Apple TV+ to Expand the World of ‘Mythic Quest’ with New Series ‘Mere Mortals’

Written by John Edward Betancourt

Apple TV+ has greenlit “Mere Mortals,” a new “Mythic Quest” extension series from Ashly Burch, John Howell Harris and Katie McElhenney. (Photo Courtesy of Apple.)

What’s fascinating about this modern era of television, is that there is now quantifiable data that can help us to understand what separates a standard show, from an iconic show. Such as having a loyal audience that ravenously pours over episodes old and new, and of course… it must be well received by critics, and it absolutely needs to be nominated for and win awards. Plus, generating a spin-off or prequel or sequel also helps a show to achieve that status since it speaks to how the story is growing beyond the source material.
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If anything, that criteria is top of mind today, simply because… today is the day that we can finally classify the Apple TV+ series, Mythic Quest, as iconic. For earlier today, this series… one that boasts a large and loyal fandom and is beloved by critics everywhere and has been nominated for countless awards… and enjoyed a win along the way, is expanding into a universe. For Apple TV+ announced that a new series set in this world will be coming to the network, one that celebrates video games in a unique new light and explores their impact on our lives. So, without further ado, here are all the details regarding the upcoming second chapter in the MQU, Mere Mortals, courtesy of Apple TV+.

‘New comedy from Ashly Burch, John Howell Harris, Katie McElhenney, Megan Ganz, Rob McElhenney, David Hornsby and Charlie Day to explore the underdogs of the video game world.

Apple TV+ today announced that its critically hailed, hit comedy series “Mythic Quest” will expand its universe of beloved characters with “Mere Mortals,” a new eight-episode extension series from Ashly Burch, John Howell Harris and Katie McElhenney, with Megan Ganz, Rob McElhenney, David Hornsby and Charlie Day serving as executive producers.

“Mere Mortals” will explore the lives of employees, players and fans who are impacted by the game. The new extension series takes a page out of the acclaimed departure episodes of “Mythic Quest,” including the upcoming episode “Sarian,” set to make its global debut on Apple TV+ this Friday; last year’s “Everlight,” the special episode that earned a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Narrator for Anthony Hopkins; season one’s “A Dark Quiet Death”; “Backstory!” from “Mythic Quest” season two; and, the widely celebrated standalone episode, “Mythic Quest: Quarantine.”

Currently in its third season, “Mythic Quest” is a global hit sitcom from creators Rob McElhenney, Charlie Day and Megan Ganz that has been hailed by critics as “hilarious and endearing,” “a ton of fun,” and “the best workplace comedy on TV.” The series received an early season three and four renewal, and boasts a Certified Fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes.

“Mere Mortals” is written by “Mythic Quest” star Ashly Burch, John Howell Harris and Katie McElhenney. The new series will be produced for Apple TV+ by Lionsgate, 3 Arts Entertainment and Ubisoft. Megan Ganz, Rob McElhenney, David Hornsby, Charlie Day, Nick Frenkel, Michael Rotenberg, Jason Altman and Margaret Boykin will serve as executive producers.

The new series will join a growing offering of hit and award-winning comedy series on Apple TV+ including the soon-to-premiere “Shrinking,” as well as new seasons of “Ted Lasso,” “Schmigadoon!,” “Physical,” “The Afterparty,” “Bad Sisters,” “Trying” and more.

Apple TV+ offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and is available to watch across all your favorite screens. After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV+ became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world, and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognitions faster than any other streaming service in its debut. To date, Apple Original films, documentaries and series have been honored with 299 wins and 1,279 award nominations and counting, including multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy “Ted Lasso” and this year’s Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.”

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