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[[Ubisoft]], a large video game publisher, assisted with development of the series. McElhenney said the concept of the show resulted from a discussion Ubisoft had with him about producing a television show around video games. McElhenney had been invited to [[Ubisoft Montreal]] to discuss the project, and though he was initially hesitant, as he toured the studio, he saw the potential vision for the show. Since then, Ubisoft has assisted in designing the video game characters and game world, as well as providing other art assets for the show. Ubisoft also helped the writers with details of video game development to stay authentic to industry approaches.<ref>{{cite web | url = https://www.ign.com/articles/mythic-quest-ravens-banquet-rob-mcelhenney-ubisoft-game-apple-tv-plus | title = Rob McElhenney Explains How Apple's Mythic Quest Will Stay 'Authentic' to the Game Industry | first = Laura | last = Prudom | date = February 3, 2020 | accessdate = February 3, 2020 | work = [[IGN]] }}</ref> |
[[Ubisoft]], a large video game publisher, assisted with development of the series. McElhenney said the concept of the show resulted from a discussion Ubisoft had with him about producing a television show around video games. McElhenney had been invited to [[Ubisoft Montreal]] to discuss the project, and though he was initially hesitant, as he toured the studio, he saw the potential vision for the show. Since then, Ubisoft has assisted in designing the video game characters and game world, as well as providing other art assets for the show. Ubisoft also helped the writers with details of video game development to stay authentic to industry approaches.<ref>{{cite web | url = https://www.ign.com/articles/mythic-quest-ravens-banquet-rob-mcelhenney-ubisoft-game-apple-tv-plus | title = Rob McElhenney Explains How Apple's Mythic Quest Will Stay 'Authentic' to the Game Industry | first = Laura | last = Prudom | date = February 3, 2020 | accessdate = February 3, 2020 | work = [[IGN]] }}</ref> |
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Revision as of 02:21, 3 July 2020
| Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet | |
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| Composer | Takeshi Furukawa |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 9 (list of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Executive producers |
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| Producers |
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| Cinematography | Mike Berlucchi |
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| Running time | 24–35 min. |
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| Original release | |
| Network | Apple TV+ |
| Release | February 7, 2020 – present |
Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet is an American comedy web television series starring Rob McElhenney for Apple TV+. The series premiered on February 7, 2020.
Apple TV+ renewed the series for a second season on January 18, 2020, ahead of its season 1 premiere.[1] A special episode, entitled Mythic Quest: Quarantine, was also produced and aired on May 22, 2020.[2]
Premise
The series is set in "a video game development studio and explores the intricacies of the human condition through hilarious and innovative ways."[3]
Cast and characters
Main
- Rob McElhenney as Ian Grimm, creative director
- Ashly Burch as Rachel, game tester
- Jessie Ennis as Jo, David's assistant
- Imani Hakim as Dana, game tester
- David Hornsby as David Brittlesbee, executive producer
- Charlotte Nicdao as Poppy Li, lead engineer
- Danny Pudi as Brad Bakshi, head of monetization
- F. Murray Abraham as C.W. Longbottom, head writer
- Jake Johnson as Doc, Dark Quiet Death co-creator, and Beans' ex-partner
- Cristin Milioti as Beans, Dark Quiet Death co-creator, and Doc's ex-partner
Recurring
- Elisha Henig as Pootie Shoe
- Aparna Nancherla as Michelle
- Caitlin McGee as Sue Gorgon
- John DiMaggio as Dan Williams
- Naomi Ekperigin as Carol
- Craig Mazin as Lou
Episodes
Season 1 (2020)
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date [4] |
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| 1 | "Pilot" | David Gordon Green | Charlie Day & Megan Ganz & Rob McElhenney | February 7, 2020 |
| 2 | "The Casino" | Todd Biermann David Gordon Green | David Hornsby | February 7, 2020 |
| 3 | "Dinner Party" | Todd Biermann | Megan Ganz | February 7, 2020 |
| 4 | "The Convention" | David Gordon Green | John Howell Harris | February 7, 2020 |
| 5 | "A Dark Quiet Death" | Rob McElhenney | Katie McElhenney | February 7, 2020 |
| 6 | "Non-Player Character" | LP | David Hornsby | February 7, 2020 |
| 7 | "Permadeath" | Todd Biermann | Aparna Nancherla & Ashly Burch | February 7, 2020 |
| 8 | "Brendan" | Pete Chatmon | Megan Ganz | February 7, 2020 |
| 9 | "Blood Ocean" | Catriona McKenzie | Megan Ganz & Rob McElhenney | February 7, 2020 |
Special (2020)
| Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date [4] |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Mythic Quest: Quarantine" | Rob McElhenney | Rob McElhenney, Megan Ganz, & David Hornsby | May 22, 2020 |
