When are we getting a Phil Hartman voiced character?
You answered your own question- yes, we want him- doubtful because he has passed
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Having worked for 2 studios in the past, here would be the bottom line:
McClure and Huntz could and should be added to the game.
They would not be voiced.
Hartman most likely had a clause in his contract allowing the use of previously recorded lines for Simpsons merchandise. It would have remained in play even after death as it probably stipulated a certain time period after the most recent contract revision. Since it is now more than 16 years since his murder, that time period would have long since expired.
Design on the McClure figure would not have started before 2000. It takes anywhere from 12-24 months for a product to get through concept, design, production and distribution. (Also worked as a sculptor for a toy design firm for a while.)
EA's policy for character voices seems to keep to only the five main actors who voice the core group. who probably already have stipulations in their contracts. Other actors are never used as they would require a special contract be drawn up just for this game and would demand more money. Since this is a fermium game, EA could never justify the added expense.
McClure and Huntz could and should be added to the game.
They would not be voiced.
Hartman most likely had a clause in his contract allowing the use of previously recorded lines for Simpsons merchandise. It would have remained in play even after death as it probably stipulated a certain time period after the most recent contract revision. Since it is now more than 16 years since his murder, that time period would have long since expired.
Design on the McClure figure would not have started before 2000. It takes anywhere from 12-24 months for a product to get through concept, design, production and distribution. (Also worked as a sculptor for a toy design firm for a while.)
EA's policy for character voices seems to keep to only the five main actors who voice the core group. who probably already have stipulations in their contracts. Other actors are never used as they would require a special contract be drawn up just for this game and would demand more money. Since this is a fermium game, EA could never justify the added expense.
