Danger & Eggs

Danger & Eggs is an American animated series created by Mike Owens and Shadi Petosky that premiered on Amazon Video on June 30, 2017. The show focuses on the adventures of a "gender-free female lesbian child and her giant large-gamete friend," as described by Petosky.[1] Petosky stated that she, and the show's cast, wanted to be overt about LGBT representation rather than having "metaphors and hidden symbology" within the series.[2]

Danger & Eggs
GenreComedy
Created by
Voices of
Theme music composerAndy Bean
ComposerAndy Bean
Country of originUnited States
No. of episodes13
Production
Executive producers
Producers
AnimatorSaerom Animation
Editors
  • Carrie Shanahan
  • Matt Steinauer
Running time24 minutes
Production companies
Release
Original networkAmazon Video
Original releaseJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)

Plot

D. D. Danger, an imaginative thrill seeker, and her best friend, a lawful good, safety-first anthropomorphic egg named Phillip, experience a series of enjoyably chaotic adventures as "they do stuff".[3][4][5]

Cast

Main

Recurring

Guest

Production

Petosky told NewNowNext in 2017 that the show tries to be inclusive as possible without having crushes or romantic relationships at all, calling it a "challenge" without reverting to a stereotype, noting that she and the show's crew wanted to display "innocent LGBTQ friendships, before the age of romantic connections," without the use of metaphors. She also pushed to have an episode on Pride which wasn't buried in an allegory and stated that there were "queer people in every aspect of production."[6] In an interview with Nerdist, Petosky said that she and the crew were aiming to create a series "that both kids and parents could enjoy together for same reasons."[4] Mike Owens, the show's co-creator, Aidy Bryant, and Eric Knobel spoke to Phillip as a character and how the show treated him, saying it was different than other shows.[4] Nicole, who voices Reina, argued that the show is a "wonderful tool" to help get kids talking about LGBTQ issues at "a young age" while Beatriz, who voices two characters, said that she was astounded by the season finale, saying it has a "huge message to give to a child."[4]

Petosky told journalists for Insider in June 2021 that she experienced many challenges in production, noting there were "little arguments, and battles, and suspensions" throughout production, and having to fight to get the word "Pride" in the show with the help of GLAAD.[14]

