Ep 1. Monster's Great Escape; Game Boys
- TV-Y7
- August 4, 2012
- 23 min
Robot & Monster is a cartoon series about the friendship between a robot and a monster who are living together in a futuristic world. In season 1, episode 1, Monster's Great Escape; Game Boys, the audience is introduced to the two main characters and their unique perspectives on life.
The episode begins with Robot and Monster playing a game called "Grab Bag" which involves catching random objects that are tossed at them by their pet dog, Marf. They are having fun until Monster accidentally crashes into a window and breaks it. Robot scolds Monster, reminding him that they can't afford any more damages because they are already behind on their rent.
Later, Robot is at work at the Blinking Light Factory while Monster is bored at home. Monster decides to sneak into Robot's workplace to try and get a job, thinking that it will be more exciting than sitting around doing nothing. He disguises himself as a robot by wearing a box on his head and walks into the factory unnoticed.
Once inside, Monster finds a group of robots playing a game called "Robot Racer" which involves miniature robotic race cars. Monster is excited to join in, but the robots make fun of him for not being a real robot. Monster gets frustrated and decides to leave, but accidentally knocks over a stack of boxes and causes a chain reaction that creates chaos in the factory.
Robot catches Monster in the act and scolds him again, but this time Monster runs off feeling embarrassed and unappreciated. Robot realizes that he was too hard on Monster and goes to find him. Meanwhile, Monster gets lost in the city and eventually finds himself in a playground where a group of kids are playing "Game Boy" - a game that involves running around and trying to catch each other.
Monster joins in and has a great time, forgetting about his problems for a while. However, Robot eventually catches up with him and tells him that he needs to come home. Monster doesn't want to leave the game, but Robot convinces him that they can create their own version of "Game Boy" that they can play at home.
Once they get back to their apartment, Robot and Monster use their creativity and resourcefulness to construct their own version of the game using household items. They have a blast playing together and both realize that they don't need to rely on outside sources for entertainment or fulfillment - they have each other.
The episode ends with Robot and Monster falling asleep on the couch, exhausted from their game. Marf joins them and the three of them snuggle up together, happy and content.
In conclusion, Robot & Monster season 1 episode 1 is a heartwarming introduction to the main characters and their dynamic. It shows the audience that despite being different from each other, Robot and Monster have a strong bond and look out for each other. The episode also teaches the importance of creativity and resourcefulness in finding joy in life.