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This was not the best show on Nickelodean- Angry Beavers(the best), Rugrats, Spongebob Squarepants(before it jumped the shark) and Wild Thornberrys are better- but it is not the worst, it is way better than ChalkZone, iCarly and I think Fairly Odd Parents too. That is not to say Jimmy Neutron has its problems, it can be cheesy and predictable in some of the story lines, with some annoying side characters and some uneven pacing.
However, the CGI animation is not bad at all, the colours and backgrounds are imaginative, the gadgets were incredible and the characters are well-modelled. The music is also tolerable, while the writing is witty and funny, yes with cheesy moments(I don't know where the evil pants idea came from), but it was funny and the stories while predictable had some clever and original parts to them. The characters are in general good, Jimmy's parents and Carl can be annoying, but I like how Jimmy is loyal and inventive and how sassy Cindy is, and out of the villains I loved Professor Calamitus. And the voice acting is excellent from all involved.
Overall, don't expect a masterpiece of a show but one that's fun and witty. Oh, and if you like the show, you may like the movie. 7/10 Bethany Cox
However, the CGI animation is not bad at all, the colours and backgrounds are imaginative, the gadgets were incredible and the characters are well-modelled. The music is also tolerable, while the writing is witty and funny, yes with cheesy moments(I don't know where the evil pants idea came from), but it was funny and the stories while predictable had some clever and original parts to them. The characters are in general good, Jimmy's parents and Carl can be annoying, but I like how Jimmy is loyal and inventive and how sassy Cindy is, and out of the villains I loved Professor Calamitus. And the voice acting is excellent from all involved.
Overall, don't expect a masterpiece of a show but one that's fun and witty. Oh, and if you like the show, you may like the movie. 7/10 Bethany Cox
- TheLittleSongbird
- Aug 6, 2010
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Jimmy Neutron is a show I loved for the longest time as a kid, and like a lot of other things, I outgrew it and lost interest in it.
Watching it years later as an adult, it is not a bad show. The animation is not bad, but comparing to other CGI at this time, it is dated and not as good. But what I like about the show is it still has its fun moments and fun episodes. The first season has a lot of good episodes, but I personally feel the show gets better with Season 2 when the plots and the conflicts of the episodes get more intriguing.
I like the majority of the characters. Some characters are a bit odd and zany, but most other characters are good, likable, and funny. It's one of those shows where when you get to know the characters a bit more, you end up liking them and even relate to them.
Jimmy, himself, is a pretty good main character. I like the creative inventions he makes. Sure, his inventions do cause mayhem (wether it's his fault or not), but Jimmy's personality and intelligence is what makes him work really well as a main character, and he isn't annoying either. His dog, Goddard, is awesome and probably my favorite side character of the show.
Even though there are other Nicktoons I prefer, I still like this show. It's not bad and it has aged fairly well.
Watching it years later as an adult, it is not a bad show. The animation is not bad, but comparing to other CGI at this time, it is dated and not as good. But what I like about the show is it still has its fun moments and fun episodes. The first season has a lot of good episodes, but I personally feel the show gets better with Season 2 when the plots and the conflicts of the episodes get more intriguing.
I like the majority of the characters. Some characters are a bit odd and zany, but most other characters are good, likable, and funny. It's one of those shows where when you get to know the characters a bit more, you end up liking them and even relate to them.
Jimmy, himself, is a pretty good main character. I like the creative inventions he makes. Sure, his inventions do cause mayhem (wether it's his fault or not), but Jimmy's personality and intelligence is what makes him work really well as a main character, and he isn't annoying either. His dog, Goddard, is awesome and probably my favorite side character of the show.
Even though there are other Nicktoons I prefer, I still like this show. It's not bad and it has aged fairly well.
- sterlin_rivera
- Apr 11, 2024
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- andersoncaseylee246
- May 20, 2016
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First, I am a 22 year old college student, and I love this show. I originally started watching Jimmy Neutron when I was babysitting, and I was amazed at how much more entertaining the show was than prime time TV. The inventiveness of the writers in coming up with new gagets and gizmos every week is enough to start watching the show. Then with the character development, visual gags, slick animation, the addition of real science facts and funny stories, I keep watching it. I read some other comments saying that the show was horrible and I have no idea where anyone gets that perspective other than they are mad because they have to watch a kids show. Kids show, adult show, I am still highly entertained by Jimmy Neutron. Give it a chance, you will enjoy it.
- jboothmillard
- Apr 19, 2005
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I love jimmy neutron its actually one of my favorite shows next to Kipo and the age of wonderbeasts and Regular Show i will say this show gets a bit to much hate for it being CGI and to be fair this was a show that started off as a movie in 2001 and a show in 2002 and I think some of the negative hate this show sometimes get is dumb it doesn't deserve a 6.7/10 I'd give it a 7.4/10 its good and im gonna defent it while I hear a lot more people saying they love it I also hear a lot of people saying it had bad CGI and it really didn't but its one of Nickelodeon most known shows and made them a lot more money than most Nickelodeon shows from that era. So I say Jimmy Neutron is a fantastic show.
