Fox’s Son of Zorn Is a comedy that has been quick to catch a lot of people’s attention, not just due to the talent behind the program, but also because of the unique animated/live-action approach that the series takes.

Zorn is a perfect example of taking a traditional sitcom idea and re-inventing it in a bold, creative new way. The series may still be establishing itself and making its mighty presence known, but something already clear is how great a job Johnny Pemberton (21 Jump Street, Peanut and Pickle) is doing as Zorn’s beleaguered, awkward son, Alan(gulon). With Son of Zorn’s first season still in its infancy, I got the opportunity to talk with Johnny about sitcom archetypes, serialization, and what would be the best animated body part to have.

DEN OF GEEK: Son of Zorn seems to hit a lot of familiar sitcom territory, but in some very new, exciting ways. What do you think a show like Zorn is trying to say?

JOHNNY PEMBERTON: I think you’re right about it that it’s familiar–almost pattern familiar. Maybe it’s even kind of mocking those particular tropes. I think it’s saying, “Watch this and then buy the products that are advertised during the commercials. Laugh a lot, too. Laugh a lot while you’re watching.”