Ep 14. Invasion of the Gleeks
- October 11, 1980
Invasion of the Gleeks is the 14th episode of the 5th season of the popular animated show, Super Friends. The episode starts with an unusual event when small creatures called the Gleeks from the planet Exor invade Earth. The Gleeks are known for being playful and harmless creatures, but they are causing chaos on Earth by creating mischief and wreaking havoc everywhere they go.
The Super Friends, comprised of Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman, Robin, Aquaman, and others, is called upon by the authorities to help deal with the problem. The Super Friends quickly realize that the Gleeks are just scared and lost, and they need to return them back to their own planet.
As the Super Friends set out to find a way to transport the Gleeks back to their planet, they encounter unexpected challenges. The Gleeks are fiercely loyal to one another, and they are doing everything in their power to avoid being separated from each other. The Super Friends try different approaches, but nothing seems to work.
Meanwhile, a group of evil aliens has been monitoring the situation. The aliens see an opportunity to take advantage of the Gleeks' loyalty and use them to their advantage. The aliens plan to use the Gleeks as a distraction while they invade Earth.
The Super Friends become aware of the aliens' plan and launch a counter-attack. But they soon realize that they are outnumbered, and they need to come up with a new strategy to defeat the invaders. The Super Friends work together to create a plan that involves using the Gleeks' unique abilities to their advantage. With the help of the Gleeks, they successfully defend Earth against the aliens and restore order.
In the end, the Super Friends are able to return the Gleeks to their planet. The Gleeks are grateful to the Super Friends for their help, and they promise to repay the favor if ever needed again.
Overall, Invasion of the Gleeks is an exciting and adventurous episode that showcases the strength and unity of the Super Friends. The episode also highlights the importance of empathy and understanding, as the Super Friends strive to help the Gleeks while also defending Earth against the evil alien invaders.
