ComingSoon is debuting an exclusive Firebuds clip from the Disney Junior animated series. The clip features comedian and actor Patton Oswalt playing the role of Duke the Duckbus in the newest episodes, titled “Shelter Island/Escape from Shelter Island.” The episodes, which will also feature guest stars José Andrés and Padma Lakshmi, are set to premiere on Thursday, May 4 at 10:00 a.m. ET on Disney Channel and at 12:55 p.m. ET on Disney Junior.
“In ‘Shelter Island,’ when a flood hits Gearbox Grove, the Firebuds join Food First Responders, Chef Al and Chef Pavani, and Duke the Duckbus on their mission to deliver meals to evacuees at the town recreation center,” reads the first episode’s synopsis. “Then, in ‘Escape from Shelter Island,’ as water levels rise at the shelter, the Firebuds must find a way for the evacuees to escape.”
Check out the exclusive Firebuds clip below (watch more clips and trailers):
Firebuds stars Declan Whaley, Vivian Vencer, Jecobi Swain, Terrence Little Gardenhigh, Lily Sanfelippo, and Caleb Paddock. It guest stars Padma Lakshmi, Melissa Rauch, Oscar Nuñez, José Andrés, Pamela Adlon, Lauren “Lolo” Spencer, and more.
“Set in a fantastical world where talking vehicles live, work and play with the humans who drive them, Firebuds follows a boy and his firetruck as they team up with their first responder friends to help others in their community with problems, both big and small,” reads the series’ official synopsis. “Whether rescuing a young car that’s stuck in a tree, tracking down lost Dalmatian puppies or helping their neighbors stock up on emergency supplies during a blackout, the Firebuds highlight the importance of teamwork and helping your fellow citizens.”