Rescue Heroes (TV series)

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Rescue Heroes
Rescue Heroes TV Series Logo.jpg
Created by Fisher-Price
Developed by Nelvana
Starring Norm Spencer
Lenore Zann
Martin Roach
Joseph Motiki
Lisa Messinger
Deborah Odell
Rod Wilson
Country of originCanada
China (Season 1 only)
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons3
No. of episodes39 ( 59 segments )
Production
Executive producersMicheal Hirsh
Patrick Loubert
Clive A. Smith
James Wang
Running time22 minutes
Production companies Nelvana
Hong Guang Animation
Original release
Network Teletoon
ReleaseOctober 2, 1999 (1999-10-02) 
December 18, 2002 (2002-12-18)

Rescue Heroes is an animated adventure television series produced by Nelvana. Based on the Fisher-Price toy line of the same name, the television series tracks the adventures of a team of emergency responders who rescue people from various disasters. [1]

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The series premiered in Canada on Teletoon on October 2, 1999, and ran for three seasons. On November 18, 2003, a film titled Rescue Heroes: The Movie was released, but became a final episode for the series. [2] In the United States, the series aired on both CBS, as part of the CBS Kidshow from 1999 to 2000; and The WB, as part of Kids' WB, from 2001 to 2003. Repeats aired on Qubo in 2009 until it ceased in 2021.

Overview

Rescue Heroes focuses on a group of rescue personnel who aim to save lives around the world from both natural and man-made disasters.

The headquarters, also known as the Mountain Action Command Center, is where team leader Billy Blazes, along with team members Wendy Waters, Jake Justice, Jack Hammer, Ariel Flyer, and Rocky Canyon, reside. Calls for help come into the command center through Warren Waters, the director and chief dispatcher of the Rescue Heroes.

The television series aims to show how to handle emergency situations, as well as how to deal with personal issues, such as disagreements. At the end of most episodes the Rescue Heroes would give safety tips and discuss how to handle the conflict presented in the episode. The episode would then usually conclude with the motto "Think like a Rescue Hero, think safe."

Characters

Main

Secondary

  • Aiden Assist (voiced by) – Paramedic.
  • Al Pine (voiced by Edward Glen) – Arctic Rescue Specialist, with his St. Bernard, Windchill.
  • Ben Choppin (voiced by Robert Bockstael) – Lumberjack.
  • Bill Barker (voiced by Kent Sheridan) – Ground Patrol Specialist and K-9 Unit.
  • Bob Buoy – Scuba Diver and Submarine Operator.
  • Bob Sled (voiced by Andrew Sabiston) – Arctic Rescue Specialist and Snowmobile Operator.
  • Brandon Irons – Cowboy.
  • Captain Cuffs (voiced by) – Police Officer.
  • Cliff Hanger (voiced by Adrian Hough) – Birdwing Operator and Hang glider.
  • Gil Gripper (voiced by Paul Essiembre) – Scuba Diver and Jet Ski Operator.
  • Hal E. Copter (voiced by Tony Daniels) – Heli-pack Operator.
  • Kenny Ride (voiced by Richard Yearwood) – Bicycle Police Officer.
  • Matt Medic (voiced by Andrew Pifko) – Physician.
  • Maureen Biologist (voiced by Jane Luk [15] ) – Ocean Rescue Specialist and Safety Diver.
  • Pat Pending (voiced by Donald Burda) – Chief Equipment Designer of the Rescue Heroes.
  • Perry Chute (voiced by James Rankin) – Parachuter.
  • Rip Rockefeller (voiced by Cathal J. Dodd) – Construction Worker and Mountaineer.
  • Rock Miner – Safety Spelunker.
  • Roger Houston (voiced by Christopher Earle) – Astronaut and Communications Officer.
  • Sam Sparks (voiced by Vince Corazza) – Firefighter.
  • Sandy Beach (voiced by Jesse Collins) – Lifeguard and Surfing Specialist.
  • Sergeant Siren (voiced by Dean McDermott) – Police Sergeant.
  • Seymour Wilde (voiced by Cedric Smith) – Animal Wrangler.
  • Warren Waters (voiced by John Bourgeois) – Director and Chief Dispatcher; also the father of Wendy Waters.
  • Willy Stop (voiced by Paul Haddad) – Traffic Officer and Crowd Control Specialist.

