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Tom Goes to the Mayor 2004

★ 6.9/10 · 35 votes TV-PG AnimationComedy 2 seasons · 30 eps Ended
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What is Tom Goes to the Mayor?

Tom Goes to the Mayor is an American animated television series produced for the late night programming block known as Adult Swim on Cartoon Network. The show was created by Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim.

Type
TV series
Year
2004
Status
Ended
Episodes
30
Runtime
11 minutes
First aired
Nov 14, 2004
Last aired
Sep 25, 2006
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
Adult Swim
Genres
Animation, Comedy
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Tom Goes to the Mayor is an American animated television series produced for the late night programming block known as Adult Swim on Cartoon Network. The show was created by Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim. The series made its television debut on November 14, 2004. Throughout its broadcast run, the program consisted of a total of thirty episodes. The show concluded its final broadcast on September 25, 2006. The series is categorized as an animated production and was developed specifically for the Adult Swim network schedule. All episodes were aired during the two-year period between the series premiere in 2004 and its final episode in 2006. The collaboration between creators Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim resulted in the production of these thirty individual installments. The show remains a part of the history of the Adult Swim late night programming block.

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Should you watch it?

“Hapless Tom Peters' earnest attempts to improve his town consistently backfire in surreal and absurd ways.”

Reasons to watch
  • Distinctive animation style that complements its bizarre humor
  • Short episodes make it easy to binge
  • Features early work from Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim
Keep in mind
  • Humor may be too niche or acquired for some viewers
  • Limited episode count may leave fans wanting more

You enjoy unconventional animated comedies with a penchant for the absurd.

Suitable for adults due to its late-night Adult Swim origins and offbeat content.

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Season 2 · 17 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who created Tom Goes to the Mayor?

The series was created by Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim.

When did Tom Goes to the Mayor air?

It premiered on November 14, 2004 and concluded on September 25, 2006.

How many episodes of Tom Goes to the Mayor are there?

The series consists of thirty episodes across its run.

Where can I watch Tom Goes to the Mayor?

It originally aired on Adult Swim, and availability may vary by streaming platform.

Is Tom Goes to the Mayor appropriate for children?

As an Adult Swim series, it is intended for mature audiences.