Episodes
Episode No. Segment No. Title Directed by Written by Release date
1a1"Tube of Pain"Mike OwensShadi PetoskyNovember 5, 2015 (2015-11-05)
As D.D. Danger and her giant, talking egg best friend Phillip plan out an extreme obstacle run, but get distracted by Chickenpaw Park's weirdest water slide.
1b2"Broccoli"Mike OwensAmalia Levari (story), Sofiya Alexandra & Courtney KocakJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
When Phillip discovers that he likes broccoli, he realizes he may be an adult. D.D. helps prepare her friend for his new grown-up responsibilities before it's too late.
2a3"Ren Faire"Sarah Seember HuiskenShadi Petosky (story), Laura ZakJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
Danger and Phillip enter medieval times. They aren't too happy in a world where the Knight Tyronius has to save Princess Reina. Boring. There has to be a better way.
2b4"Satellite Gardens"Drew SchmidtEric KnobelJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
D.D. and Phillip get separated in a strange, hidden garden and when they find each other again something is - not right.
3a5"Raccoons"Mike OwensShadi PetoskyJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
D.D. and Phillip save an injured raccoon with a undefeatable quest for intelligence who tries to outsmart Phillip's inventions.
3b6"Sheriff Luke"Vincent ProceEric KnobelJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
It's Give A Chicken A Medal Day and Phillip wants everyone to play safe. Sharp-tongued Sheriff Luke wants to help, but takes it too far when he starts enforcing uncool OLD RULES.
4a7"Keep Off the Grass"Mike OwensBob MittenthalJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
Layla is always bored. On a mission to prove to her how exciting the park is, D.D. ends up leading them to an wacky underground world.
4b8"Pennies"Vincent ProceEric Knobel (story), Will McRobbJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
When Phillip clears the pennies from the fountain, he un-wishes everyone's hopes and dreams. He and D.D. must make the city believe in itself again before everyone descends into depression.
5a9"Finding Cheryl"Sarah Seember HuiskenMay ChanJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
Phillip and D.D. want to jam at the bandshell. But first they must navigate an office building and find the elusive Cheryl to get permission.
5b10"The Trio"Sarah Seember HuiskenBen JosephJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
Milo, the third member of D.D. and Phillip's Bawk Bawk Trio, is moving away. D.D. and Phillip try to convince them to stay as they work through the seven stages of grief.
6a11"Pete Peril"Mike OwensBob MittenthalJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
Famous daredevil Pete Peril comes to town and D.D.'s father's stunting record is on the line.
6b12"PhillipCon"Sarah Seember HuiskenWill McRobb (story), Sophie Pustil & Paul JaffeJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
It's a convention for Phillips. D.D. changes her name to join in the fun, but learns she may not be Phillip enough. Whatever that means.
7a13"Hide"Drew SchmidtJoe StillmanJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
The ultimate game of hide-and-seek leads the friends to a deserted island. This game may cost them their friendship
7b14"Alligator King"Drew SchmidtShadi Petosky (story), Alex Fox & Rachel LewisJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
Duncan is back. This time he'll do anything to make friends, including feeding D.D. and Phillip to albino alligators and destroying all civilization.
8a15"Morning Routine"Sarah Seember HuiskenAlex Fox & Rachel LewisJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
Wake up. When D.D. forces Phillip on an early morning walk, they learn that the Pigeon Lady has been guarding an ancient secret.
8b16"Lost & Found"Drew SchmidtBob MittenthalJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
The world's coolest pair of rollerskates are turned in to Phillip's Lost and Found booth and D.D. will do anything to have them.
9a17"Dog Park"Sarah Seember HuiskenLaura ZakJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
D.D. and Phillip discover that the dogs of Chickenpaw Dog Park don't just look like their owners -- they tell the truth.
9b18"Trading Post"Drew SchmidtSophie Pustil & Paul Jaffe (story), Eric KnobelJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
Phillip and D.D. go to a secret, underground trading post and end up in a trade war of toys, wares, and maybe even their friendship.
10a19"Check Mates"Drew SchmidtBob MittenthalJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
D.D. wants to prove to Phillip that a game with no rules can be just as fun. It unleashes random forces of chaos.
10b20"Pirate Gorgeous"Sarah Seember HuiskinSofiya Alexandra (story), Eric KnobelJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
The friends perform a play on a real pirate ship and Phillip wants to be seen as a true performer, not just as an egg.
11a21"Chill Twins"Drew SchmidtSofiya Alexandra & Courtney KocakJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
When Corporate Raider Jim wants to demolish a beloved historical landmark, D.D. and Phillip must inspire the lazy community to save it.
11b22"Nightmare"Vincent ProceAlex Fox & Rachel LewisJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
D.D. is having nightmares and Phillip must overcome his biggest fear to help his best friend.
12a23"The Big Z"Sarah Seember HuiskenJoe StillmanJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
D.D Danger. and Phillip find one of the Eight Thrilling Wonders of Chickenpaw Park but a serious asthma attack puts D.D. in Danger.
12b24"Trix Blixon"Drew SchmidtSofiya Alexandra & Courtney KocakJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
Skate Action Star Trix Blixon arrives ready to join Phillip and D.D. Danger to take on a winterized extreme obstacle run.
1325"Chosen Family"Sarah Seember Huisken and Drew SchmidtShadi PetoskyJune 30, 2017 (2017-06-30)
It's the Pride Festival in Chickenpaw Park and D.D. and Phillip's favorite day is interrupted by Captain Banjo of H.A.R.M. blowing everything out of proportion and unleashing a rampaging super weapon that threatens to destroy the park and everyone in it.

Reception
See also: LGBTQ representation in Danger & Eggs

Danger & Eggs has received positive reviews. Trish Benedix of NewNowNext described the series as the "queerest show on television," noting that it includes "trans youth, gay dads...[and] a lesbian folk duo" and noted that many of the show's characters are "voiced by LGBT talent."[6] Nico Lang of The Daily Dot called the series an "acid trip worth taking" which can appeal to fans of Adventure Time and called the show "fast, wild, and inventive," constantly throwing new jokes and characters "at the audience."[3] Lang also described the series "consistently warm and witty," even referencing shows like Rick and Morty, praised the voice cast, and called it "quietly groundbreaking." Donnie Lederer of Nerdist noted that the series confronts water slides, underground labs, and issues like "politics, gender, and sexual identity," remaining watchable to adults and kids at the same time.[4]

Autostraddle reviewers lauded the series for its LGBT representation such as the non-binary character Milo (voiced by agender activist and model Tyler Ford), and the season finale taking place during a Pride festival.[11][9] Emily Ashby of Common Sense Media called the series a "hilarious, adventurous buddy comedy [that] will delight kids," praising its "bold animation" and the enthusiasm of characters to live their lives to the fullest and remind "kids of the value of taking chances and trying new things."[15] Robert Hutton of Screen Rant described the series as a family-oriented series which went "under the radar" and said that it could appeal to fans of series like Steven Universe.[16] Owl Fisher and Fox Fisher of The Guardian praised the series for its transgender characters and other LGBTQ characters, and said that it is a "great choice for families to watch together" while showing LGBTQ characters in a "really simple and normalised way."[17] In June 2021, journalist Abbey White described the series as one of the recent "overtly queer" series, noting She-Ra and the Princesses of Power and Steven Universe as other examples.[18]

