Scooby Goes Hollywood
Scooby Goes Hollywood

Scooby Goes Hollywood

1979Movie49 minEnglish

Shaggy and Scooby-Doo quit their Saturday morning TV series in pursuit of Hollywood stardom.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Charles SoundsGenres: Animation, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

Scooby-Doo and the gang are tired of their low-budget TV show and decide to head to Hollywood to become big stars. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and eccentric characters as they try to break into the entertainment industry. Their journey is filled with classic Scooby-Doo hijinks and musical numbers.

Critical Reception

As a TV special, 'Scooby Goes Hollywood' was generally well-received by audiences who were fans of the Scooby-Doo franchise. It was seen as a fun, albeit typical, entry in the series, offering the expected blend of mystery, humor, and music. Critical reception was more focused on its place within Hanna-Barbera's animation legacy.

What Reviewers Say

  • A nostalgic trip for long-time fans of the Scooby-Doo franchise.
  • Features the familiar humor and chase sequences that define Scooby-Doo.
  • The musical numbers add a unique, albeit brief, element to the special.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive, with many recalling it fondly as a childhood favorite and appreciating its lighthearted, comedic elements and classic Scooby-Doo formula.

Fun Fact

The special is notable for featuring a parody of the iconic show 'Laverne & Shirley', with characters named 'Laverna' and 'Shirley' who run a diner.

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Aegelis

Aegelis

I really cannot fathom what the writers were thinking on this one. Few movies reach this level of crossover failure like Star Wars Holiday Special. It's a hodge-podge of rehashed Three Stooges, clips of older episodes, and Snoopy Come Hom...