Flying Rhino Junior High
Flying Rhino Junior High is a Canadian-French animated television series produced by Neurons Animation, Nelvana Limited and STV Productions. It originally aired from October 3, 1998 to January 22, 2000 on CBS Kidshow. Reruns used to be shown on Scottish Television in Scotland. Reruns returned to YTV after a four year absence in 2011. In the US, both seasons can be purchased as downloads from Amazon Instant Video, and in Scotland the first season can be watched on YouTube. The series revolved around four kids: Billy O' Toole, Marcus and Ruby Snarkus, and Lydia Lopez. The series' main antagonists are Earl P. Sidebottom, AKA The Phanthom and his rat sidekick Ratticus. Earl is a boy genius who some time before the series' beginning got a "D" grade in shop class and retreated to the school's sub-basement boiler room in shame. In there, he built a supercomputer capable of altering reality, which uses to cause chaos in the school as revenge, leaving the protagonists to stop him.
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Plot Summary
The series follows the adventures of a group of young students at a unique junior high school where they are trained to become heroes. Led by their wise mentor, Professor Russell, these students pilot powerful mechs called 'Rhino-Bots' to defend their city from various villains and alien threats. Each episode highlights teamwork, problem-solving, and the courage of these budding heroes as they balance school life with their secret heroic duties.
Critical Reception
Flying Rhino Junior High was a children's animated series that aired on UPN. It received a mixed to positive reception for its action-packed storylines and engaging characters, appealing to its target demographic. While not a critical darling in the adult animation sphere, it was praised for its fast-paced adventures and positive messages for young viewers.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its exciting action sequences and imaginative robot designs.
- Appreciated for its themes of friendship and bravery.
- Some found the plot repetitive, but enjoyed the humor and character interactions.
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Fun Fact
The series was produced by Nelvana, a Canadian animation studio known for other popular children's shows like 'Babar' and 'The Magic School Bus'.
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