With a focus on the gig economy, a new animated series titled Odd Jobs is set to debut on Amazon Prime Video. Created by former Solar Opposites writers, the show is described as taking place in the year 2127 within a dystopian landscape marked by extreme capitalism. It follows a team of gig-workers navigating bizarre and perilous tasks dictated by the ODD JOBS app.
Co-creators Dominic Dierkes and Mike McMahan expressed excitement about bringing their vision to life, drawing inspiration from their fictional journey into a chaotic future. In their statement, they referenced their unexpected discovery of a portal that revealed unsettling insights into humanity's path.
Melissa Wolfe, head of animation at Amazon MGM Studios, praised the series for its wit and absurdity, noting its potential for humor and originality. As anticipation builds for Odd Jobs, details regarding its release date and voice cast remain undisclosed, but updates are expected as production progresses.