Apple TV+ has shared an exclusive clip of the song Rise Up, from its new 3DCG comedy series, Be-rbrick. The series, based on Medicom Toy figures, is scheduled to premiere on March 21. With 13 episodes, the production features original songs from four-time Grammy Award-winning producer Timbaland and aims to inspire children and families to embrace their true identity through music.
The Story of Be-rbrick
The series follows Jasmine Finch and her bandmates as they pursue their dreams and inspire others to do the same. However, it won't be easy in a world where each person's role is assigned at birth and where the appearance they are given upon graduating from school determines their future. Jasmine discovers that to change her world, she and her friends must take the initiative.
The Message of Rise Up
In the shared clip, Jasmine and her band take an unconventional stance, encouraging viewers to forget what they've been told and dare to be bold. The song Rise Up conveys a message of empowerment, highlighting the right to choose and to fight for one's own dreams.
The Voice Cast
The voice cast includes Brianna Bryan as Jasmine, Skyla I’Lece as Holly, Isaiah Crews as Nick, Alison Jaye as Ada, and Noah Bentley as Klaus. Guest stars include Tim Meadows, Katy Mixon, Ego Nwodim, Emily Hampshire, and Debra Jo Rupp.
The Creative Team
Meghan McCarthy, known for her work on My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic and Centaurworld, is the developer, showrunner, executive producer, and writer of the series. Alex Almaguer (TrollsTopia) is the supervising producer, while Taylor Orci (Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts) serves as story editor and Athena Hofmann (Amateur) as line producer. Timbaland is the executive music producer, and the original score was created by Jina Hyojin An (XO, Kitty) and Shirley Song (Exploding Kittens). The series is produced and animated by DreamWorks Animation and Dentsu Inc.
Collaborations Between Apple TV+ and DreamWorks Animation
This project adds to other collaborations between Apple TV+ and DreamWorks Animation, such as CURSES!, Pinecone & Pony, and Doug Unplugs, solidifying a partnership that bets on innovative, high-quality content for all ages.