Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law (2000)
A retired superhero trades his wings for a briefcase in this sharp, absurdist animated comedy from Adult Swim.
Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law - Series Information
- Original Title: Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law
- First Air Year: 2000
- Last Air Year: 2007
- Created by: Michael Ouweleen, Erik Richter
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Animation, Comedy, Action, Adventure, Crime
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (11 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 4
- Number of Episodes: 39
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: December 30, 2000 (United States - TV-14), December 30, 2000 (Canada - 18+), December 30, 2000 (United Kingdom - 15), December 30, 2000 (Germany - 12), December 30, 2000 (France - 12), December 30, 2000 (Australia - M), December 30, 2000 (Mexico - B), December 30, 2000 (Spain - 13)
- Networks: Cartoon Network, Adult Swim
- Alternative Titles: Harvey, o Advogado (BR), ハーベイ・バードマン法律事務所 (JP), Harvey Birdman: Attorney at Law (US), Харві Бердман, адвокат (UA)
- Production Companies: Williams Street, Turner Studios
- Production Countries: United States of America
Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law - Plot
Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law features ex-superhero Harvey T. Birdman of Birdman and the Galaxy Trio as an attorney working for a law firm alongside other cartoon stars from 1960s and 1970s Hanna-Barbera cartoon series. Similarly, Harvey's clients are also primarily composed of characters taken from Hanna-Barbera cartoon series of the same era. Many of Birdman's nemeses featured in his former cartoon series also became attorneys, often representing the opposing side of a given case.
Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law - Trailer
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Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Michael Ouweleen
- Erik Richter
Main Cast
- Gary Cole
- Stephen Colbert
- Thomas Allen
- John Michael Higgins
- Chris Edgerly
- Peter MacNicol
- Maurice LaMarche
- Paget Brewster
- Phil LaMarr
- Neil Ross
Writers
- Michael Ouweleen
- Erik Richter
- Casper Kelly
- Jeffrey G. Olsen
- Steve Patrick
Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law - FAQs
Who are the main voice actors in Harvey Birdman?
The main voice cast includes Gary Cole as Harvey Birdman, Stephen Colbert as Phil Ken Sebben and Reducto, Thomas Allen as Peanut, John Michael Higgins as Mentok the Mindtaker, Peter MacNicol as X the Eliminator, and Paget Brewster as Birdgirl.
Is Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law based on a real show?
Yes. Harvey Birdman is a parody spin-off of the 1967 Hanna-Barbera cartoon Birdman and the Galaxy Trio. The series reimagines the superhero Harvey Birdman as a bumbling attorney, and populates his caseload with other classic Hanna-Barbera characters from the 1960s and 1970s.
Where can you stream Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law?
Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law is available to stream on HBO Max, YouTube TV, and Adult Swim (free). It can also be purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Free streaming is also available via Spectrum On Demand.
How many seasons does Harvey Birdman have?
Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law ran for 4 main seasons plus a collection of specials (Season 0), totaling 39 episodes. Season 1 had 9 episodes, Season 2 had 11, Season 3 had 12, and Season 4 had 7 episodes. The series ended in 2007.
Did Stephen Colbert voice a character in Harvey Birdman?
Yes. Stephen Colbert voiced two recurring characters: Phil Ken Sebben, Harvey's eccentric one-eyed boss at the law firm, and Myron Reducto, a villain-turned-rival attorney with a shrink ray obsession. Colbert's comedic performances became fan favorites and helped define the show's irreverent tone.
When did Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law first air?
Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law first aired on December 30, 2000, on Cartoon Network's late-night Adult Swim programming block in the United States. The series ran until 2007, concluding with its fourth season.
How was Harvey Birdman received by critics?
Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law earned strong critical praise for its sharp satirical humor, clever legal parody, and inventive use of vintage Hanna-Barbera animation. Critics highlighted the voice cast's comedic timing and the show's ability to blend absurdist comedy with surprisingly witty courtroom scenarios.
What is the content rating for Harvey Birdman?
Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law is rated TV-14 in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains adult humor, satirical content, and comedic violence consistent with its Adult Swim programming block.
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