Dan Stevens Takes Over as the Voice of Korvo in Season 4 of ‘Solar Opposites’

Solar Opposites’ beloved character Korvo has undergone a voice transformation with the addition of Dan Stevens to the cast. The hit series, originally featuring co-creator Justin Roiland as the grumpy leader of the Shlorpian “family” who despises Earth, now welcomes Stevens for Season 4 and beyond. A new video has been released, showcasing Korvo’s altered tone and offering an in-universe explanation for his permanent adoption of a British accent.

In the world of Solar Opposites, Korvo’s voice change is explained as a result of a peculiar incident involving Terry (Thomas Middleditch) and the original dartboard from Cheers. Following an unfortunate accident where an antique dart gets lodged in Korvo’s throat, Terry and the replicants come to the rescue, utilizing a voice-fixing ray. This not only heals Korvo’s neck wound but also grants him the delightful voice of Dan Stevens, much to Terry’s delight. The decision is unanimously accepted, and the video concludes with Stevens narrating the familiar intro, signaling that this will be his voice in all future episodes and flashbacks. To any dissatisfied viewers, his response is succinct: “Tough shit, it’s called science!”

Stevens joins the esteemed cast of Solar Opposites, which includes Terry (Middleditch), Jesse (Mary Mack), and Yumyulack (Sean Giambrone). He is widely recognized for his role as Matthew Crawley in the beloved long-running series Downton Abbey. Additionally, movie enthusiasts may recall his portrayal of the Beast in the live-action remake of Beauty and the Beast, opposite Emma Watson as Belle. Stevens is no stranger to Hulu either, having appeared in the recent Welcome to Chippendales series led by Kumail Nanjiani. His diverse range of roles also encompasses I’m Your Man, Gaslit, and Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga.

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Why Was Stevens Chosen as the New Lead in Solar Opposites?

Stevens assumes the role after Roiland’s departure from Solar Opposites and Koala Man, where he served as co-creator and star. Roiland faced allegations of domestic violence earlier this year, resulting in a felony count of domestic battery with corporal injury and a felony count of false imprisonment by menace, violence, fraud, and/or deceit. Consequently, he was also removed from his prominent series Rick and Morty, which is currently searching for a replacement. Although the charges were eventually dropped due to insufficient evidence, Roiland’s relationship with 20th Century Studios was irreparably damaged. Furthermore, a thorough exposé published by The Hollywood Reporter shed light on his problematic behavior behind the scenes, significantly diminishing any chances of him returning to work at Adult Swim, Hulu, or elsewhere.

Despite the challenges, Solar Opposites will continue under the sole guidance of Mike McMahan as it enters its fourth season. The synopsis remains tantalizingly vague, revealing only that Season 4 will temporarily embrace normalcy before plunging back into the classic chaos and mayhem that defines Solar Opposites. Fans can anticipate thrilling adventures within the Wall and brand-new escapades with the Silvercops. Following an early renewal announced at New York Comic Con last year, the series has confirmed at least one more season.

Season 4 of Solar Opposites, featuring 11 episodes, will premiere on August 14. Additionally, a Valentine’s Day special showcasing everyone’s favorite Shlorpians is scheduled to debut in 2024. Catch a sneak peek of Stevens as Korvo in the video below.

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