Ep 12. Ghost Story / Chuckie's Complaint
- TVY
- March 27, 1999
- 23 min
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7.3 (92)
In season 6 episode 12 of Rugrats, titled "Ghost Story / Chuckie's Complaint," things take a spooky turn for the babies as they spend the night at Tommy's house. When Angelica tells them a scary story about a ghost, they all become frightened, with Chuckie in particular being unable to shake off his fear.
Meanwhile, Chuckie's dad Chas is dealing with a different kind of complaint - his son is unhappy with their new nanny, and Chas is struggling to find a solution that will make everyone happy. As Chas chats with his friend Stu about his troubles, the babies overhear and hatch a plan to help Chuckie feel better.
Back at Tommy's house, the babies are busy trying to stay awake and stay safe from the ghost. They decide to build a fort to protect themselves, but it ends up collapsing on top of them. As they try to free themselves from the rubble, they discover that the "ghost" is actually just Spike, Tommy's dog. Relieved that they aren't in danger, the babies settle down to sleep.
The next day, Chas and Chuckie arrive to pick up the babies, but Chuckie is still upset about the nanny. The babies come up with a scheme to switch places with the nanny and show Chuckie how much fun they can have with her. Their plan goes awry when the real nanny shows up unexpectedly, causing chaos as they try to hide their activities from her. In the end, though, Chuckie realizes that his friends are enough to make him happy, and the babies all share a group hug.
Overall, "Ghost Story / Chuckie's Complaint" is a fun and lighthearted episode of Rugrats, with some spooky moments balanced out by the babies' usual antics. Chuckie's struggles with fear and disappointment are relatable and well-handled, and the resolution is satisfying without being too heavy-handed. Fans of the show will enjoy this episode for its classic blend of humor, heart, and adventure.