"Justin Roiland: The brain at the back of 'Rick and Morty' as Co-writer and Voice Actor"

 

Justin Roiland is a man of many talents. He is an animator, writer, producer, and voice actor, who has made a significant impact in the world of animation. But perhaps his most notable achievement is his role as the co-creator and co-executive producer of the hit Adult Swim animated television series, Rick and Morty.

The show, which premiered in December 2013, follows the adventures of an eccentric and alcoholic scientist, Rick Sanchez, and his good-hearted but easily influenced grandson, Morty Smith, who split their time between domestic life and interdimensional adventures. The show quickly gained a cult following for its dark humor, complex storytelling, and satirical take on science fiction.

Roiland's influence on the show is undeniable. Not only does he voice the show's main characters, Rick Sanchez and Morty Smith, but he also co-created the show with fellow animator, Dan Harmon. The show's unique animation style and off-beat humor are also attributed to Roiland's influence.

But Rick and Morty is not Roiland's only accomplishment. He also created and voices in the animated series Solar Opposites, which premiered on Hulu in 2020. The show is also a sci-fi animated comedy series, created by Roiland and Mike McMahan, and it follows a family of aliens who must take refuge on Earth after their planet was destroyed.

Roiland's career in animation began in the early 2000s, when he worked as a writer and animator on various shows such as Fish Police and Cartoon Sushi. He also created and starred in the web series House of Cosbys and the animation festival series The Real Animated Adventures of Doc and Mharti.

His work on Rick and Morty has earned him numerous accolades, including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program in 2018. Roiland has also been nominated for several other awards, including a Critics' Choice Television Award and a BAFTA Television Award.

In addition to his work in animation, Roiland is also a successful video game developer. He co-founded Squanch Games, a virtual reality game development studio, in 2016, and has since developed several VR games, including Accounting+ and Trover Saves the Universe.

In conclusion, Justin Roiland is a talented animator, writer, producer, and voice actor, whose contributions to the world of animation are undeniable. With his unique animation style, off-beat humor, and satirical take on science fiction, Roiland has created some of the most beloved and popular animated series of our time. He continues to be one of the most influential figures in the animation industry and we can expect more great work from him in the future.

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