Ballmastrz: 9009
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| Created by | Christy Karacas |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
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| Network | Adult Swim |
| Release | April 9, 2018 |
Ballmastrz: 9009 is an upcoming American adult animated comedy series created by Christy Karacas and starring Natasha Lyonne. It is set to premiere on April 9, 2018 on Adult Swim.
Premise
Ballmastrz: 9009 follows "Gaz Digzy, a washed-up superstar and notorious party gal who, after a spiral of destructive antics, is demoted to The Leptons, the worst team in The Game. Her only way back to the top is to somehow lead these pathetic misfits and “ultimate losers” to victory."[1]
Cast and characters
Main
- Natasha Lyonne as Gaz Digzy
- Dana Snyder as Babyball
- Dave Willis as Leto
- Jessica DiCicco as Ace
- Eric Bauza
- Christopher McCulloch
- Christy Karacas
Guest
- Norman Reedus
- Stephanie Sheh
- Mike O’Gorman
Episodes
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | Viewers (millions) | |
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| 1 | "A Shooting Star Named Gaz Digzy Falls Fast and Hard"[2] | Christy Karacas | Christy Karacas | April 9, 2018 | N/A | |
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In the far future after the Rad Wars, the great one creates "The Game" so that the world can live in peace. A notorious team known as the Leptons are the worse, yet its youngest member, an orphan named Ace, tries to remain optimistic about winning. Meanwhile Gaz Digzy, a famous member of the Boom Boom Boys, has grown bored of her fame and decides to party hard resulting in her arrest, rehab, getting kicked off the team and earning severe muffin-top. The great one places has her join the Leptons so that she can potentially work her way back into her team much to her chagrin. | ||||||
| 2 | "With the Burning Spirit of Teamwork in Her Heart"[2] | Christy Karacas | Adam Modiano | April 9, 2018 | N/A | |
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Ace is overjoyed at Gaz joining the Leptons as he is a fan of hers, but she berates and looks down on them for their poor skills. Babyball, the team's ball member, presents Gaz with the prospect of working together to leave the team. As the Leptons battle the Murderous Misfits, Gaz and Babyball intentionally harm their team angering and upsetting Ace who insults Gaz. She in turn tosses Babyball so hard that he and Ace fuse and take out the opposing team, but accidentally score in the other goal. Nevertheless, the audience is enthralled by this development and Ace hugs an annoyed Gaz. | ||||||
| 3 | "Very Special Balls"[2] | Unknown | Unknown | April 16, 2018 | N/A | |
| 4 | "To Catch a Princess"[2] | Unknown | Unknown | April 16, 2018 | N/A | |
| 5 | "Breathe Deep to Win! Teamwork Cuts Through the Foul Odor of Obsession!"[2] | Unknown | Unknown | April 23, 2018 | N/A | |
| 6 | "Honor! Money! Swords! Dongs! Ultimate Gaz Boom Boom Rookie Card Battle Begin! Fight!"[2] | Unknown | Unknown | April 23, 2018 | N/A | |
| 7 | "Hunger Cramps on the Playing Field of Friendship"[2] | Unknown | Unknown | April 30, 2018 | N/A | |
| 8 | "Leather Passions! 2 Hearts, 2 Wheelz, Infinite Roadz. Ride Now!"[2] | Unknown | Unknown | April 30, 2018 | N/A | |
| 9 | "Chaste Wing of the Cold Turkey vs. Flaming Fist of Indulgence!"[2] | Unknown | Unknown | May 7, 2018 | N/A | |
| 10 | "Strength Through Song; Brotherhood Through Blood; Redemption Through Rage. Sing, Fallen Angel!"[2] | Unknown | Unknown | May 7, 2018 | N/A | |
Production
Development
On May 7, 2015, it was announced that Adult Swim had given a pilot order to the production, then titled Ballmastrz: 9669, as part of their 2015-16 slate of returning series, pilots and specials.[3]
On August 4, 2017, it was announced that Adult Swim had given the production a series order consisting of a first season. The series was created by Christy Karacas and is to be produced by animation company Titmouse, Inc.[1]
Casting
Alongside the initial series announcement, it was reported that Natasha Lyonne was cast in the series' lead role of Gaz Digzy. The main cast is also set to be rounded out by Dana Snyder, Dave Willis, Jessica DiCicco, Eric Bauza, Christopher McCulloch, and Karacas. Guests are set to include Norman Reedus, Stephanie Sheh, and Mike O’Gorman.[1][4][5][6]
Marketing
Alongside the initial series announcement, Adult Swim released the first official trailer for the series.[1][7][8]
References
- ^ a b c d Pedersen, Erik (March 1, 2018). "Adult Swim Orders Toon Series 'Ballmastrz 9009' Starring Natasha Lyonne, Unveils Trailer & Premiere Date". Deadline. Retrieved March 2, 2018.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Shows A-Z - ballmastrz 9009 on adult swim | TheFutonCritic.com". The Futon Critic. Retrieved April 7, 2018.
- ^ Petski, Denise (May 7, 2015). "Adult Swim's 2015-16 Slate Includes New Animated Series From Brad Neely, Miniseries From Jon Glaser". Deadline. Retrieved March 2, 2018.
- ^ Pena, Jessica (March 1, 2018). "Ballmastrz: 9009: Adult Swim Announces New Animated Series for April (Video) - canceled TV shows - TV Series Finale". TV Series Finale. Retrieved March 2, 2018.
- ^ Milligan, Mercedes (March 1, 2018). "Adult Swim Grabs Christy Karacas' Manic Anime Homage 'Ballmastrz: 9009'". Animation Magazine. Retrieved March 2, 2018.
- ^ Mufson, Beckett (March 1, 2018). "'Ballmastrz: 9009' Is Here to Fill the 'Rick and Morty'–Shaped Hole in Your Life". Vice. Retrieved March 2, 2018.
- ^ Karan, Tim (March 1, 2018). "Watch the insane trailer for Adult Swim's new series Ballmastrz: 9009". Looper.com. Retrieved March 2, 2018.
- ^ McLean, Tom (March 1, 2018). "Adult Swim Debuts 'Ballmastrz: 9009' April 8". Animation World Network. Retrieved March 2, 2018.