Adult Swim Approves Genndy Tartakovsky's 'Heist Brothers' Series
WHO:
Collider - Genndy Tartakovsky is described as the legendary creator of "Primal" and "Samurai Jack."
Variety - Genndy Tartakovsky is the creator of "Heist Brothers."
Deadline - The President of Adult Swim was pitched the show idea by Genndy Tartakovsky.
WHAT:
Collider - Genndy Tartakovsky is teaming with Adult Swim for a new crime series, which is separate from "Heist Brothers."
Variety - "Heist Brothers," an animated action comedy, has been fully greenlit for series by Adult Swim.
Deadline - The show was previously known as "Heist Safari" before being renamed to "Heist Brothers."
WHERE:
Variety - The announcement was made during the Adult Swim Studio Focus event at Annecy.
Deadline - The pitch for the show took place live on stage at Annecy.
WHEN:
Variety - The show was first teased by Genndy Tartakovsky at Annecy in 2024.
Deadline - The development of the show was revealed last year before it was greenlit.
WHY:
Collider - The new crime series is described as adults-only.
Deadline - The show is described as a "high-octane animated" series, indicating a focus on action and excitement.
HOW:
Deadline - Genndy Tartakovsky pitched the idea for "Heist Brothers" live on stage.
(UPDATED June 26, 2026 19:36 UTC)
Genndy Tartakovsky, the legendary creator of "Primal" and "Samurai Jack," is teaming up with Adult Swim for an exciting new crime series. This upcoming project is set to be adults-only and is distinct from his previous work, "Heist Brothers." Fans of Tartakovsky can look forward to this fresh addition to his impressive portfolio.
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(UPDATED June 26, 2026 15:49 UTC)
Genndy Tartakovsky has successfully pitched his animated action comedy, "Heist Brothers," which has now been fully greenlit by Adult Swim. The announcement came during the Adult Swim Studio Focus event at Annecy, where Tartakovsky first teased the show back in 2024. Originally titled "Heist Safari," this high-octane series promises to deliver plenty of action and excitement.