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Alan Tudyk is not just promoting his new animated movie ‘The Twits’ from Netflix but also highlighting the most peculiar feature of his character, a heart-shaped butt. The actor was so excited about the movie that he could not help but ask the audience to watch it. The movie is a timeless classic from Roald Dahl that appeals to children and adults alike.
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You might say that Alan Tudyk just opened up Netflix for everyone virtually this weekend. The actor, who is very friendly, has made the animated film ‘The Twits’ one of his recommendations and his pitch is quite bright. Tudyk then called attention to a frog-like being called Sweet Home who is his character with one magnificent anatomical feature. “Look at this great guy … his butt is a heart,” Tudyk said in his video and we are laughing at the same time as him. Then he made the most important point of selling, “What else you need to know?”
The actor not only shared the unique design of the character. He also said that it was his first time watching the movie and that he “really, really liked it”. He called it a “cool movie” with new animation and storytelling, and added that although it is for kids it will be fun and funny for adults too. His post said: “What a blast—check out The Twits on Netflix now:)))” and had the relevant hashtags.
The comment section was instantly flooded with an overwhelming mixture of the film’s excitement and the classic Tudyk’s fan base. One person showed perfectly how the actor feels by quoting him, “‘His butt is a heart… What more do you need to know?’” The conciseness of this encapsulates the whole bizarre yet delightful promo.
Another viewer remarked the heart-shaped-butt character was very cute and that perhaps the character’s backstory was that he was from Heart Butte on the Blackfeet Rez. A strong degree of inventiveness can be seen in the audience through a simple, funny character trait.
For many, it was a big surprise which caused them to think of the original story—especially the kids. One mother said, “Can’t wait to watch it with my daughter this weekend. I might be even more excited than her. My favorite Dahl book.” This shows that the film can reach and entertain different age groups since it can evoke the feeling of nostalgia to parents while introducing the story to children.
The excitement was not limited to the viewers’ side. One of the persons working on the film was the animator of the character who told Tudyk “it was so much fun bringing your character to life through animation” and “Your voice contributed so much to the character!” This direct experiential account not only supports the actor’s assertions but also reflects a cooperative and positive project.
Whenever the name of Alan Tudyk comes up, the conversations tend to circle around the other legendary characters that he has acted. One fan shared, “I am still hurt so bad about you dying in Serenity,” thus pointing to the strength of his character in the universe of the cult classic Firefly series and its movie sequel. Another said simply, “I’m a fan of practically anything that involves you, so this will be a definite check for me,” and this indicates the strong bond of loyalty he has with his followers.
The discussion was not exclusively about the film; Tudyk’s relaxed remark about “coming back from your No Kings protest” also stirred some reactions, one person emphatically stating “Kings is some bullshit!” The comment, made nonchalantly, linked the post to a specific real-world event, thus making it feel less staged and more spontaneous. This moment was reminiscent of the kind of spontaneous drama seen on reality television, like the Netflix Perfect Match finale.
All kinds of sentiments from tearful to hilarious were displayed and the response was overwhelmingly positive. It was the outlandish character design, people’s affection for Roald Dahl, or the unwavering support for Alan Tudyk that drew them to the post. The post was a huge success in terms of marketing. Tudyk managed to cut through the noise and put on a very appealing promotional show by focusing on one memorable feature—a heart-shaped butt. It seems his simple query, “What more do you need to know?” was, for most, a rhetorical one. The answer was abundantly clear: “Nothing at all.
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The film’s release also brings to mind other high-profile Netflix projects, such as the upcoming Netflix documentary featuring Victoria Beckham. Furthermore, the platform continues to expand its content, recently dropping a Wednesday Season 2 clip. This strategy of diverse programming even extends to unique events, like the astrological wedding of Princess Martha Louise and Shaman Durek, which sparked its own debate.