Ep 4. The Neon Phantom of the Roller Disco
- September 22, 1979
- 21 min
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7.0 (104)
Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo season 1 episode 4, "The Neon Phantom of the Roller Disco," follows the gang as they head to a local roller disco to investigate strange occurrences. The disco's owner, Red Herring, believes that the establishment is haunted by the Neon Phantom, a ghost who terrorizes customers and employees alike.
Upon arriving at the roller disco, the gang meets Red Herring and several other employees, including a young skater named Cindy who claims to have witnessed the Neon Phantom firsthand. The gang splits up to search for clues, with Shaggy and Scooby scouring the snack bar and Fred, Daphne, and Velma investigating the disco's main hall.
While searching the snack bar, Scooby and Shaggy encounter the Neon Phantom, who chases them through the disco's many rooms and hallways. Meanwhile, Fred, Daphne, and Velma discover that the Neon Phantom's ghostly sightings may be caused by a new neon lighting system installed in the disco. The group deduces that the lighting is creating illusions and shadows that make it seem as though there is a ghost haunting the disco.
As the gang regroups and discusses their findings, they are interrupted by the Neon Phantom once again. Chased through the disco, the gang eventually corners the phantom, unmasking him to reveal that he was Red Herring all along. Red Herring, it turns out, had been using the myth of the Neon Phantom to scare off potential buyers and keep the roller disco for himself.
"The Neon Phantom of the Roller Disco" is a fun and lighthearted episode of Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo. The classic mystery-solving hijinks and goofy humor that make the show so beloved are on full display, as are the bright colors and vibrant animation that have become a hallmark of the franchise. Fans of the show will enjoy seeing their favorite characters in action once again, while newcomers will find plenty to enjoy as well. The episode's roller-disco setting adds a touch of nostalgia, making it a perfect choice for audiences of all ages.
