Ep 6. My Son, the Frogfish / A Day for Papa
- TV-Y
- 26 min
Splash and Bubbles is an American animated television series created by John Tartaglia and produced by The Jim Henson Company. The series follows the adventures of a group of underwater creatures, including Splash, a yellow fusilier fish, and his best friend Bubbles, a Mandarin dragonet.
In season 2, episode 6 titled "My Son, the Frogfish / A Day for Papa," the group is excitedly preparing for a special day to celebrate fathers and father figures in the ocean.
During the first half of the episode, titled "My Son, the Frogfish," viewers follow the story of Dunk, a blue and yellow frogfish who discovers that he's going to be a father. He is nervous about this new change, as he's not sure how to be a good dad. Together with his friend Splash, Dunk sets out to learn all about how frogfish fathers take care of their young.
As the episode progresses, Dunk learns that frogfish fathers are actually very hands-on when it comes to taking care of their eggs. They spend most of their time guarding the eggs and keeping them safe from predators until they hatch into baby fish. Inspired by the dedication of frogfish fathers, Dunk decides that he is ready to be a good dad too.
In the second half of the episode, titled "A Day for Papa," viewers follow the story of Ripple, a pink clownfish who is excitedly preparing a special surprise for her father on Father's Day. She enlists the help of her friends Splash, Bubbles, and Dunk to create a special card and present for him.
As they work on their surprise, Ripple and her friends reflect on all the wonderful things their dads and father figures do for them. They also learn about the unique ways that different creatures in the ocean care for their young.
When Father's Day arrives, Ripple and her friends present their gifts to their dads, who are touched by their thoughtfulness and love. The episode ends with the group spending the rest of the day swimming and playing together, thankful for the special bond they share with their fathers.
Overall, "My Son, the Frogfish / A Day for Papa" is a heartwarming episode that celebrates the important role fathers play in the lives of their children. Through the stories of Dunk and Ripple, viewers learn about the unique ways that different creatures in the ocean care for their young, and are reminded of the love and dedication that all fathers share.
