Rick and Morty
Executive Summary
Pass/Consider/Recommend/Highly Recommend
Overview
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Setting: Contemporary, Morty's home, dream worlds, news studio
Overview: The screenplay received a strong score of 8.0, indicating a well-rounded and promising story with ample room for improvement in various elements.
Themes: Power dynamics between humans and animals, Communication and understanding, Technology and its consequences, Family dynamics and loyalty, Ethics and the treatment of animals
Conflict and Stakes: The conflict between humans and intelligent dogs, the struggle for power and dominance, and the potential destruction of the planet
Overall Mood: Dark comedy with elements of suspense and social commentary
Mood/Tone at Key Scenes:
- Scene 3: Tense and confrontational as Jerry and Morty clash over Snuffles' behavior
Standout Features:
- Unique Hook: Intelligent dogs leading a revolution and exploring themes of power and loyalty
- Dark Comedy : Blending humor with dark and thought-provoking themes
- Sci-Fi Elements : Incorporating futuristic technology and alternate realities
Comparable Scripts:
Market Analysis
Budget Estimate:$50-70 million
Target Audience Demographics: Adults aged 18-49, fans of sci-fi, dark comedy, and animated series
Marketability: The unique blend of sci-fi, dark humor, and social commentary makes it highly marketable to a wide audience
Strong character development and engaging storyline with potential for merchandise and spin-offs
Cult following of 'Rick and Morty' fans will drive interest, along with the innovative premise and humor
Profit Potential: High, due to the established fan base of 'Rick and Morty' and the potential for merchandise, spin-offs, and international appeal
Scene Level Percentiles
Emotions Elicited Percentiles
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Writer's Voice
Memorable Lines:
- Jerry: You make that dog smart or Morty's grounded! (Scene 1)
- Rick: It’s a device that will allow us to enter people’s dreams, Morty. Just like in that movie you never shut the fuck up about. (Scene 2)
- Goldenfold: The name’s not Buddy. It’s Goldenfold. Nice to Wheat You! (Scene 3)
- GOLDENFOLD: JADA!!! (Scene 4)
- Rick: Don't judge, Morty. (Scene 5)
Story Shape
Emotions Elicited
Screenplay Insights:
Premise: 7.5, The screenplay's premise has the potential to be engaging, but certain aspects could be refined to enhance its overall intrigue. The idea of a family dog gaining sentience and leading an army of cybernetically enhanced dogs presents a unique and intriguing concept. However, the premise could benefit from a clearer establishment of the motivations and goals of the dog and a more nuanced portrayal of the conflicts that arise from its newfound intelligence. See More
Structure: 7.75, The screenplay, while exhibiting strengths in its structure and plot development, has areas where it could be refined to enhance narrative clarity, engagement, and dramatic tension. The pacing and balance of tension and release generally support the storytelling, but some plot elements and character arcs could be further developed to create a more cohesive and satisfying experience for the audience. See More
Theme: 7.5, The screenplay effectively explores the themes of sentience and the consequences of scientific advancement. It conveys a clear message about the importance of empathy, understanding, and responsible use of technology. However, the themes could be further developed and integrated into the narrative to increase their impact and resonance with the audience. See More
Visual Impact: 9.25, The screenplay demonstrates a creative and engaging approach to visual storytelling, employing vivid descriptions and imaginative concepts that effectively enhance the narrative. Its innovative use of visual elements and emotional imagery adds depth and immersion to the screenplay, leaving a lasting impact on the reader's visual experience. See More
Emotional Impact: 7.5, The screenplay's strength lies in the portrayal of Jerry's emotional roller coaster, as well as the ethical questions raised by Snuffles' newfound intelligence. However, there are opportunities to deepen the emotional impact and create a more nuanced exploration of the themes by focusing on the relationship between Jerry and Snuffles and the emotional complexities of their journey. See More
Conflict: 7.5, The screenplay effectively establishes a conflict between Jerry and Snuffles, leading to a series of events that showcase Rick's intelligence and creativity. The stakes are personal for Jerry, who seeks control over his dog's behavior, and for Snuffles, who desires to be understood and valued. While the screenplay successfully presents these conflicts and stakes, there are opportunities for enhancement to deepen the tension and emotional impact. See More
Originality: 8.25, This screenplay demonstrates originality in its premise of transforming a family dog into a sentient being with leadership ambitions. While the core narrative follows a somewhat familiar formula, the creative execution, character development, and exploration of themes set it apart. The screenplay has the potential to engage audiences with its unique blend of humor, heart, and thought-provoking ideas. See More
Screenplay Story Analysis
Note: This is the overall critique. For scene by scene critique click here
Summaries
- After Jerry fails to take the family dog, Snuffles, outside, Snuffles urinates on the floor. Jerry confronts Snuffles, shoving his face into the carpet. Morty enters and defends Snuffles, but Jerry insists that Rick create a device to make Snuffles easier to train. Rick initially refuses but eventually agrees and puts a helmet device on Snuffles, which instantly makes Snuffles obedient.
