Rubbadubbers

I first watched this highly imaginative cartoon somewhat by accident one Friday night, after hours. I now watch it on a regular basis, Friday and Saturday nights on the Nickelodeon's "sister network," known as Noggin.

The premise: seven toys in a child's bathroom, that are alive whenever there's no one there.

Tubb's a pink frog. He stands on two legs, wears a yellow and red plaid shirt and chartreuse shorts.

Terrence is an alligator--who also stands on two legs. He likes blowing bubbles out of his nose. He has only one tooth.

Reg is a reddish-orange robot. He stutters a lot.

Sploshy is a starfish. Lavender in her front, yellow on her backside.

Amelia is an airplane. Blue fuselage, yellow wings and tail, and a red propeller.

Finbar is a shark. He loves to put an act of being tough and... "Argh, argh, argh!" ... cool.

Last but not least, there is Winona--a lavender whale. She can express herself only with huge smiles and small squeaks.

Just as they're getting ready to play together, one of them isn't quite satisfied with the arrangement. So, they'll tell themselves: "If only I could..." Then they'll think up some sort of setting in which they can at least try to do what they want. "Wow!" they'll then say. "I said 'if only.' And now..." (That's each story line's starting point.)

To say that the writing is good would be a vast understatement.The moral of each story is the same: it's best to be happy as you are.

For parents who remember "Gumby"... that's the sort of animation this cartoon is. (I guess that's the main reason why I like it so much. (It brings back memories of a cartoon I grew up being a big fan of.)

If only there were more cartoons like this. Wow! I said "if only." And, well... there is another stop-action-animation cartoon, also on Noggin, about a construction crew with talking tractors. "Bob the Builder" is also a good one for the little ones to learn from.

The message of "Rubbadubbers": be happy to be you. The messages of "Bob the Builder": teamwork and friendship are very important. (It might as well be mentioned, "Bob the Builder" is no longer being produced. It ran from 1999 to 2001.) "Rubbadubbers," though, which made its premiere just last year, is in production.

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Rubbadubbers Got a Movie After 6 Years

History of The RUBADUBBERS Movie

In 2019, Mattel announced an exciting new project: a feature film based on their beloved children's series The Rubadubbers. This announcement stirred excitement among nostalgic fans and introduced the show to a new generation of viewers. The Rubadubbers, originally a popular animated series, had a unique blend of humor, learning, and colorful characters, making it an ideal candidate for a big-screen adaptation. Mattel revealed plans to reimagine the series with a fresh, modern look while maintaining its original charm and educational value.

Following the announcement in 2019, the production of The Rubadubbers Movie officially began in 2021, with the creative team working to develop a story that would appeal to both longtime fans and younger audiences. The movie's production was handled by a collaboration of top-tier animators, writers, and directors, including talent from both Mattel's own studios and external animation firms.

The film aimed to blend traditional animation with cutting-edge CGI technology, bringing the world of the Rubadubbers to life in a visually spectacular way. The movie's storyline was designed to expand on the characters' personalities and introduce new elements that would keep viewers engaged. Key voice actors from the original series were approached to reprise their roles, and new voices were cast to bring fresh energy to the project.

Production was challenging, with COVID-19 causing some delays and adjustments to work schedules, but by late 2023, the film's post-production phase began. During this time, the movie's final touches, including the score and sound design, were completed.

As 2024 rolled in, Mattel began ramping up the marketing for The Rubadubbers Movie. Fans eagerly awaited the first glimpses of the new animated world. In the spring of 2024, the first teaser trailer was released, showcasing stunning visuals and introducing the revamped designs of the beloved characters. The teaser quickly went viral, drawing praise for its vibrant color palette and fun, catchy music.

Throughout 2024, several trailers were released, each offering more details about the film's plot and its main antagonist. The trailers revealed that the Rubadubbers would embark on an adventurous journey to save their underwater home from an environmental disaster. Along the way, they would meet new characters, face challenges, and learn important lessons about teamwork, courage, and caring for the world around them.

Each new trailer built excitement, with fans eagerly dissecting every frame for clues about the movie's deeper themes and Easter eggs that referenced the original TV series. The marketing campaign for The Rubadubbers Movie also included merchandise, interactive experiences, and social media campaigns to engage younger viewers.

After years of anticipation, The Rubadubbers Movie was finally set for release in 2025. The film would premiere in theaters worldwide, with a special release for digital streaming platforms shortly thereafter. Mattel's extensive promotional campaign promised a major event for both old and new fans, with preview screenings and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage being offered in the months leading up to the release.

Fans were also excited about the film's potential to spawn sequels or spin-offs, given the movie's rich world-building and the enduring popularity of the Rubadubbers brand. The movie's success was expected to revitalize interest in the original TV series and introduce the magical world of the Rubadubbers to a whole new audience.

I don't understand why so many people hate this show. In fact, it actually isn't bad at all, it's actually amazing! This show has a pretty well-thought-out concept of 7 bath toys wishing whatever they want to be, then, at the end of each episode, the character's wish comes true. This show also has well-done animation and characters, Including Winona, who doesn't talk at all but I still like her. The theme song is also really awesome. This is among the shows that never fail to Impress me, while excelling to have fluid animation, well-developed characters, and interesting episodes. All in all, an underrated gem.

I first watched this highly imaginative kids' show somewhat by accident in the after-hours of a Friday night, about a month ago. I now watch it on a regular basis, twice a week: Friday and Saturday nights on Noggin.

The premise is a bunch of toys in a child's bathroom, which are alive at any time when there's no one there.

Tubb is a yellow frog--who comes across as a sort of circus ring master. Terrence is an alligator--who blows bubbles, and has only one tooth. As for Sploshy, she's a starfish. Reg is a red robot who stutters. Amelia's an airplane. Finbar is a shark who loves to put on an act of being tough and... "Argh, argh, argh!"... cool. And Winona is a lavender whale, who expresses herself with huge smiles and small squeaks.

Each episode puts the spotlight on a different member of the cast. Just as they're getting ready to play together, one of them is overly curious or, perhaps, dissatisfied with something.

"If only I could..." they tell themselves; then they'll think up a sort setting in which they can try doing what they want. "Wow!" they'll then say. "I said 'if only.' And now..." That's each story's starting point.

To say that the writing is good would be a vast understatement. Each one ends in a similar way--with the message being, in short, it's best to be happy as you are.

For any parents who recall "The Adventures of Gumby," that's the sort of of animation this cartoon is. I guess that's the main reason why I enjoy it. (It brings back memories of a cartoon I grew up being a big fan of.)

If only there were more cartoons like this. Wow! I said "if only." And, well... there is another stop-action-animation cartoon, also on Noggin, called "Bob the Builder." Also a good one for the little ones to learn from.

(Whereas "Rubbadbbers" messages are to have imagination and to be happy to be you, the messages of "Bob the Builder" are friendship and teamwork are very important.)

It might as well be noted, though, "Bob the Builder" is not currently in production. "Rubbadubbers" is.