Ep 1. Monster Cash!

Total Drama Action is a reality show that follows the lives of teenage contestants who are competing for a grand prize of one million dollars. In this season, the contestants have moved into an abandoned film studio where they will be competing in movie-themed challenges.

The first episode, titled "Monster Cash!" sets the stage for the season as the contestants are introduced to their new home. They arrive on a red carpet and are greeted by Chris McLean, the host of the show and a former reality TV star himself. Chris explains that they will be living in a rundown mansion that was once owned by a famous movie producer.

As the contestants settle into their new home, they quickly realize that it is haunted by a ghost. They hear strange noises and see objects moving on their own. Chris tells them that they will be doing their first challenge at night in the haunted mansion. The challenge is to collect as much fake money as possible while avoiding the ghost.

The contestants split up into teams and begin to search for the money. They encounter various obstacles such as hidden traps and false leads. The ghost continues to haunt them, making it difficult for them to collect the money. Some of the contestants begin to panic and lose focus, while others try to stay calm and think strategically.

As the challenge comes to a close, the contestants count their money and the team with the most fake cash wins. The losing team faces elimination, but before the votes are cast, Chris reveals a twist. The eliminated contestant will not be leaving the show, but rather, they will be sent to a "holding area" where they will watch the rest of the competition unfold from a distance.

The first episode of Total Drama Action, "Monster Cash!", sets the tone for the season as the contestants are introduced to their new home and the challenges they will face. It also establishes the show's trademark combination of competition, drama, and humor. With a cast of colorful characters and a unique setting, Total Drama Action promises to be a wild and entertaining ride.