- Jerry asks Rick to create a device to make Snuffles easier to train. After initially refusing, Rick agrees and puts a helmet on Snuffles, making him instantly obedient. In the next scene, Rick and Morty enter Mr. Goldenfold's dreams to convince him to give Morty less homework.
- Jerry asks Rick to create a device to make Snuffles easier to train. After initially refusing, Rick agrees and puts a helmet on Snuffles, making him instantly obedient. In the next scene, Rick and Morty enter Mr. Goldenfold's dreams to convince him to give Morty less homework.
- Jerry asks Rick to create a device to make Snuffles easier to train. After initially refusing, Rick agrees and puts a helmet on Snuffles, making him instantly obedient.
- Jerry asks Rick to create a device to make Snuffles easier to train. After initially refusing, Rick agrees and puts a helmet on Snuffles, making him instantly obedient.
- Jerry asks Rick to create a device to make Snuffles easier to train. After initially refusing, Rick agrees and puts a helmet on Snuffles, making him instantly obedient. In the next scene, Rick and Morty enter Mr. Goldenfold's dreams to convince him to give Morty less homework.
- Jerry asks Rick to create a device to make Snuffles easier to train. After initially refusing, Rick agrees and puts a helmet on Snuffles, making him instantly obedient.
- Jerry asks Rick to create a device to make Snuffles easier to train. After initially refusing, Rick agrees and puts a helmet on Snuffles, making him instantly obedient.
- Jerry asks Rick to create a device to make Snuffles easier to train. After initially refusing, Rick agrees and puts a helmet on Snuffles, making him instantly obedient.
- Jerry asks Rick to create a device to make Snuffles easier to train. After initially refusing, Rick agrees and puts a helmet on Snuffles, making him instantly obedient. However, Snuffles becomes self-aware and leads an army of cybernetically enhanced dogs to dominate the planet. Jerry tries to assert dominance by peeing on the floor, but is humiliated and captured by the dogs. Snuffles declares Morty as his best friend and begins phase two of his plan, leading to the rise of the dog army.
- In this scene, the news anchors report on the end of human superiority before being interrupted by dog soldiers. The dogs take over and establish Emperor Snowball as their leader. Morty wakes up in a dream in which he is living a luxurious life, but Rick reveals that they are inside Snuffles' dream. Morty takes pills that will shut down his kidneys as part of their escape plan. In another scene, Snuffles is willing to give up his kingdom to save Morty's life, but it is ultimately unsuccessful and Morty is put on life support.
- Snuffles, the family dog, becomes self-aware and leads an army of cybernetically enhanced dogs to take over the world. He establishes himself as Emperor Snowball and plans to colonize a new world with intelligent dogs. Morty says goodbye to Snuffles as he steps into a portal with the rest of the dogs. Jerry cries, and Beth comforts him. Rick and Morty discuss the potential of a TV show about a world populated by intelligent dogs. In a dream sequence, Scary Glenn becomes the new teacher for Scary class.
