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Well, I guess you *could* go wrong: What do you think of 3 superpowered little scamps? The key here is that the writing is fine. In fact, this might be one of the true saving graces of the Powerpuff Girls: It's written well enough that it might be a perfect bridge; cajoling the target audience (kids) to appreciate a higher level of writing. Kids come for the concept, stay for the clever narrative, wind up experiencing some nicely toned prose, and probably internalizing these fine turns of clever communication.

Love the comic timing. Usually frenetic, but also capable of stretching things out a bit, if that'll work. Note: I am talking about the TV bits, here; not the movies. I saw one of the full-length features, and didn't particularly care for it: It felt driven by the producers, like they didn't let the creative team breathe. The TV shows feel more artful.

The voice work is great. A personal fave feature: I dig hearing Tom Kenny (the Narrator); loved his work on Mr. Show, love his voice anytime I hear it. He's a great talent. But everyone does a fine job.

Anyway, check it out. At worst, it's cute; at best you'll get more than a few hearty belly laughs!

I used to watch this show everyday as a kid. It was so relatable and I feel the main 3 girls perfectly capture what it means to be a kid. It explores their personalities and how their actions affect the daily lives of others as superheroes at the same time. And any show with a villain like Mojo Jojo deserves a high rating.

I used to strongly dislike this show back then.

Rewatching as an adult, and specially after comparing it with its awful remake from the year 2016, I started to appreciate its virtues and sarcastic sense of comedy.

While a lot of people seem to remember this series as something "adorable" and "wholesome" based it solely on the appearence of the main characters, in truth this show was actually filled with black comedy, and some episodes can be frankly cynical.

I often read on the internet how people mentions this show gave "good lessons" to kids. Honestly, I doubt this show was trying to be educational, and the "lessons" of the episodes are often subverted for the sake of jokes. If anything, it feels like it was trying to parody the "wholesome" nature of "girly-shows". Occasionally, it openly mocked other educational shows.

But yeah, it was competenly made, and vastly superior to its remake.

And it probably will be vastly superior to that absurd live-action version Warner wants to make.

Hey, Townies! Look, look up in the sky! Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Is it three flying lollipops? NO!!! It's THE POWERPUFF GIRLS!!! We all cheer boisterously as the three tiny superheroines instantly zoom right over our heads, trailing a bright rainbow of pink, blue, and green! Ever since they first grew right out of Professor Utonium's trusty old mixing bowl, Blossom the sweet-natured leader, Bubbles the happy-go-lucky goldilocks, and Buttercup the scowling little tough-cookie at once assumed the great role as guardians of the cutest little city in the whole cartoondom: Townsville, U.S.A.! And just in time, too because there are also fabulous beasts and gloating villains totally hellbent on wreaking terrible havoc upon such a innocent land of our happiest childhood days...so just use the special hotline and it's POWERPUFF GIRLS TO THE RESCUE!!! Folks, this is no "My Little Pony" or "Rainbow Brite" or "Strawberry Shortcake" or anything like that, for this very cartoon is quite gritty and a bit mature for our wide-eyed young girls as the intended audience as well as being full of very clever humor, satire, and some REAL DEPTH that will really rake in tons of teenaged and adult viewers as well, regardless of their gender and species. So...THREE CHEERS FOR THE POWERPUFF GIRLS!!!

The Powerpuff Girls is an animated series that follows three kindergarten-aged girls with superpowers - Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup - as they fight crime and save the city of Townsville from evil villains. The show is known for its colorful animation, catchy theme song, and empowering message.

One of the strengths of the series is its ability to appeal to both children and adults. The humor is clever and often includes pop culture references that adults will appreciate, while the action and colorful characters are sure to capture the attention of younger viewers.

But what sets The Powerpuff Girls apart from other animated series is its empowering message. The show encourages girls to be strong, independent, and capable, while also teaching valuable lessons about teamwork, responsibility, and standing up for what is right. The characters are great role models for young viewers, especially young girls, and the show's positive messages are delivered in a fun and engaging way.

The villains are also a standout feature of the series, with each villain possessing unique abilities and personalities. The show's creators have done an excellent job of creating memorable and distinct villains for the Powerpuff Girls to face off against, adding to the excitement and entertainment of each episode.