Awards and nominations
Year Award Category Nominee(s) Result
2018 Daytime Emmy Award[19][20] Outstanding Directing in an Animated Program Mike Owens, Brian Sheesley, Vincent Proce, Drew Schmidt, Sarah Seember Huisken, Shadi Petosky and Sam Riegel Won
Critics' Choice Movie Awards[21] Best Animated Series Danger & Eggs Nominated

References
  1. Petosky, Shadi [@shadipetosky] (July 27, 2020). "You don't have to tell me! I did a whole show about a gender-free female lesbian child and her giant large-gamete friend. This makes me Quing of the NEW TERFS! 🤚👑👑👑" (Tweet). Archived from the original on July 27, 2020. Retrieved September 1, 2020 – via Twitter.
  2. Petosky, Shadi (July 30, 2017). "Shadi Petosky of Danger & Eggs". Office Magazine (Online). Interviewed by Sasha Leon. Archived from the original on May 9, 2020. Retrieved September 19, 2020.
  3. Lang, Nico (July 3, 2017). "'Danger & Eggs' is a milestone in queer representation—and it's hilarious". The Daily Dot. Archived from the original on March 24, 2020. Retrieved July 26, 2017.
  4. Lederer, Donnie (July 24, 2017). "DANGER AND EGGS Creators and Stars Talk How It Delivers Important Issues to Kids". Nerdist. Archived from the original on July 25, 2017. Retrieved July 26, 2017.
  5. "Chris Hardwick". The Wall. NBC. Archived from the original on October 6, 2021. Retrieved October 25, 2021.
  6. Bendix, Trish (July 3, 2017). ""Danger And Eggs" Is The Queer Cartoon We've Been Waiting For". NewNowNext. Archived from the original on October 7, 2019. Retrieved April 25, 2020.
  7. Fernandes, Aurelia (September 30, 2021). "'The Seven Deadly Sins: Cursed by Light' Full Cast List: Meet the stars". Meaww. Archived from the original on October 26, 2021. Retrieved October 25, 2021.
  8. Guerrero, Desirée (November 21, 2017). "Wait, You Never Heard of Danger and Eggs?". The Advocate. Archived from the original on February 12, 2020. Retrieved April 25, 2020.
  9. Rude, Mey (July 24, 2017). "The Cast and Crew of "Danger & Eggs" Chat About Their Super Weird, Super Queer Kids Show". Autostraddle. Archived from the original on May 28, 2019. Retrieved April 25, 2020.
  10. Jusino, Teresa (July 18, 2017). "Why Amazon's Danger and Eggs Is One of the Best Things to Happen to LGBTQIA Representation". The Mary Sue. Archived from the original on February 12, 2020. Retrieved April 25, 2020.
  11. Rude, Mey (July 1, 2017). ""Danger & Eggs" Is The Greatest Weirdest Queer-and-Trans Inclusive Kids Show Ever". Autostraddle. Archived from the original on April 13, 2020. Retrieved April 25, 2020.
  12. Bentley, Jean (June 7, 2019). "'The Glee Project' Cast: Where Are They Now?". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on May 6, 2021.
  13. Lodge, Daniel (July 27, 2017). "SDCC '17: Danger and Eggs represents LGBTQ community both on and off screen". Comics Beat. Archived from the original on September 20, 2017. Retrieved April 25, 2020.
  14. Chik, Kalai; White, Abbey (June 30, 2021). "Animation's queer women, trans, and nonbinary creatives are pushing gender boundaries in kid's cartoons their counterparts couldn't—or wouldn't dare". Insider. Archived from the original on July 2, 2021.
  15. Ashby, Emily (November 11, 2020). "Danger & Eggs TV Review". Common Sense Media. Archived from the original on July 7, 2017.
  16. Hutton, Robert (July 1, 2021). "Best LGBTQ+ TV Shows On Amazon Prime Right Now". Screen Rant. Archived from the original on July 2, 2021.
  17. Fisher, Owl (June 30, 2020). "'It takes away the stigma': five of the best cartoons with transgender characters". The Guardian. Archived from the original on March 3, 2021. Retrieved October 25, 2021.
  18. Whitley-Berry, Victoria (June 30, 2021). "After Decades In The Background, Queer Characters Step To The Front In Kids' Media". NPR. Archived from the original on July 3, 2021. Retrieved July 14, 2021.
  19. "The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Announces The 45th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Award Nominations" (PDF). The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. March 21, 2018. Archived (PDF) from the original on October 10, 2021. Retrieved March 21, 2018.
  20. "The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Announces Winners for the 45th Annual Daytime Entertainment Creative Arts Emmy® Awards" (PDF). The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. April 27, 2018. Archived (PDF) from the original on October 10, 2021. Retrieved April 27, 2018.
  21. Aiello, McKenna (12 January 2018). "Critics' Choice Awards 2018 Winners: The Complete List". Archived from the original on October 15, 2021. Retrieved October 25, 2021.
This article is issued from Wikipedia. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.