Glitch Productions Partners with YouTube Sensation “LACKADAISY” Creators for Full Series Release

Glitch Productions is thrilled to announce its official partnership with co-creators Tracy J. Butler and Fable Siegel for the full-series development of LACKADAISY. Based on the acclaimed comic and popular pilot, the series follows a band of eccentric, anthropomorphic cats once possessed of nostalgia and former glory, as they fend off violent rivals, scheme, and make sacrifices in an effort to bring their struggling speakeasy back to life.

In partnership with Glitch Productions and external partners, the insanely talented team behind LACKADAISY will expand the series to 6x 22 minute episodes, aligning with Tracy’s original vision, whilst allowing the team to keep full creative control of the project. The project’s expansion also welcomes Olan Rogers (creator of Final Space) as Development Executive, further strengthening the project during its current production phase.

LACKADAISY is the first Glitch Production project to exist under the brand new label “Glitch Presents” which was established to support groundbreaking creators and their teams, connecting them with the third-party funding required to create shows to the fullest extent of their creative vision, then distributing this to otherwise unaccessible platforms. Ultimately, pushing the boundaries of what independent animation can achieve in a challenging industry. Outside of the “Glitch Presents” banner, shows considered Glitch Originals like THE AMAZING DIGITAL CIRCUS and KNIGHTS OF GUINEVERE will remain fully self-funded and will continue to release for free, YouTube-first.

In speaking of this exciting new expansion, CEO, Glitch Productions Kevin Lerdwichagul writes “I’m beyond thrilled to announce that GLITCH is officially partnering with the insanely talented folks behind Lackadaisy to bring you the full animated series! I’ve been talking with Tracy and Fable since the pilot and their BackerKit launch, and I’ve seen first hand the passion and effort they’ve been pouring into this show. Watching it all take shape has been incredible – and when I realised there was a chance for GLITCH to help expand their planned 5 x 11-minute episodes into 6 x full 22-minute episodes, closer to Tracy’s original vision, I reached out immediately. They didn’t hesitate. They said yes. To make this happen, we brought on Olan Rogers (creator of Final Space) as a development executive (he’s awesome, btw), and partnered with an external partner to fully fund the season. Most importantly, we made sure Tracy and Fable keep full creative control of their vision. Projects created this way will now live under our brand-new banner: GLITCH PRESENTS – a label for shows we partner on and help bring to life in this challenging industry. There’s still a loooong road ahead as the team works to deliver the incredible quality Lackadaisy is known for, and GLITCH will be with them every step of the way – making sure the series lives up to the love fans already have, and proving once again that indie animation is the future.”

Tracy J. Butler’s passionately crafted follow-up to the acclaimed 2006 webcomic, LACKADAISY soared to prominence on YouTube in March 2023, with the pilot attracting over 4 million views in its first week. From prestigious beginnings, the original comic earned widespread recognition earning a 2007 Web Cartoonists’ Choice Award and 2011 Eisner Award nomination. A subsequent BackerKit campaign launch raised over $2 million, resulting in the successful funding of the pilot’s development and release.

Glitch Productions continues to quickly expand their slate of fully self-funded and independently produced animated properties including the recently released KNIGHTS OF GUINEVERE which has surpassed 10 million views within a week of release. The studio’s portfolio also boasts multiple fan-favourites including THE AMAZING DIGITAL CIRCUS (820 million views and growing), MURDER DRONES and THE GASLIGHT DISTRICT – all of which debuted YouTube-first, to a dedicated community of over 16 million followers. Eight years in, Glitch Productions’ content is also showcased globally across major streaming platforms Netflix and Prime Video.

“It’s a new and amazing time for indie animation to shine, and we’re so honored to be a part of it. The team has worked incredibly hard and I couldn’t be prouder of them, but we wouldn’t be anywhere without your viewership, your enthusiasm and support. Thank you to Glitch and thank YOU so much for watching!” says LACKADAISY co-creator Tracy J. Butler of the collaboration.

It’s 1927 St. Louis and National Prohibition is in full effect. On its surface, this brewing town has gone bone dry. Underground, however, in the caves hidden below the quaint Little Daisy Cafe, lies the Lackadaisy Speakeasy where the drinks flow, the jazz music echoes, and the party never stops roaring. That is, until the violent and mysterious demise of its proprietor and boss, Atlas May.

With the speakeasy in steep decline, his widow Mitzi endeavors to take up his mantle. With her gang of jazz-players, outcasts, and alley cats, she struggles to hold everything together, and she’ll pull out all the stops – running schemes and risking lives – to restore the Lackadaisy to its former glory.

The full-series of LACKADAISY is currently in production under the supporting label “Glitch Presents”. Glitch Productions remains dedicated to championing bold and independently produced animated projects made possible by the ongoing support of its global community. For release updates, follow Glitch Productions on YouTube, Instagram, X and Tik Tok. Additionally, creator Tracy J. Butler’s brand new “Last Call” video celebrating the LACKADAISY announcement can be found on YouTube now.