Season 1 is a bit childish which is probably why it only has a 6.7 rating, but season 2 and 3 is where Jimmy Neutron really shines. The character development/interactions, the witty humor, the plot are all amazing, especially for a show aimed at kids. This is definitely a show that I recommend for teens/adults. Most cartoons have 0 character development which makes them dull, but Jimmy Neutron actually develops its characters and you grow with them. There are quite a few extended episodes which are very well written and there was a lot of effort put into the creative story lines. Each season got better and better and it was a real shame that Jimmy Neutron got canceled as it was really starting to become something. The show really took off after season 1 and it really deserves a reboot from Nick because this show was a real hidden gem. Even if you've never seen the show, you will feel nostalgia as it goes over many topics that we all experienced in our adolescence.
- elonmusk-is_a_moron
- Dec 8, 2022
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Besides Carl Wheezer and his strong self, the show is enjoyable and funny. Also Carl, you gonna finish that crossiant?
- lejeunedonnie
- May 15, 2019
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Compare this show with the rest of the shows on nickelodeon,.....it's not that good, right? Jimmy Neutron is not an outstanding program. It's enjoyable, though. If you are a teenager, this is a show you don't pay attention to, but watch it til' you relax from the after school fatigue. But one thing I say to myself when I watch this show is "I wish I was that smart."
Jimmy Neutron is an ultra-intelligent boy capable of inventing different devices that help him overcome his day-to-day problems and bumps. Again, if you are used to other great shows on nick such as Spongebob Squarepants and fairly odd parents, you may find this show to be a disappointment. This show by itself is a good show. But in comparison, it's not that of an exceptional show.
5/10.
Jimmy Neutron is an ultra-intelligent boy capable of inventing different devices that help him overcome his day-to-day problems and bumps. Again, if you are used to other great shows on nick such as Spongebob Squarepants and fairly odd parents, you may find this show to be a disappointment. This show by itself is a good show. But in comparison, it's not that of an exceptional show.
5/10.
- MairegChernet
- Apr 28, 2008
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- prestonwardcondra
- Oct 30, 2015
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Couldn't believe this was only a 6.7. I don't know why some people reviewed it so low, but it's absolutely one of the best cartoons I've ever seen. Consistently solid plot, S-tier comedy, likeable and funny characters, and mild plot development and character development (As I said, mild though. The show is mostly episodic and it is far from the main focus). In my opinion, this is up there with stuff like Spongebob as one of the best shows Nick has ever produced. It contains a lot of different characters that provide foils to one another to keep the show entertaining, and I was not once bored through recently binging (Watched it when I was younger, but re-watched it over the past week or so) it. Please give it a try if you haven't yet.
- mitsubishizero
- Sep 2, 2019
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OK, since I'm in a library right now & not typing on my own computer, I'll try to keep this short & sweet. This is a great show for kids, but, it's a 30 minute sleeping pill for anyone in the 'over 13' category.
When you get right down to it, there's really nothing new about it. Stupid parents, a super - annoying father with a big nose, secret loves & weird friends are how almost all of the nicktoons are like. Plus, you gotta admit, it is a knock off of Dexter's Lab. The only difference between this & Dexter Lab is fact that everyone knows Jimmy's an inventor/scientist (Gee, where have were have we seen that before on a Nicktoon? *cough* Rugrats *cough*).
When you get right down to it, there's really nothing new about it. Stupid parents, a super - annoying father with a big nose, secret loves & weird friends are how almost all of the nicktoons are like. Plus, you gotta admit, it is a knock off of Dexter's Lab. The only difference between this & Dexter Lab is fact that everyone knows Jimmy's an inventor/scientist (Gee, where have were have we seen that before on a Nicktoon? *cough* Rugrats *cough*).
- fishbulbIV
- May 23, 2003
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I still haven't seen the original movie, but I love the series! I'm 41 and my son is 14, and we like to watch it together. I'm not the biggest fan of CGI animation, but considering all the gadgets that Jimmy comes up with, it works; the animators do a great job, too. I like the fact that Jimmy Neutron, while having an IQ of 210, is pretty much just a normal dorky kid, with normal dorky friends - the difference is in the high-tech way he solves his normal dorky problems. This is geared more towards kids than is "Dexter's Lab," but I still find much to giggle at (like the fact that Jimmy's Mexican buddy is named "Sheen." In case you're not a huge Martin Sheen fan, his real name is Ramon Estevez.) It's cute AND funny -- I recommend it!
- BeeyochKitty
- Oct 17, 2003
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But still fine. DEFINITELY great for kids, WAY ABOVE par in that sense.
I felt the movie's animation was better even though it was MAYBE technically WORSE?!
I also wasn't as intrigued in the stories, or cool stuff, and I didn't think Jimmy was as awesome. It was definitely toned down for kids.
