This Halloween season, a new animated adventure series on Apple TV+ for kids is set to captivate young audiences with its thrilling storyline and lovable characters. “Curses!” is a family-oriented series, poised to be a perfect addition to your Halloween watchlist, blending humor, suspense, and a dash of the supernatural.
Synopsis: A Generations-Long Curse
The story revolves around the Vanderhouven family, who find themselves ensnared in a generations-long curse. When a family member, Alex Vanderhouven, is turned to stone, it becomes the catalyst for an incredible adventure. Now, it’s up to his two children, Pandora and Russ, along with their mother, Sky, to break the curse that has plagued their family for ages.
The only way to lift the curse is by embarking on a quest to return stolen artifacts to their rightful homes. This daring and supernatural journey will take the Vanderhouvens on a whirlwind adventure that promises to be both captivating and heartwarming.
Curses! Cast and Crew
The series boasts an impressive cast of voice talents, ensuring that each character is brought to life with nuance and flair:
- Emmy Award nominee Gabrielle Nevaeh voices “Pandora,” one of the brave Vanderhouven kids.
- Andre Robinson, known for “The Loud House,” lends his voice to “Russ,” Pandora’s sibling.
- Emmy Award nominee Lyric Lewis embodies the character “Sky,” the determined matriarch of the Vanderhouven family.
- SAG award winner Reid Scott portrays “Alex,” the family member who becomes the catalyst for the curse.
- Rhys Darby, famous for “Our Flag Means Death,” breathes life into the character “Stanley.”
- James Marsters, renowned for his role in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” voices “Larry.”
- Emmy Award winner Rhea Perlman voices “Margie.”
- Tony Award winner Phylicia Rashad portrays “Georgia Snitker.”
- Robert Englund, the iconic Freddy Krueger from “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” brings his talents to the character “Cornelius.”
The creators and executive producers of the show include Jim Cooper and Jeff Dixon, who have previously worked on renowned projects like “DreamWorks Dragons” and “The Hurricane Heist.” The involvement of John Krasinski as an executive producer adds an exciting dimension to this animated adventure, considering his success in films like “A Quiet Place.”
Release Date: Halloween Adventure Awaits!
The eagerly anticipated animated series, “Curses!,” is set to premiere just in time for Halloween. Mark your calendars for Friday, October 27, 2023 to embark on this supernatural journey with the Vanderhouven family.