Overall, The Powerpuff Girls is a fun and empowering animated series that is enjoyable for viewers of all ages. Its colorful animation, catchy theme song, and positive messages make it a standout in the world of children's programming. It's a great choice for families to watch together and a must-see for anyone who appreciates a good superhero story with a strong message of empowerment.

The Powerpuff Girls was one of those shows you really couldn't tell who it it was supposed to appeal to, boys or girls. But I'd go with both.

The action-packed and funny superhero side of the show was well balanced with a more heartfelt and sad side in episodes like "Twisted Sister" which touches upon tough topics of being disabled. It's admirable when kids shows do that.

The Powerpuff Girls show is also loaded with both funny, scary and likable characters with their own memorability. The girls themselves have their own personalities like the leader, the tough one and the innocent one, but without being one-note characters. The character called "Him" is perhaps the scariest villain in the show with a airy and echoing voice and the ability to posses people and control their minds. He is the center of the scariest missions the girls go on in the show in my opinion. But every villain like Mojo Jojo, Princess, The Ganggreen Gang and the list goes on is just so memorable!

My favourite among the many inhabitans of the fictional city of Townsville has to be The Mayor. He's so charmingly dumb, but has so many funny moments, but there are many other funny characters who'll also crack many smiles for different reasons.

The animation is pleasently colourful and special with character design focusing on both round and pointy features. Its simplicity often made me think about the beauty of it being that way. Sure, it's not detailed like for example The Last Airbender, but that's what makes it great, it's doing its own thing.

I love this show and I'll reccomend it to everyone as good entertainment without being all dumb fun but quite clever. Mostly for kids, but worth a watch for adults just for the fun and if you love animation like I do.

This series' strength lies in the strong personalities of its three protagonists - Blossom, Buttercup and Bubbles. They all have funny interactions as well as some cool action. The villains are just as memorable.

This show is one of the reason why I would usually choose Cartoon Network over Nickelodeon has a kid. Sure, Nickelodeon had Jimmy Neutron, Spongebob Squarepants, the Fairly OddParents, My Life as a Teenage Robot, Chalk Zone, Oh Yeah Cartoons, and Ren and Stempy; however, Cartoon Network had some of my favorite all time shows like Ed Edd 'n Eddy, The Powerpuff Girls, Johnny Bravo, Megas XLR, Teen Titans, Hanna Barbera classics like the Jetsons; the Flintstones; Wacky Races; Josie and the Pussycats; Scooby Doo; etc. , the Looney Tunes, and programming blocks like Toonami; Cartoon Cartoons; Carton Cartoons Fridays; etc. Speaking of those programming blocks, I also preferred the bumpers Cartoon Network would use with them; for example, Toonami had Tom (who was the successor to Moltar).

But, on to the point, the Powerpuff Girls was a big part of my childhood. I admit I was embarrassed to watch or speak of the show in public, but I grew past that. So yeah, if you haven't seen the original Powerpuff girls, you should check them out.

P.S. Mojo Jojo is the best villain in the show. He's right next to Princess Morbucks, the Rowdyruff Boys, and that Powerpuff Girls collector (you know the one in that single episode).

Very special cartoon with little girls with superpowers. The style of the drawing is very particular but the storylines of the episodes didn't seem like much to me. Despite this it has had 6 seasons, a movie and an anime version.

"The Powerpuff Girls" is a delightful burst of girl power and colorful chaos. The voice acting brilliantly brings Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup to life, making them iconic characters in animation history. The film editing keeps the pace snappy, although the repetitive villain-of-the-week format can become a weakness over time. The catchy music and vibrant visuals add to the show's overall appeal. While it might not deliver profound messages, its core theme of girl empowerment is still relevant and inspiring. The cinematography captures the town of Townsville in all its quirky glory. With a 6/10 rating, "The Powerpuff Girls" offers a fun and nostalgic trip down memory lane, reminding us that saving the world can be both adorable and action-packed.