Episodes

Series overview

SeasonEpisodesOriginally aired
First airedLast aired
Pilot April 7, 1998 (1998-04-07)
1 13October 2, 1999 (1999-10-02)January 29, 2000 (2000-01-29)
2 13July 21, 2001 (2001-07-21)November 28, 2001 (2001-11-28)
3 13September 11, 2002 (2002-09-11)December 18, 2002 (2002-12-18)

Pilot (1998)

TitleOriginal release date
Lava AlarmApril 7, 1998 (1998-04-07)

A volcano is about to erupt off the coast at Paradise Point. Professor Noah Lott, a naturalist, and his wife are camped close to the volcano while their kids are also exploring, far from safety. It is up to the Rescue Heroes to save the family before it is too late.

Note: This episode never aired on television and was only released on VHS and DVD.

Season 1 (1999–2000)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleOriginal air date
11"Peril on the Peaks"October 2, 1999 (1999-10-02)
During a fire rescue, Rocky Canyon is overly zealous and takes matters into his own hands, ignoring the team plan, and inadvertently putting the others at risk. The Rescue Heroes express the importance and safety of sticking to the plan, and of being a team player. Later, the Rescue Heroes are called in to rescue mountain climbers faced with a fierce, unexpected storm, and subsequent avalanche. Rocky relies on the team plan, and the Rescue Heroes successfully come to the aid of the mountain climbers.
22"El Niño"October 9, 1999 (1999-10-09)
On a remote South American island, unexpected torrential rains cause a volcano filled with water to burst, sending a mudslide heading toward the town below. As the Rescue Heroes come to the town's aid, Jake Justice is faced with an elderly man who insists on relying on an ancient legend to save them.
33"Tidal Wave"October 16, 1999 (1999-10-16)
An earthquake off the coast of South America creates an enormous tidal wave threatening oceanographers in the area, an oil derrick home to several workers, and the entire population of Chile. Wendy Waters, with the assistance of Gil Gripper, must strategically place a detonation device beneath the ocean's surface to help stop the tidal wave before it wipes out the entire area. Unfortunately, she is ill at ease with underwater rescues because of a scuba diving incident in her past. For the sake of the rescue, Wendy faces her fear by trusting the training of Gil, so that she can deal with the situation at hand.
44"Twister"October 23, 1999 (1999-10-23)
During a tornado which sweeps across his hometown, Rocky Canyon is desperate to protect a hot rod, which has sentimental value, from the devastation of the twister. Unfortunately, his childhood nemesis, who continues to antagonize him at every opportunity, is in need of rescuing as well.
55"Electrical Storm"November 6, 1999 (1999-11-06)
An electrical storm throws a town into mayhem as the lightning knocks out power and phone lines, causing fires to erupt, as well as explosions on volatile power plants. During their rescues, the Rescue Heroes are faced with multiple issues that must be overcome, and they are reminded that they must persevere.
66"Meteor"November 13, 1999 (1999-11-13)
After Wendy has a close call and gets injured during a rescue, she obliges the wishes of her father, Warren Waters, to recuperate in the Space Command Center (aka "The Hexagon") so that they can spend some time together. During her time there, a meteor shower strikes The Hexagon on its way to Earth, and, as the other Rescue Heroes tend to the devastation on Earth, Wendy works alongside her father to tend to the damage aboard The Hexagon. Warren suggests that Wendy transfer to The Hexagon, where she can enter the Space Training Program and be closer to him. Wendy would rather be stationed on Earth, battling fires and other disasters to help rescue those in need, so she is faced with the difficult task of telling her father that she wants something different for herself than what he wants for her.
77"Arctic Spill"November 20, 1999 (1999-11-20)
The hull of an oil tanker takes a beating from the barrage of massive icebergs in the Arctic until it is ripped apart, causing a major oil spill. The Rescue Heroes utilize the expertise of Jack Hammer to do an underwater construction and repair. The task proves more difficult and time-consuming than Jack had anticipated, and he learns that it is more harmful than helpful to push himself too hard to get a job done when it can still be accomplished with the help of others.
88"When it Rains, it Pours"December 4, 1999 (1999-12-04)
When the media hear about Ariel's heroic rescue of a trapped hiker during a forest fire, she is approached by a National Safety Council to become a Spokesperson for Safety. Ariel agrees, since she would love to educate others on safety. Unfortunately, the seminars would take her away from being a Rescue Hero. During a flash flood, it becomes apparent to Ariel that her skills are desperately needed, and that being a Rescue Hero is where she can provide the most help.
99"Cave In"December 11, 1999 (1999-12-11)
Rocky's former professor becomes trapped in a tunnel.
1010"The Fire of Field 13"December 18, 1999 (1999-12-18)
The Rescue Heroes are called in to assist local firefighters with a massive forest fire that is heading directly for several natural gas wells. Billy Blazes comes to the aide of his brother, Bobby, who has a difficult time controlling his anger when it comes to handling the fire, therefore putting himself and others in danger.
1111"Four Alarm Fire and Brimstone"January 15, 2000 (2000-01-15)
A neighborhood kid accidentally sets fire to Jake's former "little brother" Nick's house. Jake and the Rescue Heroes are called to assist local authorities. The house is damaged and will take time to repair, so Jake offers the Mountain Action Command Center as a temporary home to the family. When Nick stows away on the Hyperjet, he inadvertently causes serious complications during a rescue mission on an active volcano.
1212"Storm of the Century: Part 1"January 22, 2000 (2000-01-22)
A huge cold air mass occurs, causing storms throughout North America. Billy encounters his father when he is called on a rescue mission in his hometown, Quebec. Later, Billy and his father are stuck in the Hyperjet and must put their differences behind them so they can find a way to get out of the situation.
1313"Storm of the Century: Part 2"January 29, 2000 (2000-01-29)
Billy's father comes to accept the choice Billy has made in his life to help others. They work together and try to get out of a dangerous situation.

