Rick and Morty vs. the Universe #1

Rick and Morty vs. the Universe #1, released in 2019, represents a distinct expansion of the Adult Swim franchise into the comic book medium via Oni Press. The series was developed to bridge the narrative gaps between the television show's seasons, offering fans new, standalone interdimensional adventures that maintain the irreverent, high-concept humor characteristic of Dan Harmon and Justin Roiland’s original creation.

The creative direction for this series leaned heavily into the visual language established by the show's animation, with illustrators focused on capturing the frenetic energy of the characters' cosmic exploits. The writing team aimed to replicate the rapid-fire dialogue and nihilistic tone of the series, leading to a generally favorable reception among the show's dedicated fanbase who sought supplemental material that felt authentic to the onscreen source material.