Netflix's Animated Steampunk Western 'Bass X Machina' Premieres Nov. 3, 2026
The series reimagines lawman Bass Reeves in an alternate steampunk frontier, with Brian Tyree Henry voicing Bass and Janelle Monáe as Glory.
Netflix's animated steampunk Western series Bass X Machina will premiere on Nov. 3, 2026, according to movieweb.com. The show is set in an alternate steampunk frontier and reimagines lawman Bass Reeves.
Brian Tyree Henry voices Bass, and Janelle Monáe voices Glory. The series is created and showrun by LeSean Thomas, with Studio Mir handling animation.
Further details about the series, including additional cast and episode count, have not been announced.
Background
The announcement follows other genre adaptations: Prime Video's Fallout adaptation blended retro-futuristic technology, dark humor and a Western tone. Fallout Season 2 premiered in December 2025, and Season 3 has been confirmed with filming underway.
Quick answers
When does Bass X Machina premiere on Netflix?
Bass X Machina is set to premiere on Netflix on Nov. 3, 2026.
Who voices the main characters in Bass X Machina?
Brian Tyree Henry voices Bass, and Janelle Monáe voices Glory.
Who is the creator and showrunner of Bass X Machina?
LeSean Thomas is the creator and showrunner, with Studio Mir handling animation.