Ep 36. The Trouble With Darwin
- January 1, 1970
- 23 min
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7.0 (6)
The Wild Thornberrys season 3 episode 36, "The Trouble With Darwin," follows the adventurous and curious Thornberry family as they explore the wildlife in remote parts of the world. This episode centers around the family's pet chimpanzee, Darwin, and the challenges he faces in trying to fit in with his own kind.
As the Thornberrys travel through a dense jungle, Darwin becomes fascinated with a group of wild chimpanzees they come across. He desperately wants to join them and be accepted into their community, but the other chimpanzees view him as different and reject him.
Feeling rejected and alone, Darwin becomes increasingly distressed and starts to act out. He wreaks havoc on the Thornberry's camp, causing damage and chaos. The family struggles to understand Darwin's behavior and how to help him.
Meanwhile, Eliza Thornberry, the family's youngest member, is determined to help Darwin. She uses her special ability to communicate with animals to try and bridge the gap between him and the wild chimpanzees. However, as she tries to bring them together, she realizes there may be more to the situation than meets the eye.
As the episode unfolds, the Thornberry family faces a number of challenges, from repairing their damaged camp to helping Darwin find a way to fit in with his own kind. Through it all, they learn the importance of acceptance and understanding, both for themselves and for the creatures they encounter on their travels.
"The Trouble With Darwin" is a heartwarming and thought-provoking episode that showcases the beauty and complexity of the natural world. As always, The Wild Thornberrys delivers thrilling adventure and meaningful life lessons, making it a beloved classic for audiences of all ages.