School House Rock
School House Rock

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School House Rock

2002
Movie
283 min
English

Schoolhouse Rock!, the timeless collection of animated songs that taught an entire generation that "knowledge is power" is on DVD for in this Ultimate Collector's Edition 2-disc set. Now every day can feel like Saturday morning as you sing along with "I'm Just A Bill," "Three Is A Magic Number," "Interjections!" and the rest of your favorite tunes. Featuring an additional catchy animated song by the original series' creators, the 30th Anniversary Edition DVD rocks your house.

Insights

IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Director: VariousGenres: Animation, Family, Educational, Music

Plot Summary

Schoolhouse Rock! is a series of animated musical short films that aired on ABC. Each segment, typically lasting a few minutes, teaches concepts in grammar, math, science, history, and civics through catchy songs and memorable characters. The series aimed to make learning enjoyable and accessible for children.

Critical Reception

Schoolhouse Rock! is widely acclaimed for its innovative approach to educational programming, successfully blending entertainment with learning. It is praised for its clever songwriting, diverse animation styles, and enduring impact on multiple generations of children.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its educational value and entertainment factor.

  • Celebrated for its catchy music and memorable animated segments.

  • Recognized for its significant cultural impact on children's television.

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Awards & Accolades

Multiple Daytime Emmy Awards, Peabody Award.

Fun Fact

The original "Schoolhouse Rock!" series ran from 1973 to 1985, with reruns and new installments continuing for many years, making it one of the longest-running children's educational programs.

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