An infinite multiverse means an infinite amount of possibilities. Not just for our favorite grandpa and grandson duo, either. That’s also true of TV networks, so it only makes sense one of Rick and Morty‘s most memorable characters is getting his own spinoff. President Curtis will show what everyone’s favorite POTUS is up to when he doesn’t have to deal with the smartest asshole in all of existence. According to the show’s new trailer, his life as the leader of the free world isn’t all that different without Rick or Morty around. In fact, it might be even more absurd.
Does President Curtis ever have any normal days dealing with governance? Apparently not if the new promo for his spinoff, first announced at last year’s San Diego Comic-Con, is any indication. The series looks as wild and surreal as Rick and Morty. The show’s official synopsis from Adult Swim sounds just as ridiculous:
The series follows President Andre Curtis (Keith David) and his eccentric staff as they tackle the kinds of crises that Rick Sanchez could never be bothered with – from interdimensional diplomacy to paranormal investigations and unexplained phenomena.
It’s not all bad for the President. He does get to drive KITT from Knight Rider. That’s definitely a perk of the job. The ghosts and giant rats? Less so.
President Curtis comes from co-creators Dan Harmon and James Siciliano. They also serve as executive producers alongside Danielle Uhlarik, Monica Mitchell, and Steve Levy. The spinoff also stars Stephanie Beatriz (Brooklyn Nine-Nine) and Jim Rash (Community) as POTUS’ staff.
Adult Swim is also making sure the show gets the best lead-in possible. The new animated series will premiere after Rick and Morty‘s season nine finale on Sunday July 26 at 11:30pm ET. President Curtis episodes will then become available to stream on HBO Max the next day.