‘Simpsons’ creators bring feminism, young talent to new show

Matt Groening, from left, Abbi Jacobson, Eric Andre and Josh Weinstein, cast members of the Netflix series "Disenchantment," pose for a photo during the Netflix portrait session at Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour at The Beverly Hilton hotel on Sunday. Willy Sanjuan / Invision/AP

By PABLO ARAUZ PENA, Associated Press

July 29, 2018

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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — “The Simpsons” creator Matt Groening says his new show brings fresh talent with a feminist touch to the adult cartoon circuit.

Groening highlighted the differences between the new project, “Disenchantment,” and his previous work during a Sunday panel discussion at a TV critics’ meeting.

The series stands out as an adult cartoon with a female lead. It follows the misadventures of an alcoholic slacker princess named Princess Bean.

The princess, voiced by “Broad City” star Abbi Jacobson, has everything but a sense of purpose.

Executive producer Josh Weinstein said the writing staff features a mix of both genders and ages.

Groening said both “Monty Python and The Holy Grail” and the feminist style of Jacobson’s “Broad City” influenced the show.

“Disenchantment” premieres Aug. 17 on Netflix.