Much of the original voice cast returns for Disney’s upcoming Big Hero 6 series
Disney XD ‘s upcoming animated Big Hero 6 series today revealed that quite a few of the stars of the Walt Disney Animation Studios Academy Award -winning feature film will return for the new show. Originally inspired by the Marvel comic of the same name created by Man of Action, the Big Hero 6 series will see the return of Maya Rudolph as Aunt Cass; Jamie Chung as no-nonsense, speed genius Go Go; Scott Adsit as huggable robot Baymax; Alan Tudyk as tech guru Alistair Krei; Ryan Potter as tech genius Hiro; Genesis Rodriguez as quirky scientist Honey Lemon; David Shaughnessy as the butler Heathcliff; and Marvel Comics legend Stan Lee as Fred’s dad.
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Joining the Big Hero 6 series are also Khary Payton and Brooks Wheelan Join as Wasabi and Fred, respectively. Those parts were originally voiced by Damon Wayans Jr. and T.J. Miller in the 2014 feature film.
Set to premiere in 2017, the Big Hero 6 series picks up immediately following the events of the feature film and continues the adventures and friendship of 14-year-old tech genius Hiro and his compassionate, cutting-edge robot Baymax. Along with their friends Wasabi, Honey Lemon, Go Go and Fred, they form the legendary superhero team Big Hero 6 and embark on high-tech adventures as they protect their city from an array of scientifically enhanced villains. In his normal day-to-day life, Hiro faces daunting academic challenges and social trials as the new prodigy at San Fransokyo Institute of Technology.
Additional guest cast for the Big Hero 6 series includes Jenifer Lewis (black-ish ) as strict Professor Granville; Andrew Scott (Sherlock ) as villain Obake; comedian Andy Richter as Globby; Diedrich Bader (American Housewife ) as Bluff Dunder; Susan Sullivan (Castle ) as Fred’s mother; Sean Giambrone (The Goldbergs ) as Richardson Mole; John Ross Bowie (Speechless ) as Mel; and Haley Tju (Bella and the Bulldogs ) as classmate Karmi.
Emmy Award winners Mark McCorkle, Bob Schooley and Nick Filippi (the team behind the global hit Disney Channel series Kim Possible ) serve as executive producers. Filippi also serves as supervising director. The Big Hero 6 series is a production of Disney Television Animation.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Hiro & Baymax. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Hiro & Baymax. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Fred, Honey Lemon, Hiro, Baymax, GoGo Tomago, Wasabi. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Hiro & Baymax. "Big Hero 6" is in theaters Nov. 7, 2014. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" — YOKAI is the masked man behind the terrible tragedy that strikes San Fransokyo, turning Hiro’s world upside down. As a result, Hiro transforms a group of nerds into a team of high-tech crime fighters—“Big Hero 6”—with one mission: Track down Yokai and bring him to justice. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" — Pictured (L-R): Baymax & Hiro. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" – The “Big Hero 6” character lineup pictures (L-R): Wasabi, Go Go Tomago, Honey Lemon, Fred, Hiro Hamada, Baymax, Aunt Cass, Tadashi Hamada, Professor Robert Callaghan and Yokai. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" – (Progression Image 1 of 3) Filmmakers combed the streets of San Francisco to find this architectural gem that served as the inspiration for Aunt Cass's Cafe. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" – (Progression Image 2 of 3) Artists transformed the real-life inspiration to create concept art for the design of Aunt Cass's Cafe. Drawing by Scott Watanabe. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6” – The production team took a research trip to Carnegie Mellon University where they learned about soft robotics, the cutting-edge technology that helped inspire Baymax’s inflatable, vinyl, truly huggable design. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6” – The production team took a research trip to Carnegie Mellon University where they learned about soft robotics, the cutting-edge technology that helped inspire Baymax’s inflatable, vinyl, truly huggable design. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" – The production design team was impressed by the attention to detail that was given to even the most common objects in Tokyo, and was inspired to include the design aesthetic in the landscape of San Fransokyo. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" – Animators use character model sheets like this one of Hiro Hamada as a guideline that showcases the character’s range of facial expression. Drawings by Jin Kim. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" – Visual development artist Lorelay Bove created character lineup concept art to showcase the “Big Hero 6” team. Pictured (L-R): Fred, Honey Lemon, Wasabi, Go Go Tomago, Hiro Hamada & Baymax. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" – Visual development artist Lorelay Bove created character lineup concept art to showcase the “Big Hero 6” team. Pictured (L-R): Wasabi, Go Go Tomago, Honey Lemon, Fred, Hiro Hamada & Baymax. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" – Filmmakers used early “slice of life” concept drawings to explore Hiro’s personality. Drawing by Shiyoon Kim. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" – Hiro Hamada’s ultimate look was achieved with character visual development like this design by Shiyoon Kim. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" – Filmmakers captured the busy look of a bustling multicultural city in an early visual test of the look of San Fransokyo in the daytime. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" – Filmmakers used early “slice of life” concept drawings to explore Baymax’s personality. Drawing by Shiyoon Kim. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured: FEAST Director Patrick Osborne. Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Directors Chris Williams & Don Hall. Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured: Animation Supervisor Michael Franceschi. Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Michael Franceschi (Animation Supervisor), Zach Parrish (Head of Animation), Nathan Engelhardt (Animation Supervisor). Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Shiyoon Kim (Character Stylist), Lorelay Bove (Visual Development Artist), Jin Kim (Character Design Supervisor), Paul Felix (Production Designer). Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured: Producer Roy Conli. Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Michael Franceschi (Animation Supervisor), Zach Parrish (Head of Animation), Nathan Engelhardt (Animation Supervisor). Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured: Animation Supervisor Nathan Engelhardt. Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured: Disney Animator Mark Henn. Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Producer Roy Conli. Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Kyle Odermatt (VFX Supervisor), Michael Kaschalk (Head of Effects), Nathan Curtis (Effects Production Supervisor). Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Mark Henn (Animator), Michael Francheschi (Animation Supervisor), Nathan Engelhardt (Animation Supervisor), Zach Parrish (Head of Animation). Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Jin Kim (Character Design Supervisor), Lorelay Bove (Visual Development Artist), Shiyoon Kim (Character Stylist), Paul Felix (Production Designer). Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Lorelay Bove (Visual Development Artist), Shiyoon Kim (Character Stylist), Paul Felix (Production Designer). Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Directors Chris Williams & Don Hall. Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Directors Chris Williams & Don Hall and Producer Roy Conli. Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Robert Baird (Screenwriter) and Paul Briggs (Head of Story). Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Paul Briggs (Head of Story) and Robert Baird (Screenwriter). Photo by: Patrick Wymore. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Pictured (L-R): Hiro & Baymax. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Robotics prodigy HIRO HAMADA has the mind of a genius—and the heart of a 14-year-old: his state-of-the-art battle-bots dominate the underground bot fights held in the dark corners of San Fransokyo. Fortunately, big brother Tadashi redirects Hiro’s brilliance, inspiring him to put his brain to the test in a quest to gain admission to the San Fransokyo Institute of Technology. When a tragic event changes everything, Hiro turns to a robot named Baymax, and they form an unbreakable bond—and two-sixths of a band of high-tech heroes on a very important mission. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" BAYMAX cares. That’s what he was designed to do. The plus-sized inflatable robot’s job title is technically Healthcare Companion: With a simple scan, Baymax can detect vital stats, and, given a patient’s level of pain, can treat nearly any ailment. Conceived and built by Tadashi Hamada, Baymax just might revolutionize the healthcare industry. But to the inventor’s kid brother Hiro, the nurturing, guileless bot turns out to be more than what he was built for—he’s a hero, and quite possibly Hiro’s closest friend. And after some deft reprogramming that includes a rocket fist, super strength and rocket thrusters that allow him to fly, Baymax becomes one of the “Big Hero 6.” ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Fanboy FRED comes off like a laid-back dude with no direction. But this sign-twirling, monster-loving, comic-book aficionado is sure to go places—when he’s good and ready. For example, Fred doesn’t hesitate to join “Big Hero 6,” and he has a lot of ideas for his super-hero skillset, too. His ferocious, fire-breathing alter ego comes complete with claws, integrated communications and a super bounce. But his sign-spinning may still come in handy. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" Aptly named GO GO TOMAGO knows what it takes to be fast. She’s tough, athletic and loyal to the bone, but not much of a conversationalist. Popping bubble gum and delivering well-placed sarcasm are totally her speed. The daredevil adrenaline junkie is at her best on wheels, and when Go Go joins forces with “Big Hero 6,” she rolls like never before, using maglev discs as wheels, shields and throwing weapons. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" WASABI is committed to precision. He’s super smart and just a touch neurotic, but the big and burly neatnik can’t help but join the cause when Hiro needs him most. As part of “Big Hero 6,” Wasabi amplifies his martial arts skills with jaw-dropping plasma blade weaponry. Sharp doesn’t even begin to describe this guy. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" It’s elemental when it comes to chemistry whiz HONEY LEMON. Don’t let her glasses and funky fashion fool you: Honey may be as sweet as her namesake, but she has a fire in her belly and a can-do attitude that make her pretty much unstoppable. Her knowledge of alchemy proves powerful, too, when the effusive brainiac becomes part of the “Big Hero 6” and creates clever concoctions that when thrown, can get her team out of nearly any jam. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6"MEET BAYMAX — A robot named Baymax befriends robotics prodigy Hiro Hamada, and together—along with an unlikely band of high-tech heroes—they race to solve a mystery unfolding in the streets of San Fransokyo. "Big Hero 6" is in theaters Nov. 7, 2014. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" TRANSFORMING BAYMAX — When he finds himself in the middle of a dangerous plot unfolding in the streets of San Fransokyo, robotics prodigy Hiro Hamada transforms his closest companion—a robot named Baymax—into a high-tech hero in the action-packed comedy-adventure "Big Hero 6"--in theaters Nov. 7, 2014. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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"BIG HERO 6" HIGH-TECH HERO — Hiro Hamada transforms his closest companion—a robot named Baymax—into a high-tech hero in the action-packed comedy-adventure "Big Hero 6"--in theaters Nov. 7, 2014. ©2014 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
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