Ep 1. KABLAM! S1 E1
- October 10, 1996
- 23 min
KABLAM! S1 E1 is an animated variety show designed for children between 8 to 12 years old. The show was produced by Nickelodeon and premiered on October 11, 1996. The first episode titled "KABLAM! Presents" features two main animated segments, namely "Henry and June" and "Action League Now!" The show also has several shorter segments such as "Life with Loopy," "Prometheus and Bob," and "Sniz and Fondue."
"KABLAM! Presents" kicks off with the animated characters Henry and June, who host the show. They introduce the audience to their favorite animated characters and present snippets of their upcoming shows. The segment sets the tone for the show, which is playful, silly, and exciting.
The first episode's primary segment, "Action League Now!" is a superhero comedy show featuring a group of toys who come to life. The show parodies popular superhero shows of the time, such as the Power Rangers and Captain Planet. The segment starts with an introduction to the show's characters, who are all action figures. They include The Flesh, Thundergirl, Stinky Diver, Meltman, and their leader, Justice.
In the first episode, "Action League Now!" takes on a mission to stop the evil Doctor Friction. The team receives the mission from their computer, and they leap into action. However, the group's enthusiasm causes more chaos than good, and their attempts to stop Doctor Friction lead to several accidents and mishaps.
As the Action League Now! story unfolds, the show cuts back to Henry and June, who keeps the audience updated on the progressing story while throwing in witty jokes and remarks. The duo's commentary adds a layer of humor and lightens the mood while keeping the audience engaged.
Other shorter segments featured in the first episode include "Life with Loopy." The show is presented like a diary through the eyes of a ten-year-old girl named Loopy. Loopy's character is a bit strange and loves to mix the ordinary with the bizarre. In the first episode, Loopy's little brother Larry gets a haircut, and Loopy discovers that each strand of hair has a personality of its own.
Another short segment called "Prometheus and Bob" features an alien who tries to teach a caveman named Bob how to use various gadgets. However, Bob always ends up mishandling the tools and things always end in complete chaos.
"Sniz and Fondue" is another short sketch that features a pair of gerbils that engage in wild adventures and misadventures. In the first episode, Sniz and Fondue move to Hollywood to become famous actors but quickly realize it's harder than it seems.
Overall, "KABLAM! S1 E1" is a high-energy animated series that offers a mixture of comedy, superheroism, and some off-the-wall humor. The show's unique format keeps the episode exciting, and the blend of shorter segments keeps the audience entertained. KABLAM! season 1 episode 1 sets up an exciting introduction to the show and establishes a fun-loving tone that carries throughout the series.