Dan Harmon, 'Rick and Morty' Co-Creator, Apologizes for Resurfaced Controversial Video | THR News

Dan Harmon, 'Rick and Morty' Co-Creator, Apologizes for Resurfaced Controversial Video | THR News

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A controversial video by Harmon, spoofing the series Dexter, resurfaced online, causing backlash due to its offensive content. Harmon issued an apology, acknowledging the video's distastefulness and removed it. Following the controversy, Harmon deleted his Twitter account. Adult Swim responded, emphasizing creative freedom but condemning the video's content. Harmon's employment status remains unchanged.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the controversial video by Harmon a parody of?

Game of Thrones

Breaking Bad

Dexter

The Walking Dead

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Harmon take after realizing the video's content was offensive?

He ignored the backlash

He re-uploaded the video

He made a sequel

He removed the video

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Harmon do with his Twitter account following the controversy?

He deleted it

He posted an apology

He changed his username

He made it private

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Adult Swim's stance on the type of content they seek?

They encourage offensive content

They seek out controversial content

They do not support offensive content

They only support drama content

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact on Harmon's employment status at Adult Swim?

He was fired

He was promoted

He was suspended

No changes were made