Ann Bennet, Morty's journey becomes a rollercoaster of excitement, danger, and self-discovery.
With the help of his family and friends, Morty must navigate the complexities of love, family, and identity in a universe where anything is possible. As they face off against foes like the fish humanoid king of the ocean, Mr. Nimbus, and the ruler of the planet Gazorpazorp, Mar-Sha, Morty and his companions must rely on each other to find their way back home and uncover the secrets of the alternate universe.
In the end, Morty and the group successfully return to their own reality, forever changed by their experiences in the alternate universe. Morty comes to appreciate the importance of his relationships with his family and friends, while also gaining a newfound sense of confidence and self-assurance. As the film concludes, Morty reflects on his journey and the lessons he's learned along the way, knowing that no matter where life may take him, he'll always find his way back home—to the people who love him and the universe that he calls his own.
Cast[]
- Michael Cera as Morty Smith, a good-hearted but often naive 18-year-old boy who finds himself thrust into a universe where incest and polygamy are legal. Throughout the journey, Morty grapples with his feelings for Jessica, his bond with Morticia, and his desire to find a way back home while navigating the challenges of the alternate reality. Morty serves as the film's main protagonist.
- Ian Cardoni as Rick Sanchez, Morty's brilliant yet deeply flawed grandfather and the driving force behind the adventure. With his trademark mix of intelligence, cynicism, and recklessness, Rick leads the group through various dimensions and encounters, pursuing his own scientific experiments and personal agendas along the way.
- Ella Anderson as Morticia Smith, Morty's genderswapped twin sister. She offers support and companionship to Morty while also grappling with her own identity and feelings in the alternate universe.
- Spencer Grammer as Summer Smith, Morty's older sister and Rick's granddaughter who provides both emotional support and comic relief throughout the journey. Her resourcefulness and intelligence prove invaluable as the group navigates the challenges of the alternate reality.
- Grammer also voices Rose Smith, Summer's athletic and free-spirited twin sister. Her wild nature adds an intriguing dynamic to the Smith family and the group's adventures.
- Sarah Chalke as Beth Smith, a level-headed and assertive woman who is Jerry's wife, Morty's mother, and Rick's daughter. She provides a stabilizing influence within the family dynamic.
- Chris Parnell as Jerry Smith, an insecure and bumbling man who is Beth's husband, Morty's father, and Rick's son-in-law. His antics often add humor to the story.
- Sofia Boutella as Jessica, a student in Morty's math class.
- Kari Wahlgren as Diane Sanchez, a strong and resilient woman who is Rick's wife, Beth's mother, and Morty's grandmother.
- Cassie Steele as Tricia Lange, a busty attractive girl who is Summer's best friend.
- Brandon Johnson as Mr. Goldenfold, Morty's math teacher at Harry Herpson High School.
- Seth Rogen as Mr. Nimbus, a fish humanoid who is the king of the ocean.
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The film's animation is primarily done in-house at Warner Bros. Pictures Animation in Burbank, California. Additional animation services are provided by Bardel Entertainment, Feitong Cartoon, Passion Pictures, Rough Draft Studios, Snipple Animation Studios, Starburns Industries, and The Answer Studio.
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