Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!

Wow Wow Wubbzy was one of my favorite shows when I was little, and I watched it all the time when I was both 5 and 6 years old. I used to play Kickety Kickball in my backyard when I was little, just like Wubbzy. I have Wubbzy, Widget, Walden, and Daizy plushes, a remote-control talking Wubbzy toy with a spinning kickety kickball in his hands, Wubbzy and Daizy action figures, and an action figure set that includes a Walden, a cowboy Wubbzy, and a Wubbzy with a rainbow wig. I also received three Wow Wow Wubbzy DVDs for Christmas nearly five years ago, so that I can relive my childhood. This appears to be one of the most popular Nick Jr shows with older audiences. I am older than Nick Jr's target audience, and this is my absolute favorite Nick Jr and Noggin show!

Although it is a preschool show, Wow Wow Wubbzy is also aimed at older audiences. It features a wacky, slapstick comedy style, similar to those found in Nickelodeon cartoons. It stands out from other preschool shows by featuring silly characters in an imaginative world and avoiding a generic feel. The humor and wacky antics that arise from the interactions are a huge part of what makes the show so enjoyable, such as Widget's kooky inventions solving (or worsening) the characters' problems in creative ways and Walden having an answer for everything.

The guidance that Wubbzy receives from his mentors/best friends, Widget and Walden, allows him to learn valuable life lessons-such as the importance of friendship, problem-solving, and honesty-and develop a unique dynamic with the other characters in an organic and engaging way. For instance, in Wubbzy the Star, Wubbzy plays the role of a dinosaur in a play, but his voice isn't loud enough. This leads Widget to invent a hat that can control the volume of his voice. The hat initially works, but Wubbzy accidentally sits on it, causing it to malfunction. As a result, he ends up painting the sets instead, and Widget ultimately steps in to play the dinosaur. Through these experiences, Wubbzy learns that everyone has their own special talents.

Unlike several other preschool shows, Wow Wow Wubbzy doesn't follow a predictable formula or feature the same songs in every episode, offering an entirely different plot in each episode. This originality sets it apart from other shows, making it a refreshing choice for viewers who may be tired of formulaic preschool shows. Just because a show is formulaic and has the same song(s) in every episode doesn't mean it sucks, but it's good to have at least one Nick Jr show that has a different plot in every episode and isn't formulaic; otherwise, we'd have too much of a good thing.

Unlike some other fourth-wall-breaking preschool show characters, Wubbzy doesn't talk down to the audience and rarely interrupts the plot by breaking the fourth wall. Instead, he says hello to the audience, explains what's going on, engages with viewers like they're simply watching from the outside world, and rarely breaks the fourth wall for the rest of the episode. Talk about fourth wall-breaking done right!

The characters are quirky, extremely fleshed out, and very likable, especially the four main characters: Wubbzy, Widget, Walden, and Daizy. I'm not going to talk about all the characters in detail, only the main four; otherwise, we'd be here all day. Wubbzy has always been my favorite character. Why? One of the main reasons is that he's optimistic, playful, carefree, and friendly to everyone he meets. He is always ready to have fun-even when nobody else is-loves to play Kickety Kickball, and tries to befriend everyone.

He goes through relatable, everyday situations that children often experience, such as being nervous about starting school, struggling with larger people blocking his view, and avoiding chores to have fun. Since I started watching the show, Wubbzy has reminded me of Tigger from Winnie the Pooh because they both bounce on their tails. As a side note, he bears a slight resemblance to both Winnie the Pooh and SpongeBob. His tail gives him uniqueness and quirkiness, allowing him to pursue various talents, such as dancing, spinning a ball, and playing Kickety Kickball.

The only thing I don't like about Wubbzy is that sometimes he can be careless and selfish without realizing it at first, but that's understandable and justified because he's a little kid who still has a lot to learn. Fortunately, he always learns from his mistakes, finds solutions to his problems, and makes up for them with the help of his friends.

As for the other characters, Daizy is my second favorite because of her design, voice, and skipping while singing, which make her extremely cute. I find her crush on Wubbzy to be sweet and endearing. She is a girly girl who loves things like tea parties, dolls, dresses, and ballet, but surprisingly doesn't make the show overly feminine. You can probably tell by my username and what I said that I'm a dude. When Wubbzy first met her, he found her difficult to befriend until he gave her interests a chance and found things in common with her. This highlights that people with different interests, hobbies, or genders can still be the best of friends, which I can relate to and consider a refreshing change.

Walden always reads about whatever is around him, spends a lot of time in his library, and is exceptionally knowledgeable about everything, especially science. He seems to own almost any book one could desire and can answer nearly any question. I don't understand how anyone can go wrong with a character like him. I especially love his catchphrase, "Yes, yes, yes!"

