Scott Pilgrim vs the World started off as a series of graphic novels before Edgar Wright made it into a cult classic live-action movie. But now the story is returning to its roots with Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, an anime adaptation that is coming to Netflix in fall 2023.
Though the Scott Pilgrim vs the World movie was a flop at the box office, it has become beloved by many and, to some, is the best video game movie that Hollywood has made (despite not being based on an actual video game). In addition, the at-the-time young cast has become some of the biggest stars in the world, but remain closely associated with these roles and are slated to return to provide their voices for the new series.
Read on to find out everything else you need to know about Scott Pilgrim Takes Off.
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off release date
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off is now streaming exclusively on Netflix.
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off plot
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off is not reinventing the wheel with its story, as it will follow the basic plot of the original graphic novel and live-action movie that sees the titular Scott Pilgrim try to win the heart of Ramona Flowers. However, to do so, he's going to need to defeat her seven evil exes.
The anime series was written by Scott Pilgrim's original creator Bryan Lee O'Malley and BenDavid Grabinski. And in case you were wondering, Edgar Wright is serving as an executive producer on the new series.
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off episodes
Here are the synopses for all Scott Pilgrim Takes Off episodes:
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off episode 1, "Scott Pilgrim's Precious Little Life"
"Slacker Scott Pilgrim leads a sweet and simple life. Until sparks fly — and ignite total chaos — when he meets the rainbow-haired girl of his dreams."
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off episode 2, "A League of Their Own"
"An eclectic crowd of familiar faces gathers under unusual circumstances. Elsewhere, the League of Evil Exes meets up at a secret lair."
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off episode 3, "Ramona Rents a Video"
"Motivated by a dream, Ramona follows a hunch and confides in a receptive Julie. At a video rental store, a tense run-in with Roxie fuels big feelings."
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off episode 4, "Whatever"
"Ramona heads to a film set to see Lucas, her movie star ex, whose role in a major Canadian motion picture attracts media attention — and the paparazzi."
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off episode 5, "Lights. Camera. Sparks?!"
"A documentary about the Toronto production reveals drama — and steamy romance — behind the scenes. Ramona takes on a daring but demanding gig."
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off episode 6, "WHODIDIT"
"Ramona arrives at Julie's doorstep with more questions and curiosity. A surprise visitor seeks forgiveness from Gideon. Knives taps into new talents."
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off episode 7, "2 Scott 2 Pilgrim"
"Unfinished business, mind-blowing revelations — and a mix of lovers, friends and exes. What could go wrong?"
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off episode 8, "The World vs Scott Pilgrim"
"Scott, Ramona and their friends must face their toughest challenge yet in a knockdown epic showdown that could change everything."
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off cast
When the anime adaptation of Scott Pilgrim vs the World was announced, it was shared that the original Scott Pilgrim cast would be back to voice their animated counterparts. That includes:
- Michael Cera as Scott Pilgrim
- Elizabeth Winstead as Ramona Flowers
- Kieran Culkin as Wallace Wells
- Anna Kendrick as Stacey Pilgrim
- Brie Larson as Envy Adams
- Alison Pill as Kim Pine
- Aubrey Plaza as Julie Powers
- Johnny Simmons as Young Neil
- Mark Webber as Stephen Stills
- Ellen Wong as Knives Chau
- Satya Bhabha as Matthew Patel
- Chris Evans as Lucas Lee
- Brandon Routh as Todd Ingram
- Mae Whitman as Roxy Richter
- Jason Schwartzman as Gideon Graves
O'Malley said this to Netflix Tudum about the cast when the project was first announced:
"They've all gone on to do incredible things, but to me, they're family. There — to this day — is still a group email with the entire cast on it, that's been going since 2010. I was happy to be able to reach out to everyone with the news that we had finally come up with a way to continue the adventure. Seeing (and hearing) everyone come back to their roles has been a true pleasure."
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off trailer
The official trailer for Scott Pilgrim Takes Off is here, telling the familiar story of the graphic novel and cult movie, but with an all new look. Watch the trailer directly below, along with the previously released teaser trailer:
Netflix has also shared the first clip from the series, which you can watch directly below:
Check out some of the stills for the show right here as well:
How to watch Scott Pilgrim Takes Off
As a Netflix original series, you need to have a Netflix subscription in order to watch Scott Pilgrim Takes Off. In addition to that, you’ll have access to all of the best TV shows on Netflix.
If you want to watch the 2010 movie of Scott Pilgrim vs the World, that is currently streaming on Peacock.