Rick - Score: 83/100
Role
Protagonist
Character Analysis Overview
Jerry - Score: 47/100
Character Analysis Overview
Morty - Score: 28/100
Role
Protagonist
Character Analysis Overview
Snuffles - Score: 84/100
Character Analysis Overview
Beth - Score: 61/100
Character Analysis Overview
Theme | Theme Details | Theme Explanation |
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Power dynamics between humans and animals | The storyline revolves around Jerry's desire to train Snuffles, the family dog, and Rick's creation of a device that makes Snuffles obedient. This theme explores the balance of power and control between humans and animals. | The theme of power dynamics between humans and animals is evident throughout the screenplay. Jerry wants to assert control over Snuffles and make him easier to train, while Snuffles desires to be understood and demonstrates his own power by leading an army of cybernetically enhanced dogs. This theme raises questions about the ethics of human dominance over animals and explores the consequences of manipulating animals for human benefit. |
Communication and understanding | The dialogue between characters and the conflicts that arise highlight the theme of communication and understanding. From Jerry's frustration with Snuffles' unresponsiveness to Summer's defense of Snuffles' sentience, this theme delves into the importance of effective communication and empathy. | Throughout the screenplay, characters struggle with communication and understanding. Jerry is frustrated when Snuffles doesn't respond to his questions, Morty defends Snuffles' behavior, and Summer advocates for empathetic communication with the dog. The theme of communication and understanding explores the complexities of human-animal interaction and the significance of empathy in relationships. |
Technology and its consequences | The use of technology, specifically the helmet device created by Rick, plays a central role in the screenplay. This theme explores the consequences of advanced technology and its impact on creatures like Snuffles. | The theme of technology and its consequences is evident in the screenplay through Rick's creation of the helmet device that makes Snuffles obedient. The device showcases the power and potential drawbacks of advanced technology. It raises questions about the ethical implications of using technology to control and manipulate living beings. |
Family dynamics and loyalty | The interactions between Jerry, Morty, and Summer, as well as their relationships with Snuffles, demonstrate the theme of family dynamics and loyalty. The screenplay explores how different family members respond to conflicts and challenges. | The theme of family dynamics and loyalty is present in the screenplay through the interactions between Jerry, Morty, Summer, and Snuffles. Jerry and Morty clash over Snuffles, while Summer defends the dog's sentience and loyalty. This theme explores the complexities of family relationships and the challenges that arise when individual desires and loyalties conflict. |
Ethics and the treatment of animals | Throughout the screenplay, the ethical treatment of animals is a recurring theme. The characters' actions and decisions raise questions about the responsibility humans have in caring for and understanding non-human creatures. | The theme of ethics and the treatment of animals is explored throughout the screenplay. Jerry's desire to control and train Snuffles raises questions about the ethical implications of human dominance over animals. The consequences of manipulating Snuffles through technology also raise ethical concerns. This theme delves into the responsibilities humans have in their relationships with animals and the consequences of disregarding their autonomy. |
Screenwriting Resources on Themes
Articles
Site | Description |
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Studio Binder | Movie Themes: Examples of Common Themes for Screenwriters |
Coverfly | Improving your Screenplay's theme |
John August | Writing from Theme |
YouTube Videos
Title | Description |
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Story, Plot, Genre, Theme - Screenwriting Basics | Screenwriting basics - beginner video |
What is theme | Discussion on ways to layer theme into a screenplay. |
Thematic Mistakes You're Making in Your Script | Common Theme mistakes and Philosophical Conflicts |
Story Content | Character Development | Scene Elements | Audience Engagement | ||||||||||
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Click for Full Analysis | Tone | Overall | Concept | Plot | Characters | Character Changes | Conflict | High stakes | Story forward | Emotional Impact | Dialogue | ||
1 - Lawnmower Dog | "Humorous" | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 5 | 8 | ||
2 - Dream Inception | "Humorous" | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 6 | 10 | ||
3 - Goldenfold's Dream | "Humorous" | 8 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 8 | ||
4 - Snuffles' Transformation | "Humorous" | 8 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 9 | ||
5 - Pleasure Chamber Chaos | "Humorous" | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 9 | ||
6 - Snuffles and the Dream Adventure | "Humorous" | 8 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 5 | 8 | ||
7 - Snowball's Rebellion | "Humorous, Intense" | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | ||
8 - Scary Terry's Nightmare | "humorous" | 8 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 9 | ||
9 - Scary Terry's Redemption | "Light-hearted" | 9 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 6 | 8 | ||
10 - The Rise of the Dog Army | "dark and comedic" | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 9 | ||
11 - The Rise of the Dog Army | "Dark" | 7 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 6 | ||
12 - The Rise of Snuffles | "Humorous" | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 6 | 7 |
Summary of Scene Level Analysis
Here are some things that came out of the scene level analysis.
