Television enthusiasts will find themselves in a brief wait as a popular animated series, Smiling Friends, skips a week without airing a new Halloween episode. This quirky comedy, which has captured a loyal following, airs weekly on Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim and will have its upcoming Season 3, Episode 4 delayed by a week.
Instead of its usual Sunday airing, fans can expect to see the Halloween-themed episode, titled “Curse of the Green Halloween Witch,” on November 2. This brief hiatus is not uncommon in the world of TV, as shows often take breaks to manage production schedules or prolong viewer engagement. However, the timing of this delay raises eyebrows, especially given that the episode centers around Halloween events, including a power outage at the Smiling Friends’ office and the character Glep becoming possessed.
Despite some fan disappointment, particularly since many shows aim to air Halloween specials close to the holiday, Smiling Friends’ viewers have become accustomed to its unconventional scheduling. For instance, Season 1’s “A Silly Halloween Special” premiered in January 2022, while Season 2 featured a notably eerie episode titled “Erm, the Boss Finds Love?” in May 2024.
Interestingly, the November 2 release offers a fresh perspective, allowing fans to enjoy Halloween-themed content even after the holiday has passed. Smiling Friends airs Sundays at 11:30 p.m. ET on Cartoon Network/Adult Swim, with episodes made available on HBO Max the following Monday morning. The series continues to carve out its unique space in the animated landscape, reminding us that Halloween fun can come at any time of the year.