Fans of the popular animated series Solar Opposites can look forward to an exciting new season and a holiday special. Showrunners Mike McMahon and Josh Bycel recently provided an update on Solar Opposites season 5 during an interview with Screen Rant.
While no specific release date has been announced yet, McMahon assured fans that the team is hard at work on the upcoming season. He acknowledged that the 2023 SAG-AFTRA and Writers Guild of America strikes caused some delays but expressed gratitude for the dedicated artists who continued working during that time.
According to McMahon, the color cuts for more than half of the season have already been received, indicating significant progress. The show's unique format, where the entire season is released at once, allows fans to binge-watch the entire season if they so desire.
In addition to season 5, Solar Opposites fans can also look forward to another holiday special later in the year. The show has already explored Christmas and Halloween, so it will be interesting to see which holiday they tackle next.
McMahon and Bycel provided some teasing hints about what to expect in the upcoming season. They mentioned a cool new element called 'The Wall,' along with hilarious Solar stories and the introduction of 'Silvercops,' which are sure to leave viewers stunned.
Furthermore, McMahon revealed a surprising development in the lives of Terry and Korvo, stating that they are now married. However, their newfound marital bliss doesn't necessarily mean their lives will become any easier.
While an exact release date for Solar Opposites season 5 has not been announced, it's likely to premiere sometime in the summer of 2024. This estimation is based on the show's past release patterns and the progress reported by McMahon. With primary animation production well underway, the team only has a few more episodes to finish before the season is complete.
As for the holiday special, considering previous choices like Christmas and Halloween, the team may opt for a Thanksgiving-themed episode. This special is expected to premiere towards the end of 2024, and Hulu will likely schedule it a few months after the conclusion of season 5.
In the meantime, fans can get ready for the upcoming Valentine's Day Special which is set to air on Hulu on February 5. Solar Opposites, created by Mike McMahan and Justin Roiland, explores the adventures of a family of aliens who have settled on Earth and navigate the challenges of living in a new country. With a talented voice cast and a unique blend of humor and sci-fi elements, Solar Opposites continues to captivate audiences and leave them eagerly awaiting each new season and holiday special.
