BRENDAR THE BARBARIAN Is an Upcoming Live-Action Puppet Show Coming to Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon has announced a new live-action puppet show that they’ll be airing next year called Brendar the Barbarian. Co-created, written, and executive produced by Mike Mitchell (The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part) and Drew Massey (Sid the Science Kid). It really does sound like it has some fun potential.

In Brendar the Barbarian, Evan, a troll who has never ventured out from under his bridge, decides to explore the world for the first time in search of a great adventure and inspiration to fulfill his dream of becoming a singer. He soon meets Brendar, Gothmoria’s most feared and revered warrior, and joins in her quest across treacherous terrain and confrontations with bizarre and magical creatures. Throughout their journey and encounters with an eclectic puppet cast of wacky characters, they both learn that they’re better together and form an unbreakable friendship.

Mitchell will also serve as director and Massey as lead puppeteer. Shauna Phelan of Nickelodeon sang the show’s praises with the following statement:

It’s amazing to work with such immensely talented creators like Mike and Drew. Their imaginative puppetry, uniquely cinematic vision, and hilarious voice make this a show like no other. Brendar the Barbarian is a truly original series that kids and families of all ages are going to love.

Brendar the Barbarian is set to premiere on Nickelodeon in 2021.