The Rise of Glitch Productions: From Indie Dream to Animation Powerhouse
I’ve been following Glitch Productions since the Murder Drones trailer and pilot dropped three years ago. It caught my attention immediately, and I started researching who they were—and how they were managing to bring such fantastic, high-quality productions to life in such an indie-driven way.
Founded by brothers Kevin and Luke Lerdwichagul, Glitch started as an evolution of their existing creative projects—SMG4, Hobo Bros, and The Awesome Mario. Things really began to change when funding for Meta Runner came through, allowing their current studio format to take shape.
From Humble Beginnings
Looking back at Meta Runner and Sunset Paradise, it’s clear those early days were just the beginning. The production quality was raw, but the stories were solid and the ideas ambitious. Developing a streamlined pipeline using emerging technology is never easy, but Glitch managed to do it while building a passionate fan base along the way.
At the heart of their work was one clear goal: to create a unique voice in animation.
Keeping production in-house gave them the space to refine their tools and processes, resulting in a noticeable leap in visual quality. Teaming up with creator Liam Vickers, the Murder Drones series marked a huge step forward—both in storytelling and technical execution. The series even drew attention from major streaming platforms like Amazon, solidifying Glitch’s reputation as a serious creative force.
Breaking Into the Mainstream
Their next big success came with The Amazing Digital Circus, created in partnership with Gooseworx. This series captured mainstream attention and opened doors that had previously been closed. The show’s success led to discussions with major streamers—Netflix picked up limited runs of the series—while it continued to thrive on YouTube.
But Glitch didn’t stop there.
They launched The Gaslight District pilot, expanding their slate of original IPs and continuing to build strong connections with fans. Their commitment to audience engagement shows in everything they do—from expansive merchandise lines to fan-centered experiences like The Glitch Inn, a digital home for their community. Their presence at conventions, complete with impressive merch booths and cosplay engagement, reinforces how deeply they understand their audience.
Behind the scenes, their merchandise success has become a key driver of business growth, helping fund future productions.
Expanding Through Collaboration
With the success of The Amazing Digital Circus, Glitch entered an exciting new chapter: collaboration.
The announcement of Knights of Guinevere—their first 2D animated show—marks a bold new direction. The series teams Glitch with acclaimed creators Dana Terrace, John Bailey Owen, and Zach Marcus, and will be co-produced alongside Studio Meala in Ireland.
Even more exciting is the news from the latest Glitch Direct presentation: Glitch will be co-producing the Lackadaisy animated series. I’ve followed Lackadaisy for years, hoping to see it brought fully to life—and now, it’s finally happening. The plan for full 20-minute episodes is an incredible next step for that world and its fans.
Building the Future of Indie Animation
Glitch has built a relationship with its audience that few studios can match. They identified a gap in the animation market and filled it—not just through storytelling, but by creating a sustainable ecosystem for indie creators.
With their new merchandising and support arm, FinalFinal_Project, they’re now positioned to help other independent productions bring their visions to life—both creatively and financially.
It’s exciting to see what’s next for this forward-thinking studio.
If you haven’t already checked out Glitch Productions, make sure you visit their YouTube channel.