Time Bandits on Apple TV+: Release date, plot, trailer, news
Lisa Kudrow stars in the new fantasy series from Taika Waititi.
Ready to travel the universe with Lisa Kudrow and her crack team of thieves? It's almost time for Apple TV+'s Time Bandits.
Based on the 1981 Terry Gilliam film, the new series was created by Taika Waititi, Jemaine Clement and Iain Morris.
It follows young Kevin (Kal-El Tuck), a boy obsessed with history, as he discovers his bedroom is a portal to the past. He encounters Kudrow's Penelope and her team of bandits – and chaos ensues.
Meanwhile, something very strange is going on back at home with his parents. Can Kevin save them?
Apple TV+ recently dropped a trailer for the series – so it's time to start getting excited! Here's everything you need to know.
Time Bandits release date: When will the series drop on Apple TV+?
The first two episodes of Time Bandits will be released on Apple TV+ on 24th July 2024.
The remaining eight episodes will drop on the streamer weekly on Wednesdays after that.
Who stars in Time Bandits?
The following actors star in Time Bandits:
- Lisa Kudrow as Penelope
- Kal-El Tuck as Kevin
- Charlyne Yi as Judy
- Tadhg Murphy as Alto
- Roger Jean Nsengiyumva as Widgit
- Rune Temte as Bittelig
- Kiera Thompson as Saffron
- Rachel House as Fianna
- Matt King as De Plume
- George Houvardas as Ajax the Lesser
- Zoë Ventoura as Cassandra
- Taika Waititi as Supreme Being
- Jemaine Clement as Pure Evil
Friends star Lisa Kudrow and young actor Kal-El Tuck lead the series, with creators Waititi and Clement also making appearances in the comedy.
What is the plot of Time Bandits?
The synopsis for Time Bandits reads: "Embark on a comedic, high-stakes journey through time and space with a ragtag group of thieves and their newest recruit: an 11-year-old history nerd.
"Together, they set out on a thrilling quest to save the boy’s parents — and the world."
Each episode will see Kevin encounter a new place and time – and a new set of challenges to go along with it.
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What film is Time Bandits based on?
The series Time Bandits is inspired by the 1981 film of the same name from Gilliam. It starred Sean Connery, John Cleese and Michael Palin. Gilliam is not involved in the series.
Is there a trailer for Time Bandits?
Yes! Check out the trailer below:
Time Bandits will begin on Apple TV+ on 24th July.
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Louise Griffin is the Sci-Fi & Fantasy Editor for Radio Times, covering everything from Doctor Who, Star Wars and Marvel to House of the Dragon and Good Omens. She previously worked at Metro as a Senior Entertainment Reporter and has a degree in English Literature.
