Tim Robinson’s Divisive Returning Comedy Joins South Park In Paramount’s New TV Launch Date Delays

Tim Robinson and Andy Samberg’s animated comedy collection Digman! has been delayed to coincide with the delayed launch of South Park season 27. Digman! was created by Andy Samberg, and he additionally stars because the titular Rip Digman, an architect who goes on adventures to extend his fame. Digman! season 1 proved divisive – incomes 57% on Rotten Tomatoes with critics and viewers alike – and it now has a brand new downside.

Per The Hollywood Reporter, Digman! season 2 has been delayed to July 23, the identical day South Park season 27 is ready to premiere. Each Digman! and South Park have been initially scheduled to premiere their new seasons on July 9. Nonetheless, South Park season 27 was delayed as a consequence of authorized disputes over streaming rights and the upcoming merger of Paramount International and Skydance.

Each Digman! and South Park premiere on Comedy Central’s broadcast, with Digman! following the long-running collection within the 10:30 p.m. time slot. Whereas the creators of Digman! are usually not concerned within the authorized allegations put ahead by South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, who declare a Skydance govt is interfering in streaming rights negotiations, it appears Digman!‘s launch date is tied to the extra in style collection.

What Digman! Season 2’s Delay Means For Andy Samberg & Tim Robinson’s Present

Digman! Being Tied To South Park Signifies Comedy Central Does not Have A lot Religion In It

Although Digman! boasts some high-profile comedians and much more notable visitor stars – the likes of Kate Winslet and Mark Hamill are each set to look in season 2 – this information is not good. Digman! season 1 was divisive, and the truth that Comedy Central delayed its launch so it will probably observe the premiere of South Park season 27 signifies they do not have a lot religion within the newer present.

Particularly in broadcast TV, much less in style reveals like Digman! usually observe extra in style reveals like South Park to attempt to usher in among the latter’s viewers. A few of South Park‘s viewers might stick round lengthy sufficient to observe Digman! and discover that they prefer it. That appears to be the technique Comedy Central is utilizing, which implies it thinks Digman! will not do effectively with out South Park‘s assist.

Digman! may very well profit from the change in launch dates, nonetheless. South Park‘s delay has been very excessive profile, with Parker and Stone popping out to criticize the transfer on social media. That will drive extra viewers consciousness of the premiere date, and Digman! season 2 might profit just by proximity. If South Park season 27’s premiere does higher, Digman! season 2’s will as effectively.

Our Take On Digman! Season 2 Following South Park’s Delay

Digman! Has A Lot To Supply For South Park Followers & I Hope This Delay Helps Publicize It

Digman! will not be a groundbreaking or acclaimed grownup animated present, however it’s enjoyable. Listening to Andy Samberg do his greatest Nic Cage impression is definitely worth the worth of admission, and there is quite a lot of overlap between Digman! and South Park‘s humorousness. I hope Digman! season 2’s delay helps South Park followers give Digman! a attempt, and possibly assist it discover its area of interest.

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Ideally, Digman! might even give Paramount its alternative for South Park. It is clear that the connection between Park, Stone, and Paramount has been strained in latest months as accusations fly, and I do not see a sensible method for South Park to remain on Paramount+ at this level. Digman! would be the surprising largest winner out of Paramount’s merger.

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  South Park

  
  

  8/10

  Launch Date

  August 13, 1997
  

  Showrunner

  Trey Parker

  Administrators

  Adrien Beard

  Writers

  David A. Goodman, Nancy M. Pimental, Kenny Hotz, Philip Stark, Dave Weasel, Dan Sterling, Susan Hurwitz Arneson, Trisha Nixon, David R. Goodman, Tim Talbott, Pam Brady, Robert Lopez, Dani Michaeli, Kyle McCulloch, Karey Dornetto, Jonathan Kimmel, Jane Bussmann

  
  

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    Karri Turner

    Liane Cartman / Wendy Testaburger / Mrs. Crabtree (voice)

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    Matt Stone

    Kyle Broflovski / Kenny McCormick (voice)