Production
Development
On August 9, 2018, it was announced that Apple had given a series order to a new half-hour comedy series written by Rob McElhenney, Megan Ganz, and Charlie Day, all of whom are also set to executive produce alongside Michael Rotenberg, Nicholas Frenkel, Gérard Guillemot, Jason Altman, and Danielle Kreinik. Production companies involved with the series are slated to consist of RCG Productions, 3 Arts Entertainment, and Ubisoft Film & Television.[3][5][6]
On January 18, 2020, it was announced that Apple TV+ had renewed the series for a second season, ahead of its Season 1 premiere.[1]
Ubisoft, a large video game publisher, assisted with development of the series. McElhenney said the concept of the show resulted from a discussion Ubisoft had with him about producing a television show around video games. McElhenney had been invited to Ubisoft Montreal to discuss the project, and though he was initially hesitant, as he toured the studio, he saw the potential vision for the show. Since then, Ubisoft has assisted in designing the video game characters and game world, as well as providing other art assets for the show. Ubisoft also helped the writers with details of video game development to stay authentic to industry approaches.[7]
The first season was originally going to conclude with ten episodes. But due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the finale was retooled as a special episode and was released on May 22, 2020.
Casting
Alongside the initial series announcement, it was confirmed that Rob McElhenney would star in the series.[3] On February 1, 2019, it was announced that F. Murray Abraham, Imani Hakim, David Hornsby, Danny Pudi, Ashly Burch, Charlotte Nicdao and Jessie Ennis had joined the cast of the series.[8]
Filming
In March 2019, it was reported by The New York Times that filming had concluded.[9]
Marketing
On June 10, 2019, a trailer for the series was presented by McElhenney at Ubisoft's E3 2019 press conference, where he announced that Mythic Quest would premiere in the fall of 2019.[10]
On December 18, 2019, it was announced that the series would premiere on February 7, 2020.[11]
Reception
The review aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes reported a 88% approval rating, based on 27 reviews, with an average rating of 7.13/10. The website's critical consensus reads, "While it relies too heavily on the workplace comedy formula, Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet is nonetheless hilarious and stands out for exploring the gaming industry with intelligence, thoughtfulness, and sincerity."[12] Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, assigned a score of 73 out of 100 based on reviews from 12 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews".[13]
References
- ^ a b Turchiano, Danielle (2020-01-19). "Apple TV Plus Renews 'Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet' Ahead of Series Premiere". Variety. Retrieved 2020-02-04.
- ^ Petski, Denise (May 15, 2020). "'Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet': Apple Comedy Sets Return With Special Quarantine Episode". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 15, 2020.
- ^ a b c Petski, Denise (August 9, 2018). "Rob McElhenney & Charlie Day Comedy Lands Straight-To-Series Order At Apple". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 9, 2018.
- ^ a b "Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet – Listings". The Futon Critic. Retrieved January 9, 2020.
- ^ Otterson, Joe (August 9, 2018). "Apple Orders Charlie Day, Rob McElhenney Comedy Straight to Series". Variety. Retrieved August 9, 2018.
- ^ Goldberg, Lesley (August 9, 2018). "Rob McElhenney-Charlie Day Comedy Scores Apple Series Order". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 9, 2018.
- ^ Prudom, Laura (February 3, 2020). "Rob McElhenney Explains How Apple's Mythic Quest Will Stay 'Authentic' to the Game Industry". IGN. Retrieved February 3, 2020.
- ^ Petski, Denise (February 1, 2019). "F. Murray Abraham, Imani Hakim, David Hornsby, Danny Pudi Among 7 Cast In Rob McElhenney & Charlie Day's Apple Comedy Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 1, 2019.
- ^ Koblin, John (2019-03-17). "Apple's Big Spending Plan to Challenge Netflix Takes Shape". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2019-03-24.
- ^ Patches, Matt (2019-06-10). "Always Sunny's Rob McElhenney and Ubisoft unveil gaming sitcom Mythic Quest". Polygon. Retrieved 2019-06-26.
- ^ "Apple's New Comedy Series "Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet" to Premiere Friday, February 7". The Futon Critic. December 18, 2019.
- ^ "Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet: Season 1 (2020) - Rotten Tomatoes". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved February 16, 2020.
- ^ "Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet: Season 1 - Metacritic". Metacritic. Retrieved February 16, 2020.
External links
- Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet – official site
- Mythic Quest at IMDb