Rick and Morty season 7 cast – who are the new voices?
The new season of Rick and Morty features some major voice shake-ups.
The new seventh season of Rick and Morty is here and fans have been excitedly chattering about one thing in particular – which voice actors will be at the helm of the new episodes.
The new season 7 actors are replacing co-creator Justin Roiland, who previously voiced both of the title characters.
Roiland was dropped by Adult Swim following domestic violence charges, which were later dismissed, with Roiland saying after he was cleared that he had "always known that these claims were false – and [he] never had any doubt that this day would come".
Following his exit, Adult Swim announced it was going to recast the voices with new actors, with many wondering just who would round out the cast of the hit animation. The actors in question remained a mystery before transmission – but now we know who they are.
Talking about the need for the new actors to sound like Roiland's Rick and Morty so that viewers wouldn't notice the change, showrunner Scott Marder told The Hollywood Reporter: "For all those people who are just tuning in to the show as if nothing has changed, I wanted them to have the maximum fan experience they could have without any distraction.
"The goal was always to try to preserve the viewing experience and give them the same show they've had every other season."
But now that the premiere episode has aired, we finally know who's behind the new voices. So, who are the new actors joining the Rick and Morty cast? And who else will be returning for season 7?
Read on for everything you need to know about the cast for the seventh anticipated season.
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Who are the new voice actors replacing Justin Roiland in Rick and Morty season 7?
With season 7 having premiered on Sunday 15th October, we now know who is replacing Roiland as Rick and Morty in the series.
Ian Cardoni is now the voice of Rick Sanchez while Morty Smith is voiced by Harry Belden.
The new voices were previously revealed in the season 7 trailer, which naturally led fans to speculate just who they could be and whether they match up to the voices they've come to know and love over the previous six seasons.
The mystery around the new voices remained until episode 1 landed but because Roiland also voiced smaller roles such as Mr Poopybutthole and other characters, will Cardoni and Belden be taking on these roles too?
Well, in his interview with The Hollywood Reporter, showrunner Scott Marder said: "We are happy for them to take on more of these smaller characters. In the time crunch we were in, it was a lot to ask either of them to fully take on Poopy as well because it’s the most expanded role Poopy has had.
"We ultimately found another guy, John Allen, who came in late in the game. He took pressure off of Ian and Harry who were both working on Poopy but it felt like too much for either of them to be doing him in an episode of the show that they had to completely re-do."
Rick and Morty season 7 cast: List of confirmed actors and characters in animated series
Most of the main cast are set to return for Rick and Morty season 7. Read on for more about the characters and where you've seen the actors before.
- Ian Cardoni as Rick Sanchez
- Harry Belden as Morty Smith
- Chris Parnell as Jerry Smith
- Spencer Grammer as Summer Smith
- Sarah Chalke as Beth Smith and Space Beth
- Dan Harmon as Bird Person
- Tom Kenny as Squanchy and Gene
- John Allen as Mr Poopybutthole
Ian Cardoni as Rick Sanchez
Who is Rick Sanchez? One of the protagonists and titular characters of the show, Rick is the grouchy and chaotic scientist who is the widowed father of Beth and the grandfather of Morty and Summer. Although he's getting old, the series revolves around Rick's sci-fi adventures with his young grandson.
What else has Ian Cardoni been in? Rick and Morty is Cardoni's first major acting credit, with the actor previously having appeared in Clear History, narrated WrestleMania 37 and starred in various short films.
Harry Belden as Morty Smith
Who is Morty Smith? The other protagonist and titular character of the series, Morty is a good-natured kid who has grown in confidence over the series. Although Rick always drags him along from some sci-fi chaos, he doesn't always seem that keen to tackle Rick's misadventures.
What else has Harry Belden been in? Like Cardoni, Rick and Morty is Belden's first major TV role but he has also appeared on an episode of Chicago Med, Chicago Fire and in Joe Pera Talks with You.
Chris Parnell as Jerry Smith
Who is Jerry Smith? Jerry is the father of Morty and Summer. He is quite insecure and doesn't approve of Rick's involvement in his small family. Although he and Beth have gone through their fair share of problems, he's now in a reinvented marital arrangement with Beth and her clone, Space Beth.
What else has Chris Parnell been in? The actor and comedian is known for his involvement in Saturday Night Live from 1998 to 2006, 30 Rock, as well as voice acting in Archer, Family Guy and American Dad!.
Spencer Grammer as Summer Smith
Who is Summer Smith? Summer is Morty's older sister but is slightly jealous of her brother and Rick's relationship and the fact he gets to accompany him on his adventures.
What else has Spencer Grammer been in? Grammer has been part of the Rick and Morty cast since 2013 but has also had roles in Greek, Mr Robinson, Graves, and The Barbarian and the Troll.
Sarah Chalke as Beth Smith and Space Beth
Who are Beth Smith and Space Beth? Beth is mother of Summer and Morty, is married to Jerry and is Rick's daughter. She is the most assertive in her household and is often defensive over her career as a vet although she herself believes it's slightly beneath her dreams of being a 'real' surgeon. Space Beth is Beth's clone who is now in a relationship with Beth and Jerry.
What else has Sarah Chalke been in? Chalke is best known for her roles in Scrubs, Roseanne and more recently, as one of the leads in Netflix's Firefly Lane. She has also starred in How I Met Your Mother, Cougar Town and lent her voice to Dogs In Space.
Rick and Morty season 7 premiered on Sunday 15th October at 11pm on Adult Swim in the US. It will arrive on Tuesday 17th October at 10pm on E4 in the UK.
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