Ep 5. The Amazon

Inspector Gadget season 1 episode 5, titled "The Amazon," follows our titular hero as he and his niece Penny and their faithful dog Brain travel to the Amazon Rainforest to investigate a series of strange occurrences. The episode begins with Inspector Gadget receiving a call from Chief Quimby, who informs him about the disappearance of a world-renowned botanist who was studying the Amazon Rainforest. The botanist had sent a distress signal and had requested the help of the police.

Upon arrival at the rainforest, Inspector Gadget, Penny, and Brain are greeted by native tribesmen and an attractive woman named Dr. Greenfinger, who works at the local botanical research center. Dr. Greenfinger informs Inspector Gadget that strange occurrences have been happening around the rainforest, including the disappearance of animals and strange plants sprouting up around the research center.

As Inspector Gadget begins his investigation, he quickly discovers that Dr. Greenfinger may not be as trustworthy as she seems. With Penny and Brain's help, Inspector Gadget must navigate through the treacherous rainforest and battle dangerous creatures while unraveling the mystery of the botanist's disappearance.

Along the way, Inspector Gadget utilizes his many gadgets, including his famous Gadget Copter and Gadget Skates, to assist him in his mission. However, his gadgets prove to be more of a hindrance than a help, as they often malfunction or cause chaos.

As the investigation progresses, Inspector Gadget and Penny discover that the strange occurrences are the result of Dr. Greenfinger's evil plan to take over the rainforest and use its resources to fuel her own scientific experiments. With the help of Brain and the rainforest's tribespeople, Inspector Gadget and Penny must put an end to Dr. Greenfinger's scheme.

"The Amazon" is a thrilling episode that showcases the action, humor, and charm that make Inspector Gadget such a beloved cartoon. With its lush animation, memorable characters, and exciting storyline, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the series.