Draft:Red (Angry Birds)
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| Red | |
|---|---|
| Angry Birds character | |
| First game | Angry Birds (2009) |
| Created by | Jaakko Iisalo Tuomas Erikoinen |
| Designed by | Tuomas Erikoinen |
| Voiced by | Antti Pääkkönen (2013-present) Jason Sudeikis (film series, 2016-present) |
| In-universe information | |
| Species | Cardinal |
| Gender | Male |
Red is a fictional bird who originated from and prominently appears in the Angry Birds media franchise by Rovio Entertainment.[1] First appearing in the original Angry Birds game in 2009, he has been described as the angriest in the cast as well as serving as their leader. In addition, Red serves as the mascot for both Angry Birds and Rovio Entertainment.
Concept and design
[edit]Red was created during the development of Angry Birds (2009). As with most characters in the game, he was designed as a round, limbless bird. Early concept artwork by designer Jaakko Iisalo depicted a crude design of Red, then called "George", in a role-playing setting. Red was created with no unique abilities, risking his exclusion from the game at one point.[2]
After the release of Angry Birds, Red had no official name, being informally named "the red bird" in most sources.[3] The name "Red" was used for the character's in-game profile in Angry Birds Trilogy (2012),[4] and has remained his name since then. As the Angry Birds brand grew, Red became the mascot of the franchise due to his distinct design and fiery temper.[2]
Sources conflict between which species of cardinalis Red is; some describe him as a northern cardinal[5] while the 2013 book Angry Birds: Hatching a Universe describes him as a desert cardinal.[2]
Appearances
[edit]Various official sources describe Red as "the angriest of the birds." Characterized by a notoriously short temper, he is overprotective of the eggs, which he views as the only hope for his species' survival. His wrath is invoked by anything he deems a threat to the eggs, particularly the pigs, who seek to eat them. Despite his irascibility, he also works as the de facto leader of the birds, tending to them like a parental figure.[4][2]
In the first Angry Birds video game, Red is the first character introduced to the player. He serves the role of being the most standard playable bird by having no unique abilities.[6] In November 2018, a post-launch update introduced the "Red's Mighty Feathers" episode, which is focused on Red and introduces an ability that allows him to lock onto and target enemy pigs.[7] Red would gain another unique ability in Angry Birds 2 (2015), in which he can push over structures rightwards with red sound waves.[8]
Outside of the video games, Red appears as the protagonist of The Angry Birds Movie (2016), its 2019 sequel, and its upcoming 2027 sequel.[9] In all three of the films, he is voiced by Jason Sudeikis.[10][11][12]
Merchandise
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Reception
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Legacy
[edit]In 2023, Nebraskan photographer Scott Taylor captured a photo of a cardinal that later gained notoriety for closely resembling Red.[5]
References
[edit]- ^ Bv, Praveen (7 June 2023). "After 51 Failed Games, Rovio Created Angry Birds - $1 Billion Valuation". LinkedIn. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
- ^ a b c d Danny Graydon (4 June 2013). "Red Alert!". Angry Birds: Hatching a Universe (Hardcover). Insight Editions. p. 23. ISBN 9781608872114. Retrieved 13 February 2024.
- ^ "Different Bird Types - Angry Birds Guides". IGN. 24 August 2011. Retrieved 1 May 2025.
- ^ a b Rovio Entertainment; Housemarque (25 September 2012). Angry Birds Trilogy (Xbox 360). Activision. Scene: Bird biographies.[non-primary source needed]
- ^ a b Zhang, Michael (17 January 2023). "Photographer Catches 'Angry Bird' in Real-Life". PetaPixel. Retrieved 24 May 2025.
- ^ Westaway, Luke (17 November 2010). "Angry Birds tips: Get more from your arsenal with our guide to every bird". CNET. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Rubino, Daniel (21 November 2018). "Angry Birds Classic for Windows Phone 8 adds 'Red's Mighty Feathers' episode in latest update". Windows Central. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ Parsutkar, Aditya (8 August 2024). "All birds in Angry Birds 2 and their abilities". Sportskeeda. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
- ^ Mcclintock, Pamela (8 April 2025). "'Angry Birds 3' Flying To Paramount For 2027 Release". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 8 April 2025.
- ^ Reynolds, Simon. "Angry Birds movie reveals cast: Jason Sudeikis to voice Red". Digital Spy. Retrieved 2 May 2025.
- ^ Callender, Samantha (26 December 2018). "Angry Birds Movie 2 Casts Rapper Nicki Minaj". Screen Rant. Retrieved 2 May 2025.
- ^ D'Alessasndro, Anthony (6 June 2024). "'Angry Birds Movie 3' Is Happening With Jason Sudeikis & Josh Gad Returning". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 6 June 2024.
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