As an adult who occasionally thinks like a child, I can say that The Cuphead Show *might* keep a kid entertained for a few hours. Speaking to Animation Magazine, executive producer Dave Wasson revealed that The Cuphead Show aims to have a “universal appeal” - something for the whole family to enjoy. ? #TheCupheadShow /M0JkNyLXgH- The Cuphead Show February 7, 2022 Let's get to it kids, and I'll whip up something delicious as a surprise. It’s the perfect day to knock off a HUGE list of tasks. ‘The Cuphead Show’ fails to hit a universal audience That’s a big part of the game, and taking it out means losing a bit of Cuphead’s charm. Unfortunately, Cuphead and Mugman are missing their iconic finger guns, used to take down enemies in Cuphead. And instead of Cuphead and Mugman collecting souls for the Devil, it’s the Devil who wants to collect Cuphead’s soul. However, the cartoon is mostly its own concept.Ĭuphead and Mugman do go up against the Devil, but the terms are slightly different: instead of a casino, the brothers find the Devil at an evil carnival (aptly named CarnEvil). The Cuphead Show features cameos from many Cuphead bosses and other NPCs, including King Dice, Porkrind (and his Emporium), Ribby and Croaks, Elder Kettle, and more. It is important to note that Cuphead fans looking for a faithful adaptation of the video game won’t quite get their wish. Cuphead and Mugman stray from their video game roots Plus, everyone has an old-school New York accent, which adds to the ’30s charm. Meanwhile, the cartoon’s baddies like the Devil (Luke Millington-Drake) and King Dice (Wayne Brady) have suave yet sleazy tones that are perfect for any villain. Tru Valentino gives Cuphead a loud and excited tone that easily distinguishes him from Mugman’s (Frank Todaro) reserved and quiet voice. The voice-acting is also well-suited for each character. It even nails the music, channeling ’30s jazz with a few scat-filled and trumpet-heavy musical numbers. The Cuphead Show does a great job of recreating that ’30s vibe while still adding a modern flair. The video game and cartoon were designed with 1930s Fleischer cartoons in mind, taking inspiration from Disney’s Silly Symphonies and other vintage animations. What makes both Cuphead and The Cuphead Show stand out is the animation style. ‘The Cuphead Show’ is a love letter to vintage cartoons Their dynamic is one that many sibling viewers will likely find relatable - as someone with three siblings, I certainly did. Meanwhile, Mugman takes a more careful approach to their adventures and serves as the voice of reason. Cuphead, the one with the red nose, often acts impulsively and likes to live on the edge, even if it’s dangerous. Chad added, “When we were growing up, I was always attracted to the main hero character while Jared, for whatever reason, liked the sort of out-of-the-box, weird characters who didn’t suit the perfect hero image.”Ĭuphead and Mugman perfectly embody those tropes. “In the game, there’s an older brother/younger brother dynamic,” Jared recently told Animation Magazine. The video game was created by real-life brothers Chad and Jared Moldenhauer, who drew inspiration from their own sibling experiences. Whether it’s saving one another from the Devil at an evil carnival or surviving a night in a cemetery, brotherly love is at the heart of each episode.Įven Cuphead’s creation itself is a tale of two brothers. Cuphead and Mugman fight like most brothers, but they always have each other’s backs. Frank Todaro as Mugman, Tru Valentino as Cuphead, and Joe Hanna as Elder Kettle in ‘The Cuphead Show’ | Netflix There’s nothin’ a little brotherly love can’t solveĪt its core, The Cuphead Show is all about brotherhood. However, its underdeveloped plotlines and lack of video game elements lead to a mostly underwhelming experience. Like the video game, The Cuphead Show does an excellent job with the animation. This adaptation of Studio MDHR’s hit 2017 video game, Cuphead, follows brothers Cuphead and Mugman (a pair of anthropomorphic mugs) on various misadventures throughout their home of Inkwell Isles. Netflix’s newest cartoon, The Cuphead Show, is almost here.
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