The Venture Bros. 2004
“Cockpits! Booby traps!”
What is The Venture Bros.?
The Venture Bros is an American adult animated action-adventure television series created by Jackson Publick and Doc Hammer for Cartoon Network's late night programming block Adult Swim. The series premiered on August 7, 2004, following a pilot episode on February 16, 2003.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2004
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 81
- Runtime
- 22 minutes
- First aired
- Aug 7, 2004
- Last aired
- Oct 8, 2018
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Adult Swim
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 81 episodes and an average 22-minute runtime.
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Overview
The Venture Bros is an American adult animated action-adventure television series created by Jackson Publick and Doc Hammer for Cartoon Network's late night programming block Adult Swim. The series premiered on August 7, 2004, following a pilot episode on February 16, 2003. The show follows the adventures of a family and their bodyguard as they face various challenges. The term venture refers to an undertaking involving uncertainty as to the outcome, especially a risky or dangerous one. The Venture Bros is one of Adult Swim's longest running series. The show was created by Christopher McCulloch and features the voice talents of Christopher McCulloch, James Urbaniak, Doc Hammer, and Michael Sinterniklaas. The series is known for its bizarre escapades and features a pseudo-heroic scientist and his family. The show's title is derived from the definition of venture, which involves proceeding especially in the face of danger.
Should you watch it?
“A dysfunctional family navigates wild adventures while facing megalomaniacs, zombies, and mysterious ninjas.”
- humorous character dynamics
- imaginative action scenarios
- contains stylized violence
- features mature themes
Watch it if you enjoy satirical takes on classic adventure tropes and dysfunctional family dynamics.
The series contains stylized violence and adult themes suited for mature audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Dia de los Dangerous! Aug 7, 2004
- E2 Careers in Science Aug 14, 2004
- E3 Home Insecurity Aug 21, 2004
- E4 The Incredible Mr. Brisby Aug 28, 2004
- E5 Eeney, Meeney, Miney… Magic! Sep 4, 2004
- E6 Ghosts of the Sargasso Sep 11, 2004
- E7 Ice Station Impossible! Sep 18, 2004
- E8 Mid-Life Chrysalis Sep 25, 2004
- E9 Are You There, God? It's Me, Dean Oct 2, 2004
- E10 Tag-Sale – You're It! Oct 9, 2004
- E11 Past Tense Oct 16, 2004
- E12 The Trial of the Monarch Oct 23, 2004
- E13 Return to Spider-Skull Island Oct 30, 2004
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Powerless in the Face of Death Jun 25, 2006
- E2 Hate Floats Jul 2, 2006
- E3 Assassinanny 911 Jul 9, 2006
- E4 Escape to the House of Mummies Part II Jul 16, 2006
- E5 Twenty Years to Midnight Aug 6, 2006
- E6 Victor. Echo. November. Aug 13, 2006
- E7 Love-Bheits Aug 20, 2006
- E8 Fallen Arches Sep 3, 2006
- E9 Guess Who's Coming to State Dinner? Sep 10, 2006
- E10 I Know Why the Caged Bird Kills Sep 24, 2006
- E11 ¡Viva los Muertos! Oct 1, 2006
- E12 Showdown at Cremation Creek (1) Oct 7, 2006
- E13 Showdown at Cremation Creek (2) Oct 14, 2006
Season 3 · 13 episodes
- E1 Shadowman 9: In the Cradle of Destiny Jun 1, 2008
- E2 The Doctor Is Sin Jun 8, 2008
- E3 The Invisible Hand of Fate Jun 15, 2008
- E4 Home Is Where The Hate Is Jun 22, 2008
- E5 The Buddy System Jun 29, 2008
- E6 Dr. Quymn, Medicine Woman Jul 6, 2008
- E7 What Goes Down, Must Come Up Jul 13, 2008
- E8 Tears of a Sea Cow Jul 20, 2008
- E9 Now Museum, Now You Don't Jul 27, 2008
- E10 The Lepidopterists Aug 3, 2008
- E11 ORB Aug 10, 2008
- E12 The Family That Slays Together, Stays Together (1) Aug 17, 2008
- E13 The Family That Slays Together, Stays Together (2) Aug 24, 2008
Season 4 · 16 episodes
- E1 Blood of the Father, Heart of Steel Oct 18, 2009
- E2 Handsome Ransom Oct 25, 2009
- E3 Perchance to Dean Nov 1, 2009
- E4 Return to Malice Nov 8, 2009
- E5 The Revenge Society Nov 15, 2009
- E6 Self-Medication Nov 22, 2009
- E7 The Better Man Dec 6, 2009
- E8 Pinstripes & Poltergeists Dec 13, 2009
- E9 The Diving Bell Vs. The Butter-Glider Sep 12, 2010
- E10 Pomp and Circuitry Sep 19, 2010
- E11 Any Which Way but Zeus Sep 26, 2010
- E12 Everybody Comes to Hank's Oct 3, 2010
- E13 Bright Lights, Dean City Oct 10, 2010
- E14 Assisted Suicide Oct 17, 2010
- E15 The Silent Partners Oct 24, 2010
- E16 Operation: P.R.O.M. Nov 21, 2010
Season 5 · 8 episodes
- E1 What Color Is Your Cleansuit? Jun 2, 2013
- E2 Venture Libre Jun 9, 2013
- E3 SPHINX Rising Jun 16, 2013
- E4 Spanakopita! Jun 23, 2013
- E5 O.S.I. Love You Jun 30, 2013
- E6 Momma's Boys Jul 7, 2013
- E7 Bot Seeks Bot Jul 14, 2013
- E8 The Devil's Grip Jul 21, 2013
Frequently asked questions
Who are the main characters?
The series follows brothers Hank and Dean Venture, their father Doctor Venture, and their bodyguard Brock Samson.
What kind of adventures do they go on?
The family encounters various threats including megalomaniacs, zombies, and suspicious ninjas.
What is the tone of the show?
The show features a mix of adventure and comedy while satirizing classic adventure stories.
Is this a family-friendly show?
The content includes stylized violence and mature themes, making it more appropriate for older viewers.
What is the central premise?
The family attempts to pursue the glory of adventure despite their dysfunctional nature and constant threats.