This is a summary of the strengths, weaknesses, and suggestions found in each scene. Some things might appear in both strengths and weaknesses based on the variety of your scenes.
For summary of each criteria click in the top row on the criteria.
Scene Strengths
- Humorous dialogue
- Creative concept
- Strong plot development
- Character dynamics
- Fast-paced plot
Scene Weaknesses
- Limited emotional impact
- Lack of character development
- Exaggerated or unrealistic actions/dialogue
- Potentially offensive content
- Lack of high stakes
Suggestions
- Focus on enhancing emotional impact by exploring deeper themes and character changes
- Improve the transition between storylines for smoother storytelling
- Refine the dialogue to avoid confusion
- Ensure character actions and dialogue remain believable and grounded
- Consider raising the stakes to increase tension and engagement
Scene 1 - Lawnmower Dog
The #1 Rule of Screenwriting: Make your reader or audience compelled to keep reading.
“Grab ‘em by the throat and never let ‘em go.”
The scene level score is the impact on the reader or audience to continue reading.
The Script score is how compelled they are to keep reading based on the rest of the script so far.
Scene 2 - Dream Inception
The #1 Rule of Screenwriting: Make your reader or audience compelled to keep reading.
“Grab ‘em by the throat and never let ‘em go.”
The scene level score is the impact on the reader or audience to continue reading.
The Script score is how compelled they are to keep reading based on the rest of the script so far.
Scene 3 - Goldenfold's Dream
The #1 Rule of Screenwriting: Make your reader or audience compelled to keep reading.
“Grab ‘em by the throat and never let ‘em go.”
The scene level score is the impact on the reader or audience to continue reading.
The Script score is how compelled they are to keep reading based on the rest of the script so far.
Scene 4 - Snuffles' Transformation
The #1 Rule of Screenwriting: Make your reader or audience compelled to keep reading.
“Grab ‘em by the throat and never let ‘em go.”
The scene level score is the impact on the reader or audience to continue reading.
The Script score is how compelled they are to keep reading based on the rest of the script so far.
Scene 5 - Pleasure Chamber Chaos
The #1 Rule of Screenwriting: Make your reader or audience compelled to keep reading.
“Grab ‘em by the throat and never let ‘em go.”
The scene level score is the impact on the reader or audience to continue reading.
The Script score is how compelled they are to keep reading based on the rest of the script so far.
Scene 6 - Snuffles and the Dream Adventure
The #1 Rule of Screenwriting: Make your reader or audience compelled to keep reading.
“Grab ‘em by the throat and never let ‘em go.”
The scene level score is the impact on the reader or audience to continue reading.
The Script score is how compelled they are to keep reading based on the rest of the script so far.
Scene 7 - Snowball's Rebellion
The #1 Rule of Screenwriting: Make your reader or audience compelled to keep reading.
“Grab ‘em by the throat and never let ‘em go.”
The scene level score is the impact on the reader or audience to continue reading.
The Script score is how compelled they are to keep reading based on the rest of the script so far.
Scene 8 - Scary Terry's Nightmare
The #1 Rule of Screenwriting: Make your reader or audience compelled to keep reading.
“Grab ‘em by the throat and never let ‘em go.”
The scene level score is the impact on the reader or audience to continue reading.
