Ep 13. Johnny Makeover / Back on Shaq
- TVY7
- August 27, 2004
- 21 min
Johnny Makeover / Back on Shaq is the thirteenth episode of the fourth season of the popular animated series Johnny Bravo. This episode follows the eponymous protagonist, Johnny, as he attempts to undergo a transformation to impress a girl and then tries to rekindle his basketball dreams with the help of NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal.
In the first segment of the episode, Johnny Makeover, Johnny becomes smitten with a beautiful hairdresser and is convinced that he needs to change his appearance to win her over. He enlists the help of his friend Carl, who is an expert on personal grooming. Together, Johnny and Carl set out to transform Johnny into a stylish and sophisticated gentleman.
The makeover process is a hilarious series of mishaps and misunderstandings. Johnny refuses to let go of his trademark hairstyle, which Carl insists is outdated and unattractive. The two friends argue and bicker throughout the process, with Johnny insisting on keeping his old wardrobe and Carl finding increasingly eccentric solutions to update Johnny's look. Ultimately, their efforts are for naught as Johnny's attempts to impress the hairdresser fall flat.
In the second segment, Back on Shaq, Johnny discovers an old basketball that he used to play with as a child. He becomes nostalgic for the days when he was the star of his local basketball team, leading them to victory in the annual tournament. However, as he tries to relive his glory days, Johnny realizes that he has lost all his basketball skills and is no longer able to play at the same level.
Determined to regain his basketball prowess, Johnny seeks out Shaquille O'Neal, who is in town hosting a charity basketball game. At first, Shaq is dismissive of Johnny's requests for help, but eventually agrees to train him in the basics of basketball. Shaq's training regimen is grueling, and Johnny struggles to keep up with the legendary athlete's demands.
Despite the obstacles, Johnny shows a surprising amount of perseverance and dedication. He dives headfirst into his training, giving it his all and never giving up, even when faced with discouraging setbacks. With Shaq's guidance and encouragement, Johnny slowly but surely begins to regain his basketball skills, culminating in a dramatic showdown on the court in front of a packed stadium.
Overall, Johnny Makeover / Back on Shaq is a hilarious and heartwarming episode that showcases Johnny's trademark sense of humor and determination. It's a great example of the show's ability to combine zany comedy with heartfelt moments, and is sure to appeal to fans of all ages.