When I first saw the commercials for the new Disney Channel original about a hip-hop wannabe kid who changes into a dragon, I shook my head and shrugged, but of course my kids couldn't wait to see it. After one or two shows I still didn't think too much of it, had some cute characters and some funny lines...but the more we watched, the better it got. Here was a rarity in kids' cartoons: a plot. Most kids' shows seem to avoid any ongoing plot line so they can show reruns indiscriminately without confusing anyone. This show, along with Nick's Avatar, command you to pay attention and tune in next week. The whole romance/secret storyline was very well done. My favorite moment was the oracle twins, particularly when the bubbly doomsayer told Jake "You have such a great attitude...that will come in handy when you learn the awful truth about Rose...(giggle) well, see ya!"
Review of American Dragon: Jake Long
American Dragon: Jake Long
(2005–2007)
Wary at first, but well worth the time investment! (spoiler, but you're probably already way ahead of me)
14 June 2006
Warning: Spoilers