Sega’s ‘Golden Axe’ Cuts Loose with First Trailer for Paramount+ Animated Series

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Paramount+ and Comedy Central have officially released the first teaser trailer and premiere details for Golden Axe, a new 10-episode animated comedy series adapted from Sega’s legendary 1989 fantasy hack-and-slash arcade franchise.

Produced by CBS Studios, Sony Pictures Television, and Sega, the series is set to debut globally on Paramount+ on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.

Premise: A Hilarious, Blood-Soaked Homage to Fantasy Tropes

Created and executive produced by Matthew Beans (Star Trek: Lower Decks, Robot Chicken), Golden Axe offers a self-aware, comedic continuation of the classic gaming universe.

The story follows veteran barbarian Ax Battler, dwarf warrior Gilius Thunderhead, and amazon warrior Tyris Flare as they re-assemble after years of retirement to save the realm of Yuria from the sinister giant Death Adder. Joining them on their quest is Hampton Squib, a well-meaning, completely inexperienced rookie adventurer who is entirely out of his depth.

High-Profile Voice Cast & Character Lineup

The series features a stacked ensemble voice cast of comedy veterans and prominent voice talent:

  • Matthew Rhys (The Americans) as Gilius Thunderhead, a grumpy dwarf warrior with a severe attitude problem and a massive battle axe.

  • Danny Pudi (Community) as Hampton Squib, a naive, inexperienced adventurer making his first foray into monster fighting.

  • Liam McIntyre (Spartacus) as Ax Battler, a muscled barbarian whose glory days are somewhat behind him.

  • Lisa Gilroy (Interior Chinatown) as Tyris Flare, a fierce, fiery amazon warrior.

  • Carl Tart (Grand Crew) as Chronos “Evil” Lait, a human-panther hybrid humanoid derived from Golden Axe II.

Production Team & Sega Franchise Revival

The project joins a growing slate of animated Sega adaptations (including Sonic Prime and upcoming multimedia projects) aimed at bringing classic gaming IP to modern streaming audiences.

Animation production is handled by Titmouse (The Legend of Vox Machina, Star Trek: Lower Decks), ensuring the show blends graphic, sword-and-sorcery action sequences with sharp, fast-paced comedic animation.

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