Ep 6. Jurassic Joyride / Take A Hike
- TV-G
- March 14, 1998
- 23 min
Ned's Newt is an animated series about the adventures of Ned Flemkin, a young boy who discovers a talking newt named Newton in a rare pet shop. In season 1 episode 6 titled "Jurassic Joyride / Take A Hike," the viewer is taken on two distinct journeys.
The first episode "Jurassic Joyride" starts with Ned's obsession with dinosaurs. He's so obsessed that he creates a virtual reality simulator that allows him to experience a dinosaur world. He invites his best friend Skip and neighbor Linda to join him, but his pet newt Newton, who is always up for an adventure, insists on joining them. The group transports to a prehistoric world and finds themselves surrounded by dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes. While exploring, the group finds an egg and decides to take it with them. The adventure quickly turns sour when a massive Tyrannosaurus rex discovers the egg is missing and starts chasing the group. The group must find a way to outrun the dinosaur and return the egg to its rightful owner before it's too late.
The second episode "Take A Hike" is about Ned's love for nature. He invites his friends Skip and Linda on a hike to explore the woods. However, Newton refuses to go on the hike because he hates the outdoors. Ned convinces Newton to come along and promises him an adventure unlike any other. The group soon discovers a beautiful waterfall and decides to take a dip in the nearby pond. However, things get a little crazy when a bee in Skip's soda causes him to go into a frenzy. The group then discovers a large bear nearby, sending the group into a panic. Newton, being the adventurous newt he is, saves the day and surprises everyone with his bravery and outdoor skills.
Overall, season 1 episode 6 of Ned's Newt is a series of fun-filled adventures that takes its viewers on a thrilling journey through time and nature. The animation is bright and colorful, the characters are engaging, and the adventures are exciting. The Jurassic Joyride episode is a great way to teach children about different dinosaur species and how they lived. Whereas the Take A Hike episode encourages children to explore the outdoors and appreciate nature. Both episodes succeed in entertaining its viewers, and it's a great show to watch as a family.