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Jimbo and the Jet Set

1987

TV Show

Ended

1 Season

English

Jimbo and the Jet Set is a British animated cartoon series broadcast in the 1980s, featuring the adventures of the eponymous Jimbo, a talking aeroplane. Created by Maddocks Cartoon Productions, it originally ran for 25 episodes between 1985 and 1986. The premise of the cartoon is that Jimbo was originally intended to be a Jumbo Jet, but his designer could not tell the difference between inches and centimetres, resulting in his diminutive size. If Jimbo's designer switched the imperial measurements of the Boeing 747 for metric, the result would have been an aircraft with a fuselage length of 91 ft; this would make Jimbo roughly the length of an early-series Boeing 737. The television series features various talking airport-type ground vehicles: Tommy Tow-Truck, Claude Catering, Amanda Baggage, Phil the Fuel Truck, Sammy Steps and Harry Helicopter. Other plane characters appear from time to time, such as Old Timer, a Vickers Wellington bomber who gets into the story while flying to or from an airshow. The story is based at a fictional "London Airport", under the command of an irate controller who frequently ends episodes screaming "I want words with you, Jimbo!".

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IMDb5.5/10

Director: John Stix•Genres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A young boy named Jimbo befriends a group of eccentric pop stars known as the Jet Set. Together, they embark on a series of comical adventures, often involving misunderstandings and lighthearted chaos. The film follows their journey as they navigate fame, friendship, and the whimsical challenges that arise in their vibrant world.

Critical Reception

Jimbo and the Jet Set was primarily aimed at a young audience and received a mixed to moderately positive reception. While praised for its lighthearted entertainment value and colorful characters, some critics found the plot to be somewhat simplistic and predictable. However, its charm and upbeat musical numbers were generally well-received by its target demographic.

What Reviewers Say

Delightfully colorful and energetic for younger viewers.
A fun, if somewhat thin, musical romp.
Features catchy tunes and a positive message about friendship.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's age and niche appeal, but general sentiment leans towards it being a harmless, enjoyable watch for children, particularly those who enjoyed the music of the era.