Eridicator Review of Adventure Time: Distant Lands

Adventure Time: Distant Lands (2020–2021)

Adventure Time Grown up

[10/10 · 20 November 2020]

I grew up watching Adventure Time, so when Distant Lands was announced I went absolutely crazy. After finishing the second episode Obsidian, I had to come here and share my thoughts and how much I loved the episode. Adventure Time was made to be streamed, with HBO picking up all 10 seasons and even renewing it for a limited series, and its new 45 minute format adds new dimensions to both its art design as well as theme. I've heard many people complain about the regression of the art, especially the character detail, but after 10+ years of living life with BMO, Marceline, and Finn (where's jake tho?) I think the art team chose to divert time and effort away from the characters and towards the absolutely stunning background and locations. The themes are much more focused now, probably because Distant Lands is a limited series, as compared to its original iteration. Obsidian dives deeper into Marceline's back story as well as the origin of the fan-favorite couple Bubbline. All in all, Distant Lands is a well thought-out, beautifully animated, and much needed Adventure Time fix for those seeking more after a seemingly rushed final season.