‘Golden Axe’ Trailer Promises Hilarious Animated Take on 1989 Video Game Favorite

The animated series "Golden Axe" is set to premiere on Paramount+ on September 16, following its announcement in 2024. Adapted from the popular 1989 Sega video game series, the show follows legendary warriors Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead as they reunite to save Yuria from the resurrected Death Adder. The trailer, released recently, promises hilarious moments and a nostalgic 1980s animated aesthetic, reminiscent of works such as Ralph Bakshi's "Fire and Ice" and Don Bluth's "The Secret of NIMH."

Produced by CBS’ Eye Animation Productions, CBS Studios’ animation arm, Sony Pictures Television, and Original Film, the series is co-created and executive produced by Mike McMahan, Joe Chandler, and others. Its unique blend of hack and slash action and irreverent humor is sure to appeal to fans of both the video game and animated series.

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