Season 2 (2001)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleOriginal air date
141"Wildfire / White Wall of Terror"July 21, 2001 (2001-07-21)

A wildfire in an African Wildlife Reserve threatens to destroy the entire area.


Rocky's day on the slopes of Colorado turns into a rescue mission when two teens are buried underneath an avalanche. He, along with Al Pine, will have to face an unstable mountain in order to save the two teenagers.
152"Rock Star on the Rocks / Last Stop – Disaster"July 28, 2001 (2001-07-28)

The Rescue Heroes battle a fierce storm and wild animals to rescue a rock star and her dad, whose plane has crashed in a remote mountain area.


The Rescue Heroes must save passengers on a runaway Japanese Bullet Train.
163"Houston, We Have a Problem / Trapped Beneath the Sea"August 4, 2001 (2001-08-04)

Roger Houston feels more like a benchwarmer instead of a Rescue Hero as he watches yet another rescue from space. This will change when an out-of-control satellite threatens to hit earth and inflict disaster.


While Rocky is trying to solve a puzzle as part of his training, a submarine and a cruise ship collide at sea. The Rescue Heroes are called in to get the sailors out from the submarine trapped on the ocean's floor and put out the fire on the sinking cruise ship.
174"Underwater Nightmare / Eye of the Storm"August 11, 2001 (2001-08-11)

A boy will have to face his fear of swimming when a marine zoo starts to collapse after an underwater volcano becomes active. The Rescue Heroes will have to save both human and aquatic life before the disaster hits.


A boy who idolizes the Rescue Heroes learns that heroes come in all shapes and sizes. His father, the town sheriff, will assist Billy when his son needs to be rescued during a hurricane. His father learns a lesson as well: that the Rescue Heroes are not what he originally perceived.
185"High Anxiety / Canyon Catastrophe"August 18, 2001 (2001-08-18)

Wendy's competitive nature gets the best of her and she jeopardizes a rescue when she tries to prove to Billy that she can do anything he can.

Note: "High Anxiety" was originally aired as "Terror in the Tower". However, after the 9/11 attacks, it was changed to "High Anxiety".


Three teen mountain bikers get more than they bargained for when they decide to ride trails that are off limits in the Grand Canyon. A boy, who was deemed chicken by the teens, will assist the Rescue Heroes in rescuing the teens.
196"Mayhem in the Mist / Sibling Blowout"August 25, 2001 (2001-08-25)

Chaos occurs when fog causes a pileup in England. An injury makes Billy realize that being a good leader also means knowing when to hand over the reins.