If the movie was really supposed to be a "sort of" pilot, it should have influenced the series more.
Also, they should have left the movie alone.
I felt the movie's animation was better even though it was MAYBE technically WORSE?!
I also wasn't as intrigued in the stories, or cool stuff, and I didn't think Jimmy was as awesome. It was definitely toned down for kids.
If the movie was really supposed to be a "sort of" pilot, it should have influenced the series more.
Also, they should have left the movie alone.
- dewlover420
- Jan 7, 2021
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When I became a kid, I loved SpongeBob and Jimmy Neutron. The cause why Jimmy Neutron is this sort of precise display is its ingenious surrealness of the testimonies and the very humorous forged of characters which are substantially voiced. Granted, it does not have the heartfelt center of a few different older Nick cartoons nor does it have first-rate animation, however, it is all made up for withinside the display's twisted but stimulated feel of humor, innovative plots, or even a few men or woman development. There are lots of goofy slapstick moments for the youngsters to dig, and there are a few tongue-in-cheek grownup jokes which are all stored in precise taste. The animation might also additionally appear cruddy, however, it is a part of the bizarre allure of the display. The devices created through Jimmy are in all likelihood one of the highlights, displaying off matters you would like to have in actual life.
- Mysterygeneration
- Mar 4, 2022
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- jordankoelschcarlson
- Feb 11, 2021
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I haven't finished the show yet but I have seen half of season 1. Its a good early 2000s show of course its gonna have one liners that make you laugh a lot like "The pants are gonna attack the hall of blue jeans! It was originally called the hall of blue lenderhosen but that appeared cool to very limited amount of people." Said by Carl.
When I was a kid, there were a few Nicktoons I liked, and two true Nicktoons I loved- SpongeBob, and Jimmy Neutron. The reason why Jimmy Neutron is such a good show is its imaginative surrealness of the stories and the VERY funny cast of characters that are greatly voiced. Granted, it doesn't have the heartfelt core of some other older Nicktoons nor does it have decent animation, but it's all made up for in the show's twisted yet inspired sense of humor, creative plots and even some character development. There's plenty of goofy slapstick moments for the kids to dig, and there are some tongue-in-cheek adult jokes that are all kept in good taste. The animation may look cruddy, but it's part of the weird charm of the show. The gadgets created by Jimmy are possibly one of the highlights, showing off things you'd love to have in real life. Overall, Jimmy Neutron is a hilarious cartoon that all ages can enjoy, and it's also a great part of many people'a childhoods, including mine. Enjoy!
- trooper5783
- Dec 2, 2016
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Created for Nickelodeon as a follow-up to the successful film of the same name sans "Adventures of", this series is so nostalgic for me, in this rewatch I don't know if there was a single episode I didn't have flashbacks of seeing as a kid. That bias noted, it is truly a great show, the first season especially is quite funny and I laughed a number of times, considering its a kid's show. There are definitely some weak points, and by the third and final season I could really tell they were running out of ideas, but it finished strongly enough. There was also a very poorly received spin-off Planet Sheen, which I may check out at some point, but for now this one is a classic and for kids I would recommend.
- coles_notes
- Sep 17, 2023
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I know a lot of people, even people who grew up with Nickelodeon in the '90s like this show, but I really don't. It's not the worst show that they've put in this network in the past decade, but seeing some of these shows (iCarly, Barnyard, etc.), that really isn't saying much. Try as I might, I cannot think of a single thing I like about this show. The characters (especially the main character) are unlikeable, the CGI is ugly, the plot has been done (really, if you want to do the "child prodigy" formula, at least try something different), the jokes are corny and predictable (if you aren't a fan of one-liners, this isn't your show), the voice acting is grating, it's just really a pain to sit through.
- muppetlass87
- Apr 18, 2010
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Man I Swear Jimmy Neutron had to been the Best Nickelodeon show back in the Good old days when it was on. and then the Show ended in 2006. but i really wondering myself why did Nickelodeon not make a Season 4 for Jimmy Neutron!
Man If only we got to see more of the Relationship between Jimmy and Cindy! also Sheen had his own show Planet Sheen but never Came back home to Earth! Bullcrap man! WE SERIOUSLY NEED JIMMY NEUTRON BACK!!!!!!
Man If only we got to see more of the Relationship between Jimmy and Cindy! also Sheen had his own show Planet Sheen but never Came back home to Earth! Bullcrap man! WE SERIOUSLY NEED JIMMY NEUTRON BACK!!!!!!
- milesrob-172601
- Jul 21, 2019
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- scotties_forever
- Mar 8, 2008
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Jimmy Neutron was that one cartoon was very interesting and also entertaining to watch as a kid. There were lots of cool sci-fi aspects of the show, especially with the tech the show introduced. The Jimmy/Timmy power hours were unbelievable crossover events (at the time) and were always a hit. I really liked the characters, as they were developed well and very likable. Overall great show and I'd highly recommend this for kids!