Ep 1. The Visit to Aunt Ruth's
- TV-NR
- September 8, 1990
- 22 min
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6.7 (5)
Bobby's World is a classic 90s animated show that follows the adventures of a young boy named Bobby, who has a vivid imagination and an active imagination that transports him to his own world. In season 1 episode 1, titled The Visit to Aunt Ruth's, Bobby and his family set off on a road trip to visit his great aunt Ruth, who lives a few hours away.
The episode begins with Bobby's mom waking him up early in the morning with the news that they'll be going on a trip to visit Aunt Ruth. Bobby is thrilled at the prospect of seeing his great aunt, who is known for her delicious pies and exciting stories about her youth. Bobby's dad, however, is not thrilled and spends the entire trip bickering with Bobby's mom about the directions and the time it's taking to get to their destination.
As the family drives through scenic roads and small towns, Bobby's imagination takes over and he begins to imagine all sorts of exciting scenarios, including fighting off aliens and saving the world from destruction. In one particularly funny sequence, Bobby imagines himself as a superhero, battling a giant pie monster while his parents argue in the background.
When they finally arrive at Aunt Ruth's house, Bobby is ecstatic to see her and eager to taste one of her renowned pies. However, Aunt Ruth is not the warm and welcoming figure Bobby was expecting. She is cranky, constantly complaining, and dismissive of Bobby's attempts to show her affection.
Throughout the rest of the episode, Bobby tries his best to get on Aunt Ruth's good side, attempting to entertain her with his jokes and stories, but to no avail. Meanwhile, his parents are trying to make the best of the situation, but they too are having a hard time dealing with Aunt Ruth's negative attitude.
As the episode progresses, Bobby discovers a secret about Aunt Ruth that sheds some light on her behavior and helps him understand her better. He learns a valuable lesson about empathy and the importance of showing compassion even to those who are difficult to deal with.
Overall, The Visit to Aunt Ruth's is a charming and heartwarming episode that showcases Bobby's vivid imagination and the importance of family. It's a great introduction to the series, and will leave viewers eager to see more of Bobby's adventures in his world.