Jack is having problems dealing with his sister, Jill, after he learns that she became a firefighter. It isn't until they work as a team to cap one that he understands her passion.
207"Smokejumpers"September 1, 2001 (2001-09-01)
A raging forest fire threatens to consume a national forest and a nearby town.
218"Edge of Disaster / Flood of Fear"September 26, 2001 (2001-09-26)

Rocky gets a chance to prove he is more than just a rookie when he leads a rescue expedition on the world's most dangerous peak.


Jake and Jack become at odds when Jack's joking becomes too much for Jake. However, after Jake sees how Jack uses humor to defuse a situation during a flood in a small town, he begins to appreciate Jack's humor.
229"Summertime Twister / The Chilling Championship"October 24, 2001 (2001-10-24)

A twister hits a campground, putting people in danger, including one girl's younger sister.


The Rescue Heroes must save a team of high school basketball players when their bus plunges into an icy river.
2310"Flashback to Danger"November 7, 2001 (2001-11-07)
When Rocky's mistake during a rescue almost costs a life, he decides to quit the Rescue Heroes. In an effort to make him stay, Billy tells Rocky the story about the only other Rescue Hero that decided to quit.
2411"Tidal Wave of Pride / A Whale of an Adventure"November 14, 2001 (2001-11-14)

A tidal wave threatens the lives of a seaside community during an "extreme sports" weekend.


Bill Barker does not want to do circus training; he would rather stick to strength training. However, he learns that circus training is just as important as strength training during a water rescue.
2512"Shake Up in the Jungle / Lights, Camera, – Destruction!"November 21, 2001 (2001-11-21)

A group of students, along with their professor, get trapped in the Venezuelan jungle after an earthquake.


A Hollywood star tries to emulate the Rescue Heroes in order to prepare for a role in his upcoming film. When the Rescue Heroes are called to help local authorities handle a mudslide, the actor interferes with the mission.
2613"Rescue Robots / Race to the Finish"November 28, 2001 (2001-11-28)

When Pat Pending unveils the new Rescue Robot, Billy does not approve. Later, Billy becomes trapped in a cave and only the Rescue Robot can save him.


Al Pine and Bill Barker compete in a dog sled race. When a man in the race tries to cheat in order to win, he discovers that cheating does not always end with desirable results.

Season 3 (2002)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleOriginal air date
271"Heroes"September 11, 2002 (2002-09-11)
The Rescue Heroes attend a conference where they honor various rescue teams that they have encountered. Meanwhile, Billy is nervous about his turn and anything that can go wrong does go wrong.
282"Ultimate Ride / The Newest Rescue Hero"September 18, 2002 (2002-09-18)

When Pat introduces the new ultimate robot vehicle, Jake has difficulty trying to operate it. Because of this, he decides to give up trying and stick to using his motorcycle. However, when Jack is injured during a rescue and is unable to operate the ultimate robot vehicle, he has no choice but to use it in order to complete the mission.


Jack thinks he's doing his sister, Jill, a favor when he gets her a spot on the Rescue Heroes.
293"Blackout / Fire Down Under"September 25, 2002 (2002-09-25)

When a city is plunged into darkness, Billy calls out the Night Force. Billy, Jake, and Sam Sparks descend into a subway system to rescue trapped passengers; meanwhile Aidan Assist, Sergeant Siren, and Willy Stop help land a crippled plane on a city street.


A series of wildfires rage out of control in New South Wales, Australia, forcing people to evacuate their homes while threatening to destroy wildlife and their habitats.
304"Up, Up and Uh-Oh / Fiery Differences"October 2, 2002 (2002-10-02)

When Avery Ator neglects to perform routine maintenance on his biplane, the flaps get stuck during an airshow. Ariel, along with the other Rescue Heroes, must rescue him before his plane crashes.


Two neighbors embroiled in an argument don't realize that their entire town could go up in flames if a forest fire hits a nearby gas station.
315"On Thin Ice / Peril in Peru"October 23, 2002 (2002-10-23)

After a massive snowfall, the Rescue Heroes must evacuate residents of a Seniors' Center before the building collapses. Later, Al discovers that his niece and nephew have gone missing. Al, along with the other Rescue Heroes, will have to rescue them, as well as their horse, from a frozen lake.


