If there ever was a time for The Boondocks to return, now is probably it. "I'm on the cartoon—what is it? Adult Swim's cartoon adaptation of Aaron McGruder's acclaimed comic strip became a breakout hit after its first season, and maintained high acclaim for three seasons (2006, 2008, 2010). Previous Black-owned Dallas Restaurant reserves Mondays to serve the homeless. Continue Reading. Are you interested in the return of The Boondocks? Witherspoon voiced the character of Robert Jebediah "Granddad" Freeman throughout the show's four-season run. All rights reserved. The show launched in the deep run of the Bush era and was unabashed in its criticisms of the times, but was equally exacting on the "post-racial" era of Obama's presidency. Five years after the last episode aired, it looks like "The Boondocks" is returning for a fifth season. 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Actor John Witherspoon was recently on the Joe Rogan podcast, where he confirmed that Boondocks Season Five is currently in pre-production. McGruder executive produced the first three seasons, but did not return for the fourth. Witherspoon voiced the character of Robert Jebediah "Granddad" Freeman throughout the show's four-season run. It's one of the best cartoons I've ever been on.". Thanks to him and thanks to Charlamagne for putting these out for me while I get my instagram act together.”, aaron mcgruderjohn witherspoonThe Boondocks, Hip Hop Entertainment | Hip Hop TV, Film and Video Games, Chadwick Boseman’s Wife Files Probate to Control Actor’s $1M Estate, 50 Cent Signs Three-Film Deal to Produce Horror Movies, L.A. Reid Sells All Of His 162-Song Writing & Publishing Catalog, Today in Hip Hop History: Eazy-E Released “It’s On (Dr. Dre) 187um Killa” 27 Years Ago, Kanye West To Collaborate With DaBaby On New Music, Michael B. 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It will be the second television series based on the comic, following the 2005 TV series that aired on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim programming block for four seasons between 2005 and 2014. “I’m on the cartoon—what is it? If McGruder is involved with Season Five, it's a sure bet that the result is going to be hard-hitting, to say the least. The Boondocks is finally making its return to the airwaves -- at least that's what one of the show's cast members is saying. © 2020 Complex Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Charlamagne tha God shared the strips on his Instagram account, along with a message from McGruder: "Did these for fun (and to see if I still could). "I’d like to extend my gratitude to Sony and Adult Swim for three great seasons. John Witherspoon Says 'The Boondocks' Is Coming Back ... the 77-year-old actor claimed the irreverent animated series would be back for season 5. Adult Swim has not confirmed The Boondocks' revival, though there has been a lot of speculation about its return in recent years. It would almost be a crime for the Trump era to come and go without The Boondocks having its say on the matter. That cast includes Witherspoon as the elderly "Grandpa," a black man who moves to an affluent white suburb to live out his golden years. Next Black Artists Continue To Be Excluded From Country Music, A Genre They Created. Witherspoon dropped the bomb reveal while discussing how his real-life persona and on-screen persona are one and the same. Tags: Adult Swim Animation Cartoons John Witherspoon Season 5 The Boondocks. During a recent interview on Joe Rogan's podcast, the 77-year-old actor claimed the irreverent animated series would be back for season 5. And to quote another great white man, 'Don’t hold grudges.'". By creating an account, you verify that you are at least 13 years of age, and have read and agree to the Comicbook.com Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, By Kofi Outlaw Our editorial content is not influenced by any commissions we receive. The voice of Granddad Freeman, John Witherspoon, reveals the series is working on a comeback. The Boondocks? The Boondocks pretty much represents my life’s work to this point [...] To quote a great white man, 'Hollywood is a business.' Or at least that’s what John Witherspoon is saying. Things hit the wall after some difficulties with Season Three, and after a lengthy delay, Season Four of The Boondocks was released in 2014, carrying the black mark of having absolutely no involvement from McGruder. Thanks to him and thanks to Charlamagne for putting these out for me while I get my instagram act together.". I didn’t change my voice for The Boondocks,” Witherspoon said. Leave A … The series was based on a comic strip by Aaron McGruder and premiered in late 2005. - May 31, 2019 12:56 pm EDT. The Boondocks fans rejoice … because the best cartoon series of all time is coming back! Fans will be eagerly awaiting confirmation that Regina King (fresh off a Best Supporting Actress Oscar win) will be returning as well; King voices both Huey and Riley, Grandpa's two young grandsons who come to live with him in the suburbs after the loss of their parents.
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