Timon & Pumbaa

THIS SHOW ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Okay yeah, "Timon and Pumbaa" isn't exactly a Disney masterpiece, but personally, I love the show. Yes, the animation is pretty much crap. Yes, a lot of the plot lines are incredibly simple if not stupid (I wanted to shoot myself when I realized I had spent 15 minutes watching T&P trying to hit a golf ball). But for every cliché loony-tunes rip-off, there are a lot of really cute, really funny moments in the show. Episodes such as when Timon's "mom" comes to dinner or that gorilla mistakes T&P for babies or when T&P find Pumbaa Jr. or the episode "Bumble in the Jungle" (aka Fantasia Toon Dinsey Style)...these are the episodes that make me really wish Disney would put this show on DVD. And even in some of the dumber episodes, there are always one or two moments when you find yourself laughing at the crazy banter between T&P (example- in Uganda be an Elephant- check out the "backwards not forgetting" sequence). Face it, these two are the animated version of Abbott and Costello. Personally, I'll latch upon any outlet I can to watch these two.

The thing that Disney has done a billion times in every single one of their movies such as Aladdin, Hunchback of Notre Dame, Mulan, etc. Is those annoying sidekicks with one-liners that the kids admire and the adults only like them because they are voiced by people such as Robin Williams and Eddie Murphy. But every time they bring in characters like this, they just have to make spin-offs of the sidekicks, of which I don't know how they get made. Timon and Pumbaa which is a spin-off of Lion King is fairly decent, despite some of the same tiresome Looney Tunes style Cartoony situations with other characters who won't be remembered. The side shows to Timon and Pumbaa, which are the one's with those Hyena's are not so bad. The Rafaki Baboon episodes are very blah. Note to anyone who has kids: Be careful of getting your kid hook on pointless spinoffs, for there have been things worse than this. Timon and Pumbaa in themselves make a great comedy couple.

The Lion King: Timon and Pumbaa is an animated TV series that brings the lovable duo to the forefront, delivering a delightful and entertaining experience for fans of all ages. This light-hearted spin-off takes the comedic chemistry of Timon and Pumbaa from the original film and expands it into a wild and wacky adventure series. With their hilarious antics, catchy songs, and quirky personalities, Timon and Pumbaa steal the show and keep audiences laughing from start to finish.

The animated series cleverly blends humor, friendship, and life lessons, teaching valuable morals while providing endless laughs. Whether they're getting into zany predicaments or facing off against their wily adversaries, the dynamic duo's charm and wit shine through, making each episode a joy to watch. The voice acting is top-notch, with Nathan Lane reprising his role as Timon and Ernie Sabella returning as Pumbaa, ensuring that the characters' distinct personalities and comedic timing remain intact.

One of the strengths of The Lion King: Timon and Pumbaa is its ability to stand on its own while still paying homage to the original film. It maintains the spirit of the Lion King universe while exploring new adventures and introducing a colorful cast of supporting characters. The lighthearted tone and episodic nature of the series make it easily accessible and perfect for casual viewing or a nostalgic trip down memory lane.

Overall, The Lion King: Timon and Pumbaa TV show is a delightful extension of the Lion King franchise, offering laughter, heartwarming moments, and a chance to revisit the beloved characters in their own madcap escapades. It's a must-watch for fans of the original film and anyone in need of a good laugh.

The Timon and Pumbaa television series is generally ragged on as another way to make a quick buck for Disney.

Well, it is. Every TV show is designed to make money and become famous or use the fame of others.

However, Timon and Pumbaa are nonetheless charming in their hyperbolated character flaws, such as Timon's chronic greed and selfishness, and Pumbaa's idiot savant genius hidden behind his naiveté and ignorance.

Some of the episodes are lacking in animation, cleverness, and satisfying resolutions. But most are great fun to watch, and have some very humorous (some made me laugh out loud) gags in them, from simple physical comedy to plays on words through Timon and Pumbaa's bantering and the episode titles, and sometimes it is just the sheer silliness of their predicaments and dialog (just check out some of the quotes). Their adventures take them all over the place (and that's meant literally and figuratively).

Other minor characters like Zazu, Rafiki, and the hyenas feature in their own episodes, but generally these aren't as good, except for perhaps the Zazu episode where he loses his job for being off by one animal in a survey. Like this and others, some of the episodes have some sort of moral lesson at the end, but in general the show is at its best when Timon and Pumbaa are being themselves with good writers at the helm.

The ambidextrous and many aliased Criminal Quint is funnier than some give him credit to be, and what show is it without a recurring villain? All shows have such.

In all, I'd rate this cartoon as "decent." Nothing to get worked up about, but definitely worth watching when you catch it. If you're lucky you'll get one of the good ones.