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Netflix is gearing up to release a brand-new series that brings Canada’s own Scott Pilgrim back to the screen. Based on Bryan Lee O’Malley’s hit graphic novels – which were adapted into the 2010 comedy film Scott Pilgrim vs. the World – Scott Pilgrim Takes Off sees the return of the beloved cult hero in an animated series.
It’s been 13 years since the original film was released, but it has since developed a strong cult following. Shaun of the Dead filmmaker Edgar Wright – who directed and co-wrote the live-action film – brings the character back to life in anime form as the show’s executive producer.
Speaking to Netflix, he said: “I knew that a live-action sequel was unlikely, but I would usually defer by suggesting that perhaps an anime adaptation was an interesting way to go. And then, lo and behold, one day Netflix got in touch to ask about this exact idea.
“But even better, our brilliant creator Bryan Lee O’Malley had an idea that was way more adventurous than just a straight adaptation of the original books.”
Here, we break down everything you need to know about Scott Pilgrim Takes Off.
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What is Scott Pilgrim Takes Off about?
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off tells an expanded version of the beloved story told in its graphic novel and live-action predecessors without being a straight adaptation. It follows the titular 23-year-old bass playing Canadian as he meets the girl of his dreams, hip New Yorker Ramona Flowers.
Scott wants nothing more than to date her, but he must first defeat her seven evil exes.
Who is in the cast of Scott Pilgrim Takes Off?
The original Scott Pilgrim vs the World cast have gone on to huge things – it includes two Marvel superheroes and an Oscar winner – but Netflix’s anime sees the whole gang return to lend their voices to the show. The cast has remained friends in the 13 years since the original film’s release and still keep in contact via a Scott Pilgrim email chain.
“Hearing the actors play their parts again was emotional, heartwarming, and hilarious,” Wright told Netflix. “We’re giving them an opportunity to revisit something that meant a lot to them, but they also are bringing their years of experience, their perspective on these characters, and it leads to awesome stuff.”
Scott Pilgrim reunites the in-film band Sex Bob-Omb (Netflix)Michael Cera reprises his role as Scott, alongside Mary Elizabeth Winstead as manic pixie dream girl Ramona. They are joined by Succession star Kieran Culkin as Wallace Wells, Captain Marvel’s Brie Larson as Envy Adams and Anna Kendrick as Stacey Pilgrim.
Sex Bob-Omb is also reunited with Mark Webber back as Stephen Stills, Alison Pill as Kim Pine and Johnny Simmons as young Neil. Rounding off the cast is Aubrey Plaza as Julie Powers, Ellen Wong as Knives Chau, and Satya Bhabha, Chris Evans, Brandon Routh, Jason Schwartzman, and Mae Whitman as Ramona’s Evil Exes.
Is there a trailer for Scott Pilgrim Takes Off?
Netflix unveiled the trailer for Scott Pilgrim Takes Off in October. It can be viewed here.
When is Scott Pilgrim Takes Off released?
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off premieres on Friday, November 17 at 8am. It will be available to stream with a subscription to Netflix, which usually costs £10.99 a month for the streamer’s standard plan and gives access to hit shows like the all-new sixth season of The Crown.
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