Follows former high school lab mates Marshall and Frances as they unravel a conspiracy involving big pharma and the government to suppress knowledge of a rare fungus secret that may contain ... Read allFollows former high school lab mates Marshall and Frances as they unravel a conspiracy involving big pharma and the government to suppress knowledge of a rare fungus secret that may contain the solution to cure all world's diseases.Follows former high school lab mates Marshall and Frances as they unravel a conspiracy involving big pharma and the government to suppress knowledge of a rare fungus secret that may contain the solution to cure all world's diseases.
- Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
- 3 nominations total
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Summary
Reviewers say 'Common Side Effects' is a groundbreaking animated series praised for its dark humor, sharp social commentary, and surreal visuals. The show critiques corporate greed and the pharmaceutical industry, provoking deep reflection. Unique animation style and exceptional voice acting are highlighted. However, some note pacing issues and a meandering story. Mixed opinions exist on animation quality, with some finding it crude. Despite critiques, most reviewers highly recommend the show for its originality and engaging content.
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This serie only gets better and better after every episode!! Really excited to see what will happen next. For mi it could be the best adult swim serie in the year. The pacing, soundtrack, the characters... Everything is just perfect. I love the originality of this show man. And the animation is just beautifull. Every scene has a lot of detail and you can see the effort that has put into this show. I love how the characters are made and how after every plot, at the next moment they surprise you with another plot twist. It's just one of my favorite adult swim series and its just starting. Very excited to see what is coming next.
Just when I thought scavenger's reign was one of the best animated shows I've seen this gem comes along and puts me on a new road of awesomeness, I'm truly excited to have experienced this show unexpectedly..I don't know what yo say I loved every single episode like I was a kid Infront of TV diving into his favourite cartoon show.yes..this show actually made me feel that, and for that I'm giving it a solid 8 score, I just humbly hope the creators continue to be respectful towards the plot as well as every viewer who loved watching it, no need to rush anything keep it going as it is and develop characters and branch out to new stories that are interesting and suspenseful like previous episodes. I've been fan from the begining and I hope to continue on that path..best of luck to the team behind this wonderful show and thank you.
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I'd give it an 11/10 if I could! Common Side Effects is an incredible mix of drama, comedy, and action, and it completely exceeded my expectations. I even made an HBO Max account just to watch it! I saw the first episode on YouTube and was instantly hooked-the writing, art style, acting, and storytelling are all top-tier. The characters feel real, the humor is sharp, and the action keeps you engaged. We need more shows like this, and I really hope it gets a second season. If you haven't watched it yet, you're missing out! Adult swim really hit a home run with this one. I genuinely am praying it gets a season 2.
10wfgle
Common Side Effects feels like the next great high-concept adult animation. The first two episodes blend dark humor, sharp social commentary, and surreal visuals in a way that's thought-provoking and inspiring. The story hits on corporate greed, the pharma industry, and human curiosity-but does so in a way that's weird and unpredictable. The writing is clever, the animation is unique, and the voice acting is spot-on. It's the kind of show that sticks with you after watching, leaving you excited for what's next. If the rest of the season keeps this pace, it'll be one of Adult Swim's GOAT shows for sure.
Had no idea about this show so went in totally blind. Seeing Mike Judge attached as the producer gave me high hopes and it does not disappoint. The animation style is really different and took a couple episodes to get used to but I love it now and it suits the tone of the show perfectly. The voice acting is great and the storyline of a guy being hunted down by big pharma for finding a cure all mushroom in the wild is refreshing and not something that has ever been done, especially when it comes to animation. I really hope that Adult Swim continues with this series and stick with the same writers etc. Because they really got a good one here. I give season 1 a solid 10/10 me and my partner both love it, it's really entertaining and the 22-25 minute episode run-times are perfect. Give it a watch, I'd definitely recommend it if you enjoy mature animation. It's also pretty funny at times and the intro is awesome.
Did you know
- TriviaThe pilot was screened at Annecy Festival 2024 and at San Diego Comic Con 2024 (as part of Adult Swim's annual festival event).
- ConnectionsFeatured in WatchMojo: Top 10 TV Shows of 2025 So Far (2025)
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