The animated series Common Side Effects, known for its blend of comedy and suspense centered around a powerful healing mushroom, has received a second season order from Adult Swim. The show comes from creators Joe Bennett (Scavengers Reign) and Steve Hely (Veep), with Mike Judge and Greg Daniels (King of the Hill) serving as executive producers.
Here’s the Lowdown: Common Side Effects follows former high school lab partners Marshall (voiced by Joseph Lee Anderson) and Frances (Emily Pendergast) who possess a secret mushroom capable of curing almost anything. Their efforts to distribute it are complicated by pursuit from the DEA, pharmaceutical companies, and other interested parties. The first season concludes Sunday, April 6, at 11:30 pm ET/PT on Adult Swim. The voice cast also includes Mike Judge, Martha Kelly, and Dave King.
What This Means Now: The renewal confirms that the story of Marshall, Frances, and the sought-after fungus will continue. Viewers who enjoyed the first season’s mix of character-driven humor and plot twists can anticipate further developments in the characters’ attempts to manage their discovery. The quick greenlight suggests confidence in the show’s direction.
The Bigger Picture: Adult Swim credits both the creative team for delivering a distinctive animated program and the audience for actively supporting it through viewership and online discussion. The renewal is presented as proof that original, genre-bending adult animation can find success, especially when viewers actively champion the shows they enjoy. The series is produced by Bandera Entertainment and Green Street Pictures.
