History of Mythic Quest in Timeline

Mythic Quest is a comedy series on Apple TV+ created by Charlie Day, Megan Ganz, and Rob McElhenney. The show centers on the chaotic workplace dynamics within a fictional video game studio responsible for the immensely popular MMORPG, Mythic Quest. It explores the egos, conflicts, and creative processes involved in developing and maintaining a successful video game, blending humor with insightful commentary on the gaming industry and workplace culture.

August 9, 2018: Apple Orders Mythic Quest Series

On August 9, 2018, Apple gave a series order to Mythic Quest, a new half-hour comedy series written by Rob McElhenney, Megan Ganz, and Charlie Day.

March 2019: Filming of Mythic Quest Season 1 Concludes

Filming of the first season of Mythic Quest concluded by March 2019.

June 10, 2019: Mythic Quest Trailer Presented at Ubisoft's E3 2019

On June 10, 2019, Rob McElhenney presented a trailer for Mythic Quest at Ubisoft's E3 2019 press conference, announcing its premiere in the fall of 2019.

December 18, 2019: Mythic Quest Premiere Date Announced

On December 18, 2019, it was announced that Mythic Quest would premiere on February 7, 2020.

January 2020: Mythic Quest Renewed for Season 2

In January 2020, Mythic Quest was renewed for a second season, ahead of its first season premiere.

February 7, 2020: Mythic Quest Premieres

On February 7, 2020, the series Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet, created by Charlie Day, Megan Ganz, and Rob McElhenney, premiered on Apple TV+.

May 2020: "Quarantine" Special Episode Release

In May 2020, a special episode of Mythic Quest titled "Quarantine" was released.

May 22, 2020: "Quarantine" Special Episode Released

On May 22, 2020, a special episode of Mythic Quest titled "Quarantine" focusing on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic was released.

November 2020: Mythic Quest Season 2 Production Suspended Due to COVID-19

In November 2020, production of the second season of Mythic Quest was suspended after positive COVID-19 tests of production team members.

February 2021: McElhenney Discusses F. Murray Abraham's Role Amid Pandemic

During a Mythic Quest panel at the Television Critics Association's Winter Press Tour in February 2021, McElhenney discussed F. Murray Abraham's role, stating that Abraham's character would continue working remotely for the first few episodes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

March 2021: COVID-19 Outbreak on Mythic Quest Crew

By March 2021, a total of 26 crew members of Mythic Quest contracted COVID-19, making it "the worst outbreak of any show in Los Angeles".

April 2021: "Everlight" Special Episode Release

In April 2021, a second special episode of Mythic Quest titled "Everlight" was released.

April 16, 2021: "Everlight" Special Episode Released

On April 16, 2021, the second special episode of Mythic Quest titled "Everlight" was released prior to the second season premiere.

May 7, 2021: Mythic Quest Season 2 Premieres

On May 7, 2021, the second season of Mythic Quest premiered, with episodes released weekly.

May 2021: Mythic Quest Season 2 Premieres

In May 2021, the second season of Mythic Quest premiered.

June 2021: Tears of the Anaren Released as Ebook and Audiobook

In June 2021, Tears of the Anaren, inspired by the short story mentioned in the episode "Backstory!", was released on Apple Books as an ebook and an audiobook narrated by C.W. Longbottom (F. Murray Abraham) and Ian Grimm (Rob McElhenney).

October 2021: Mythic Quest Renewed for Seasons 3 and 4

In October 2021, Mythic Quest was renewed for a third and fourth season.

April 2022: F. Murray Abraham Exits Mythic Quest

In April 2022, F. Murray Abraham exited Mythic Quest and did not return for the third season after allegations of sexual misconduct.

November 11, 2022: Mythic Quest Season 3 Premieres

On November 11, 2022, the third season of Mythic Quest premiered with an expanded episode order of ten episodes.

November 2022: Mythic Quest Season 3 Premieres

In November 2022, the third season of Mythic Quest premiered.

December 2022: Apple TV+ Orders Mere Mortals Companion Series

In December 2022, Apple TV+ ordered Mere Mortals, an eight-episode companion series to Mythic Quest, created and written by Ashly Burch, John Howell Harris and Katie McElhenney. The series was later renamed to Side Quest.