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Sidekicks
'Sidekicks' is half-hourlong US action series that aired in primetime during the 1986–1987 television season on ABC. Its backdoor-pilot 'The Last Electric Knight' aired in Febuary 1986 as part of 'The Disney Sunday Movie' line-up on ABC. The series follows young martial arts expert Ernie Lee and his guardian, police detective Jake Rizzo.
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Plot Summary
A lonely boy living in a futuristic, crime-ridden city befriends a retired superhero and his intelligent, crime-fighting dog. Together, they embark on an adventure to save the city from a nefarious villain who plans to take over.
Critical Reception
Sidekicks was primarily a direct-to-video release and received mixed to negative reviews from critics, often being seen as a B-movie with a dated premise. Audiences, however, found some enjoyment in its straightforward action and the presence of Adam West.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a low budget and uninspired direction.
Adam West's performance is a highlight, but it's not enough to save the movie.
The action sequences are often clunky and unconvincing.
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Fun Fact
Although Adam West is best known for playing Batman in the 1960s television series, his role as a retired superhero in 'Sidekicks' is completely unrelated to the character of Batman.
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