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Prime Video Unveils 'Odd Jobs': Animated Comedy Set in 2127

1/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Prime Video has ordered the animated comedy series Odd Jobs, co-created by Mike McMahan (co-creator) and Dominic Dierkes (co-creator).
Set in 2127, the show follows gig workers who take bizarre tasks via the ODD JOBS app across the neo Midwest.
The series is produced by CBS Studios and animated by Titmouse.
It will premiere in over 240 countries as part of Prime Video's growing adult animation lineup.

History

Historical Context

The 2008 financial crisis catalyzed the growth of the gig economy, with companies like Uber and TaskRabbit emerging to provide flexible work opportunities. By 2018, 36% of U.S. workers participated in gig jobs, reflecting a significant shift in labor dynamics. Today, this trend influences both labor markets and entertainment, as seen in series like Odd Jobs, which portrays gig workers in a futuristic context.

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Story summary

Prime Video has ordered the animated comedy series Odd Jobs, co-created by Mike McMahan (co-creator) and Dominic Dierkes (co-creator).
Set in 2127, the show follows gig workers who take bizarre tasks via the ODD JOBS app across the neo Midwest.
The series is produced by CBS Studios and animated by Titmouse.
It will premiere in over 240 countries as part of Prime Video's growing adult animation lineup.

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