Ariel and Rock Miner must rescue a trapped archeologist in a booby-trapped tomb.
326"In the Driver's Seat"October 30, 2002 (2002-10-30)
A car crash and an explosion cause fiery oil to run into a sewer, causing the faucets and hoses to shoot fire.
337"For Better or Curse / Bat's Life"November 6, 2002 (2002-11-06)

When the Rescue Heroes have to go underwater to save an eccentric treasure hunter trapped in a sunken pirate's ship, Rocky is convinced that it is an ancient curse that is making the rescue difficult.


When an oil drill accidentally pierces a salt vein in a seabed, seawater dissolves through and floods nearby stalactite caves while trapping a mother and daughter inside.
348"The Royal Rescue Hero / Foul Weather Friends"November 13, 2002 (2002-11-13)

After saving a princess, Rocky is asked to be a safety officer for the kingdom.


Two boys wander off into a forest where a hurricane occurs.
359"Quake Me When It's Over"November 20, 2002 (2002-11-20)
Wendy is sent back in time to the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and must perform rescues without any modern equipment.
3610"Rock and a Hard Place / Cruise into Danger"November 27, 2002 (2002-11-27)

A rock climber feels that he has no need for any weather training. When he does a solo mountain climb, he gets caught in a deadly storm and Rocky must get to him before the elements do.


A floating high school encounters a deadly cyclone and other hazards while cruising the South Seas. A doubtful boy will realize that he has something important to contribute when faced with a deadly challenge.
3711"Not on This Planet / Tunnel Vision"December 4, 2002 (2002-12-04)

A spaceship that a group of students are studying accidentally lifts off, sending them into orbit. They will have to put their differences aside and work as a team to make it back to Earth.


When a semi-truck carrying explosive material explodes in an underwater tunnel, the Rescue Heroes are called into action.
3812"Alone for the Holidays"December 11, 2002 (2002-12-11)
Rocky feels sorry for himself when he learns that he has drawn "Holiday Duty". A rescue and journey with an Eskimo woman and her son will help him find the true meaning of the holidays.
3913"Going with the Wind / A Bridge too Frail"December 18, 2002 (2002-12-18)

When the Santa Ana winds travel across Catalina Island, havoc occurs. Perry Chute and Rip Rockefeller go after a stray hang glider, Ariel and Rocky rescue a stray windsurfer, and Gil Gripper helps two boys aboard their catamaran.


A rockslide sets off a sequence of events near the El Chorro Gorge in Spain. Rocky is appointed team leader; however, his unorthodox decisions lead some of the other Rescue Heroes to question if he's the right person for the job.

Broadcast and home media

Rescue Heroes premiered in Canada on Teletoon on October 2, 1999, until its final episode (as a film) aired on November 18, 2003. It ran for three seasons. In the United States, the series aired on both CBS, as part of the CBS Kidshow from 1999 to 2000; and Kids' WB, from 2001 to 2003.[ citation needed ] Occasionally, it aired on Toonzai/Vortexx in the early 2010s. Repeats aired on Qubo in 2009 until it ceased in 2021.

In the 2000s, Fisher-Price released all volumes on VHS with the episode "Lava Alarm", Fisher-Price released volumes on DVD under the title "Adventure Collection".[ citation needed ]

As of 2023, the series is currently streaming on NBC's Peacock service.

Revival series

Rescue Heroes
2019 Rescue Heroes Characters And Logo.jpg
Created by Fisher-Price
Developed byFisher-Price
Written byDerek Pietras [16]
StarringJason Paquettee
Wellington Saygbay
Patrick Pedraza
Giorgio Cavalli
Peter Kim
Stephanie McKeon Riabko
Nzinga Blake
Katherin Kennard
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes14
Production
Running time5 minutes
Production companyFisher-Price
Original release
Network YouTube
ReleaseApril 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)

On April 16, 2019, Fisher-Price revived the Rescue Heroes series exclusively for YouTube. Each five minute episode aired on Fisher-Price's YouTube channel. [17]

The revival introduced several new characters while maintaining two characters from the original TV show – Billy Blazes and Rocky Canyon.