I disagree with anonymous from Brisbane, Australia. I've been watching "The Powerpuff Girls" ever since I can remember. If it's not for kids then why the hell is it on Cartoon Network and not in Adult Swim? Anyway, the show has humour that will appeal to both kids & adults and in my opinion is one hell of a family show! Yes, I admit that it does have violence and there is some blood but, when you think about it it's none the different from "Dragon Ball Z", "The Simpsons" and ,most importantly, real life. The show also has some important messages about life for kids, so I really, really don't see why kids shouldn't watch it. In conclusion to this review "The Powerpuff Girls" is one of the most greatest animated family shows of all time and I highly recommend watching it with your kids (that is, if you have any! But even if you don't watch the series anyways!).

Even though it takes many elements from many genres, "The Powerpuff Girls" show is like nothing I've ever seen before. These little girls have more heart and more hustle than any other superheroes, and when trouble strikes, these three little superheroines don't waste time with the philosophical speeches of the "SuperFriends" or the inane transformation sequences of "Sailor Moon." The Powerpuff Girls are always ready for action, and when trouble strikes they stop only to ask permission to leave the classroom - and only if there is time.

Besides plenty of action, the show has superb, though often subtle, character development: a happy but lonely Professor Utonium creates three super-powered girls, to whom he gives love, support, and discipline. However, he occasionally reveals his concern about the dangers of their crime fighting, his feelings of loneliness and burden about being a single parent, and even buried anger from his childhood.

The girls have distinct personalities as well: Blossom, the self-appointed leader, is very smart for her age and has an ego to match; Buttercup is a tomboy who cannot wait until she is old enough to go out after dark; and Bubbles behaves like a normal five-year-old girl, coloring, singing, and trying to keep the peace. Our adorable heroines experience the friction that most siblings do, but their love and fight against evil keep them together.

Also, the supporting characters, including both the good citizens and the villains, have complex yet consistent personalities. The kind mayor's assistant and evil Mojo Jojo are as interesting and complex the Powerpuff Girls themselves. Even if a scene begins with a random monster attacking the city, you can be sure that there is more to the story, and another piece of the relationship puzzle will be put in its place before the show is over.

Of course, the episodes are extremely funny and uplifting, and the only thing this show does not have is the built-in toy advertising. The writers and artists borrow elements from shows and movies that we children of the sixties enjoyed. Besides their own original story lines, they have cleverly parodied "Star Wars," the classic step-mom fairy tales, and everything from James Bond to Japanese monster films. Whether the subject is exciting, sad, or scary, you will always find the humor and the warmth.

The show does have a few minor drawbacks: sometimes the "cartoon violence" is a bit excessive, and I recommend that young children do not watch this show - it is rated for children eight-years-old and older. There are sometimes inconsistencies between shows or even in the same episode, but these are minor, and I should not complain because it is a cartoon after all.

Overall, "The Powerpuff Girls" is an excellent television show that leaves its audience feeling good. All of the characters are well developed, and the girls themselves are as believable as kindergarten superheroines can be. With their love, willingness to fight for good, and ability to take action instead of whining, Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup are truly the role models for the twenty-first century.

The Powerpuff Girls was for me one of the better shows on Cartoon Network along with Dexter's Laboratory. While its quality sort of meandered in later episodes, the show was essentially fun and witty for its target audience. I remember fondly watching The Powerpuff Girls everyday with my brother and sisters. At 17, I still have a soft spot for it. The animation is colourful and nice to look at, the episode ideas were fresh and the script was witty and funny. The characters are relateable, out of the three Powerpuff girls I love Bubbles the best, she is so cute. I loved Buttercup's feistiness and Blossom's heart as well, and the Professor struck me as a caring and sympathetic father figure who cared for his daughters. The action here is not too bad either, maybe a little too excessive here and there. The theme tune is memorable and hummable, and out of the villains MojoJojo is my personal favourite. The voice acting is great, Tara Strong is a perfect Bubbles and EG Daily, Tom Kane and Cathy Cavadini are equally impressive. Standout episodes? Too many to choose from, but in particular the one with the Boogie Man and the one when Mojo disguises himself as Mojisha at the Girls's Slumber party. All in all, worth the look. 9/10 Bethany Cox