Widget loves to build machines, especially robots. Thanks to her inventions, any problem can be fixed, and any task can be done. However, her inventions often malfunction and don't work properly, but she has a can-do attitude and never gives up. Sometimes, Widget finds that certain tasks can be more enjoyable and completed more effectively without gadgets. For example, in the Easter episode, she invents a contraption that can color, hide, and find Easter eggs automatically, meaning the characters don't have to do anything. However, Wubbzy says that coloring and finding the eggs are what make Easter a lot of fun and are not too much work. I have to agree with Wubbzy-watching a machine color, hide, and find eggs without doing anything sounds boring. I don't understand how anyone can go wrong with a character like Widget, either.

I love the animation and art style. The characters have cute designs, especially Wubbzy and Daizy. Nearly everything is shaped like a rounded rectangle, somewhat resembling illustrations in a children's storybook. The animation slightly reminds me of the animation in another one of my longtime favorite Nick shows, The Fairly OddParents. Coincidentally, both shows star some of the same voice actors, and Wubbzy was created by Bob Boyle, who was also the executive producer of The Fairly OddParents.

I really enjoy the background music in the scenes without singing, as it reminds me of the music from FOP. The music and songs can be bouncy and energetic at times, much like Wubbzy himself.

The songs are very catchy and groovy, especially the theme song. I love the theme song because it has a post-punk/new wave 1980s style, and the line, "Wubbzy lives in a tree, he loves to play, play, play. He's got a bendy tail, and he likes it that way," reflects how playful and unique Wubbzy is, and that he's proud of it. Some of the songs sound like video game music, which I really like.

Several of the post-episode songs convey the episode's morals in a fun way, using real-life examples to illustrate their messages and provide the audience with a better understanding. For example, the song "Wait" offers suggestions for passing the time while waiting, such as making up a song, which makes the experience more enjoyable and less mundane. Similarly, "You're a Star" delivers heartfelt messages: listen to your heart, everyone is good at different things (e.g., singing, dancing, sewing, art, baking, etc.), and we're all special in our own ways. The song has an extremely upbeat rhythm, boosting its enjoyability. Additionally, "Sing a Song" explains the simple joy a song can bring to others.

While some songs, like "The Happy Hop," "Dance Dance Party," "The Robot Dance," and "The Wubbzy Wiggle," don't have underlying lessons, that's perfectly fine. These songs are fun, fast-paced (in a good way), and catchy, guaranteed to get the audience up and dancing. This is one of the many musical Nick Jr. Shows I've seen, but it's one of the only ones where the characters don't sing every 5 minutes or so. Instead, 90% of the songs are featured in their own separate segments and sung by off-screen singers. Luckily, there are some episodes with no songs besides the theme song.

Several episodes feature pop culture references/nods, allowing some beloved classic cartoons and musicians to be combined. For instance, Wubbzy rhymes about Scooby Doo while jump roping in one episode. Furthermore, multiple episodes have Peanuts nods: backgrounds that resemble Charlie Brown's shirt briefly appear during The Wubbzy Wiggle, a dog that resembles Snoopy dances during The Happy Hop, and in one of the Christmas episodes, Wubbzy finds a Christmas tree that resembles Charlie Brown's tree and says Charlie Brown's catchphrase, "Good grief!". Additionally, during several of the songs, Wubbzy dresses as Elvis, Michael Jackson, and The Beatles.

In conclusion, Wow Wow Wubbzy is a cherished childhood show and a standout in preschool programming. Its vibrant characters, creative plots, and valuable lessons provide an engaging experience for all ages. The blend of humor and meaningful life lessons makes it a refreshing choice for those who value creativity. Whether revisiting it or discovering it for the first time, Wow Wow Wubbzy celebrates friendship, imagination, and the joy of learning.

I know how some kids shows are very bad, and. or terrible. But this show is dedically the 5th best Nick Jr. show and also one of the best late 2000's shows. The animation looks great, the voicing is good, and also the characters are very funny. I only like the 1st season and the first half of season 2. The other half is just plain bull crap, because of Daisy taking over wubbzy as the main character. I do like every character except Daisy, and Earl.

I Know Drew Magary Of Deadspin Calls It "The Loudest Godd@mn Show On Television... Like Someone Took A Bag Of Sound Effects And Bludgeoned You To Death With It," Comparing The Show's Subtlety And Placidity Unfavorably With Michael Bay's Corpus But Everyone Has Their Own Opinions Whatever You Like It Or Hate It.

This show is awesome from the same creator that worked on Yin yang yo, i love theme song is so cool, catchy ,the animation is just perfect & i'm sad it got cancelled in 2010 i hope it gets a reboot.

A show about a young kid who loves to play and is full of energy. i miss this show. i wish it can come back!