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Warner Bros. Animation and Hanna-Barbera Unveil 'Hit Squad' Supermarionation Spy Series

The 1990s London espionage action-comedy will deploy next-generation Supermarionation under the guidance of Jamie Anderson.

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Overview

  • The series was announced June 12 at the Annecy Animation Festival in a collaboration between Warner Bros. Animation, Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe, Mr. Morris Productions and Anderson Entertainment.
  • Set in 1990s London, the show follows an international team of spies hellbent on putting death before dishonour as they battle hidden foes and dangerous villains.
  • Producers describe it as a full-puppet action-comedy using advanced Supermarionation techniques tailored for an adult audience.
  • Jamie Anderson serves as executive producer with veteran director Darren Walsh at the helm and Emmy-winning Black Mirror producer Russel McLean on board.
  • The project is part of Anderson Entertainment’s efforts to reinvigorate Gerry Anderson’s legacy, coinciding with the 60th anniversary of Thunderbirds and its recent limited-edition Blu-ray release.