When Cartoon Network is mentioned, people always think of Adventure Time, Steven Universe, Gumball, Regular Show, and other thin lined TV shows, But despite your opinions on that,one show came to mind when i think of it, The Powerpuff Girls. though they may seem feminine on the outside, they're Powerful, Strong, and Merciless on the inside. The art style is inspiring to artists like me who wish to become an animator one day, and it was inspired by UPA and Hannah Barbara with the thick lines, I like how artistic the backgrounds and character designs are in the series.If you like Iconic voice acting then this has lots of Iconic voices, hell, Tara Strong was known for Bubbles and was acknowledged by Disney After that, and without Bubbles, we wouldn't have Truffles. Even the writing contains lots of witty dialogue and brutal fights, with no mercy, I mean Damn Powerpuff Girls, you just mutilated a clown, what most people would stand out is the villains and not the girls, but without Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup, than we would just have the evil villains planning, they PPG steal the show. For how savage and merciless the girls are, they give purpose for how much they don't give mercy, and that's why I like the show, it's nothing like Nickelodeon's lineup or Toon Disney's lineup, but it was part of a unique lineup of cartoons called the cartoon cartoons with unique styles and witty dialogue, and out of all the cartoon cartoons, it was one of the most iconic CN TV series I've ever seen. Calarts needs more people like Craig McCracken on TV nowadays

Every cartoon should include cheese but this cartoon says no to that we need our cheese and if we don't get our cheese so that why this show sucks

I've got all four (as of Feb '01) tapes of the PPG. And you want to know something? It's one of the best investments I've ever made!

Okay, look. I'm 34 years old, and I know some of you cynical, self-important nay-sayers may be trying to tell me that I shouldn't do this kind of thing, but hey-- I didn't vote for Al Gore, so you can just go back to daydreaming about what YOU think should be while still searching for the missing chads!! In the meantime I'll keep enjoying one of my so-called "guilty pleasures" and laughing my keyster off while doing it!

You know, I rarely ever use the word "cool" to describe something, but when I caught an episode of "The Powerpuff Girls" on Cartoon Network a while back (I don't remember the episode), I became immediately, and hopelessly hooked on what I think is, without a doubt, the COOLEST cartoon to come along since "The Bugs Bunny/Road Runner Show". Plus it gives me and two of my nieces some common ground. They're big fans, too!

The whole show is extremely well put together-- the retro animation, the storylines, the voices, the sound effects, and especially the incidental music. And say what you want about the fantasy violence, but the majority of the episodes convey a good message, and that's even better.

Who is my favorite PPG, you may ask? Well, hands down... it's Bubbles! And here's why: For one thing, she doesn't take things quite as seriously as Blossom and Buttercup. She is able to appreciate the simpler and more beautiful things in life without getting too bogged down as her sisters normally do. Sure, she may seem absent-minded at times, but she does have a penchant for finding the occasional needle in the haystack without really trying. And when you get down to the brass tacks, she can hold her own in a fight... which she MUCH MORE than proves in "Bubblevicious", one of my favorite episodes!

In closing, my fellow addicts, I say to you now... THIS is OUR Chemical X! Take it in... enjoy it! And believe me... you are much better off BUYING the videos!

As a thirty-ish male,bachelor life-long,this is something I may not want to admit TOO freely to but,I've enjoyed this show quite a bit,myself. Since I'm a cartoon connoisseur,I think I'm allow one "unusual" pleasure offered on the CArtoon Network,tho.

The show,why unabashedly child-like in its make-up,is still actually quite clever and smart for its audience. Three hyper-charged little girls that mimic various ranges of "cute girl" stereotypes:Blossom,the smart one(redhead),Bubbles,the sweet one(blonde,probably my favorite) and Buttercup,the tough one(brunette) all bind their talents together to fight evil and crime before bedtime. Their father-figure is a bachelor named Dr.Utonix,and they save the day for the dim-bulbed mayor and his tall,faceless adviser. Their chief villain is a loquacious talking brainiac ape named Mojo-Jojo(an impression I find WAY too easy to do) but the girls find themselves fighting off a variety of baddies. PLenty of pop-culture references and the creator McCracken has done enough clever twists with the characters and their stories that he keeps it pretty fresh season after season.

A recommend for kids,literal and figurative.