Characters

Episodes

No.TitleOriginal release date
1"Earthquake in Africa"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
An earthquake has rocked southern Africa, derailing a train on a bridge and leaving passengers stranded. The Rescue Heroes use teamwork and a transforming firetruck to save the day.
2"Sub Down Under"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
Scientists on a submarine near the Great Barrier Reef lose power and become trapped underwater. Sandy O'Shin, Reed Vitals, and Carlos Kitbash come to the rescue, saving both the scientists and the endangered coral reef.
3"Tornado of Fire"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
The Rescue Heroes are called to put out a wildfire that is swirling through the countryside. Forrest Fuego uses his advanced knowledge of forest fires to create a firebreak and Rocky learns the value of teamwork.
4"The Great Big Wave"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
The Rescue Heroes leap into action when they learn that a city in Sri Lanka has been hit with a tsunami. Sky learns to take the lead and Sandy helps some baby sea turtles get back home.
5"Facing Your Fears"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
The Rescue Heroes are off to Colombia to help a town in need. Forrest has a fear of water. Later, he learns how to face his fears and manages to swim safely in the ocean, rescuing those in need.
6"Calm Under Pressure"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
The Rescue Heroes go to England to help people in need. Carlos uses his new invention M.A.N.N.I.E. to help save people and learns how to stay calm when he is frustrated.
7"Lava on the Loose!"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
The Rescue Heroes are off to Costa Rica to help people in need. Both Carlos and Sky learn the importance of sharing and getting along with the team.
8"Tornado Alley!"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
Billy and the Rescue Heroes are called to the midwestern United States to help as a tornado creates a path of destruction through a major city. Sandy learns that she has valuable skills on the land as well as the sea.
9"The Iceberg and Oil Spill"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
The Rescue Heroes respond to a sinking oil tanker which has created a massive oil spill in an Arctic waterway. They must rescue sailors, clean up the oil, and help save some feathery friends along the way.
10"Billy Blazes Gets Sick!"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
The Rescue Heroes are off to The Great Wall of China. Billy learns it is just as important to take care of yourself as it is for you to take care of others.
11"The Maze!"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
The Rescue Heroes explore an ancient maze, which is filled with tunnels, in order to rescue archeologists. Meanwhile, Sky learns how to overcome a personal obstacle of her own.
12"Rescue in the Desert"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
The Rescue Heroes are called to the Sahara Desert to rescue a group of athletes. Reed learns to speak up more so he can help his team be the best they can be.
13"Learning to Make Friends"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
The Rescue Heroes are called to help save a group of hikers who are stuck in the snowy French Alps. The team meets a search and rescue expert named Al Valanche and his pet lynx, Claws. They learn the value of making new friends and listening to others.
14"Recycling Matters!"April 16, 2019 (2019-04-16)
The newest Rescue Heroes, Al Valanche and Claws, join the team on a mission to the North Sea where an island of garbage is threatening aquatic animals. Sandy takes the lead and helps the team learn about the dangers of single-use plastics and the importance of recycling.

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Fishtronaut is an Brazilian-Canadian animated children's television series created by Célia Catunda and Kiko Mistrorigo, and produced by TV PinGuim, in association with Discovery Kids. The series is about the eponymous character, a fish in a spacesuit which allows him to fly and breathe out of water. He is a secret agent who, along with his friends Marina and Zeek, unravels the mysteries occurring in the Smiling Trees Park. They solve the mysteries with the help of a P.O.P., a magical multicolored ball containing clues vital to the mission. Viewers are invited to dance along with the heroes to a tune, so that the P.O.P. will open and release the clues inside. The series is aimed at children ages 3–7 and debuted successfully on Discovery Kids in Latin America on 20 April 2009.

<i>Octonauts</i> Childrens animated television series

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"Billy's Bucket List" is the final episode of the fifth season of the American animated television series Adventure Time. The episode was written and storyboarded by Ako Castuera and Jesse Moynihan, from a story by Kent Osborne, Pendleton Ward, Jack Pendarvis, and Adam Muto. It originally aired on Cartoon Network on March 17, 2014. The episode guest stars Lou Ferrigno, Andy Samberg, and Mark Hamill; Castuera herself also voiced a character.

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