Netflix Orders Bull Burr Animated Series

BEVERLY HILLS: The original animated series F is for Family, based on the comedy of Bill Burr, is coming exclusively to Netflix in 2015.

The series, produced by Gaumont International Television and Wild West Television, will be available in all territories where the service is available. It marks the first animation project for Gaumont's U.S. production arm, tapping the expertise of France's Gaumont Animation.

F is for Family is created by Burr and Emmy Award-winner Michael Price (The Simpsons).

“Bill Burr’s stand-up specials are wildly popular for us worldwide, and we’re looking forward to presenting his nostalgic and unflinching take on the family comedy in this original, animated series,” said Cindy Holland, the VP of original content at Netflix.

“Bill Burr’s voice in capturing the moment to moment comedy in our daily lives is infectious and relatable,” commented Katie O’Connell, the CEO of of Gaumont International Television. “We’re thrilled to bring his hilariously edgy style of comedy to F is for Family with our partners at Wild West Television. This also gives us the chance to show off the great wealth of animation talent at Gaumont Animation. Netflix is the perfect home for this series.”

“F is for Family is the show I've always wanted to do. It captures all the characters of my childhood the way I remember it to be. Fortunately Mike Price and everyone at Wild West seem to know the same people I knew growing up. It's going to be a lot of fun to tell these stories," said Burr.

“Bill is the funniest, most original voice out there. We’re all excited to be working with Netflix on this project,” said executive producer Vince Vaughn.

“The bottom line is, there's no better network in all of television. They’re a game changer, providing true creative support and the ability to reach a worldwide audience instantly,” said executive producer Peter Billingsley.