Mike Tyson is well known for his brawn, but Cartoon Network's Adult Swim programming will highlight another facet of the man's success. Mike Tyson Mysteries will see a crime solving Mike Tyson imbued with magical abilities and partnering with a street wise pigeon.
According to Wired, Adult Swim revealed its schedule for programming a few days ahead of the major networks. Other premiering series include Hot Package (a spoof Canadian entertainment news show) and Your Pretty Face is Going to Hell (a cartoon about a demon climbing the corporate ladder).
Mike Tyson Mysteries is definitely the most notable addition. Turner's website lays out the premise for the show. It will feature the actual voice of Tyson and his face tattoo will imbue him with magical abilities. The show will also include live action instances of the star boxer.
As reported by Deadspin, Adult Swim risks some backlash for the decision to feature Tyson, a convicted rapist, so heavily in their line up.