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The Problem Solverz
The Problem Solverz is an American animated television series created by Ben Jones, a member of the art collective Paper Rad, for Cartoon Network. The series centered on the titular Problem Solverz trio of Alfe, Roba, and Horace, as they solve and sometimes create the various problems that plague their town, Farboro. The series is rated TV-PG. The original pilot Neon Knome was rejected by Cartoon Network's late-night programming block Adult Swim, but was picked up and re-tooled by the main network, which premiered the series on April 4, 2011. On September 20, 2012, a statement on a Facebook page for the show said that the second half of Season 2 was intended to debut September 24, 2012, but the scheduling was delayed. Selected reruns have been aired during Cartoon Network's January 2013 revival of their Cartoon Planet variety show. On March 30, 2013, Season 2 was released only on Netflix.
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Plot Summary
The Problem Solverz is an animated comedy series that follows the surreal adventures of Alvin and Robby, two self-proclaimed problem solvers who operate out of a laundromat. They tackle bizarre, often nonsensical, cases with an equally nonsensical approach, frequently involving interdimensional travel, strange creatures, and pop culture references. Their methods are chaotic, their solutions are questionable, but they always manage to 'solve' the problem in the end, usually by accident or through sheer absurdity.
Critical Reception
The Problem Solverz received a highly divisive reception. While some critics and viewers appreciated its unique, surreal, and often bizarre sense of humor, many found it to be nonsensical, irritating, and lacking in coherent storytelling. Its unconventional animation style and offbeat humor were points of contention, leading to a cult following among those who enjoyed its distinct oddity, while alienating a larger segment of the audience.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique and surreal humor by a niche audience.
Criticized for being nonsensical, irritating, and visually jarring by a wider audience.
Its unconventional animation and bizarre plots polarized viewers.
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Fun Fact
The show's distinctive and often criticized art style was intentionally designed to be unconventional and jarring, aiming for a unique visual identity that stood out from typical children's programming.
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