The Script score is how compelled they are to keep reading based on the rest of the script so far.
Scene 9 - Scary Terry's Redemption
The #1 Rule of Screenwriting: Make your reader or audience compelled to keep reading.
“Grab ‘em by the throat and never let ‘em go.”
The scene level score is the impact on the reader or audience to continue reading.
The Script score is how compelled they are to keep reading based on the rest of the script so far.
Scene 10 - The Rise of the Dog Army
The #1 Rule of Screenwriting: Make your reader or audience compelled to keep reading.
“Grab ‘em by the throat and never let ‘em go.”
The scene level score is the impact on the reader or audience to continue reading.
The Script score is how compelled they are to keep reading based on the rest of the script so far.
Scene 11 - The Rise of the Dog Army
The #1 Rule of Screenwriting: Make your reader or audience compelled to keep reading.
“Grab ‘em by the throat and never let ‘em go.”
The scene level score is the impact on the reader or audience to continue reading.
The Script score is how compelled they are to keep reading based on the rest of the script so far.
Scene 12 - The Rise of Snuffles
The #1 Rule of Screenwriting: Make your reader or audience compelled to keep reading.
“Grab ‘em by the throat and never let ‘em go.”
The scene level score is the impact on the reader or audience to continue reading.
The Script score is how compelled they are to keep reading based on the rest of the script so far.
Top Correlations and patterns found in the scenes:
Pattern | Explanation |
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Correlation between Tone and Emotional Impact | There is a strong positive correlation between the tone of the scenes and their emotional impact. Scenes with a humorous tone tend to have lower emotional impact scores, while scenes with a darker or more intense tone tend to have higher emotional impact scores. |
Correlation between High Stakes and Conflict | There is a moderate positive correlation between the high stakes and conflict in the scenes. Scenes with higher stakes tend to have higher conflict scores, indicating that the characters are facing more obstacles and challenges. |
Correlation between Character Changes and Dialogue | There is a weak positive correlation between the character changes and dialogue in the scenes. Scenes with more character changes tend to have slightly higher dialogue scores, suggesting that the character development is reflected in the dialogue. |
Correlation between Overall Grade and Plot | There is a strong positive correlation between the overall grade of the scenes and the quality of the plot. Scenes with higher overall grades tend to have higher plot scores, indicating a well-developed and engaging storyline. |
Correlation between Concept and Move Story Forward | There is a weak positive correlation between the concept of the scenes and their ability to move the story forward. Scenes with more interesting and unique concepts tend to have slightly higher scores in moving the story forward. |
Here are different Tropes found in the screenplay
Trope | Trope Details | Trope Explanation |
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Memorable lines in the script:
Scene Number | Line |
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1 | Jerry: You make that dog smart or Morty's grounded! |
2 | Rick: It’s a device that will allow us to enter people’s dreams, Morty. Just like in that movie you never shut the fuck up about. |
3 | Goldenfold: The name’s not Buddy. It’s Goldenfold. Nice to Wheat You! |
4 | GOLDENFOLD: JADA!!! |
5 | Rick: Don't judge, Morty. |
Some Loglines to consider:
A man asks his genius grandfather to create a device to train their family dog, but things go wrong when the dog becomes self-aware and leads an army of cybernetically enhanced dogs to take over the world. |
A family dog becomes instantly obedient after wearing a special helmet created by a genius inventor, but soon turns on its owners and leads an army of enhanced dogs to conquer the planet. |
When a man's request to make their family dog easier to train is granted by his eccentric grandfather, they soon find themselves at the mercy of the dog's newfound intelligence as it leads an army of technologically enhanced canines to seize control of the world. |
After a brilliant scientist fulfills a man's request to make their dog easier to train, chaos ensues when the dog gains self-awareness and leads a revolution of cybernetically enhanced dogs determined to claim dominion over humanity. |
A man's desire to train his family dog leads to unforeseen consequences when his eccentric grandfather equips the dog with a helmet, granting it extraordinary intelligence and the ability to control an army of cybernetically enhanced canines. |
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