Gary the Rat
Gary the Rat is an American television program adult-oriented animated series animated by Spike Animation Studios, produced by Grammnet Productions and distributed by Cheyenne Enterprises. It began as a Web cartoon in 2000 for Mediatrip.com. The series aired on Spike in 2003, lasting for one season. The series was created by now re-structured studio BLITZ, formerly known as eStudio. The complete series has not come to DVD. However, all episodes are available on the iTunes Music Store and the Zune Marketplace.
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Plot Summary
Gary the Rat is an adult animated sitcom that follows the misadventures of Gary, a private investigator who happens to be a rat living in New York City. He navigates the gritty underworld of the city, solving crimes and getting into trouble with a cast of eccentric characters, including his human associate, Jack. The show is known for its dark humor, satirical take on detective noir, and its often bizarre scenarios.
Critical Reception
Gary the Rat received a mixed to negative reception. While some appreciated its unique premise and adult-oriented animation style, many critics found the humor to be crude and the storylines to be lacking in substance. It gained a cult following among a niche audience but did not achieve mainstream success.
What Reviewers Say
- A crude but occasionally clever adult animated series.
- Lacked broad appeal due to its niche humor and animation style.
- Found a small cult following for its unique concept.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews and ratings for 'Gary the Rat' is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The show was produced by a small independent studio and had a very limited run, making it a rare find for animation enthusiasts.
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