Ep 16. The Man in the Moon
- October 18, 1980
Super Friends is a classic animated TV show that features some of the most beloved superheroes from the DC Universe, including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman. In season 5 episode 16, titled "The Man in the Moon," the Super Friends are called upon to investigate strange activities on the moon.
The episode begins with the Super Friends receiving a distress signal from their friend Marvin, who has been abducted by aliens. The team quickly springs into action and heads to space to rescue him. As they approach the moon, they notice that something is off - the normal craters and terrain have been replaced by strange structures and buildings.
Upon landing on the moon, the Super Friends meet a group of friendly alien beings who explain that their moon has been taken over by a mysterious figure known only as "The Man in the Moon." This being has been using mind control to take over the inhabitants of the moon and force them to build his structures. The Super Friends are horrified by this news and vow to put an end to The Man in the Moon's reign of terror.
The first challenge the Super Friends face is breaking through the force field that The Man in the Moon has erected around his base. Despite using their superpowers, the barrier proves to be too strong for them to penetrate. However, they soon discover that the aliens have a unique item - a moonstone that emits a powerful energy that can disrupt the force field.
Using the moonstone, the Super Friends are able to break through the barrier and confront The Man in the Moon. They are shocked to discover that he is actually an alien being, much like their friends. The Man in the Moon reveals that he had been banished to the moon by his own people due to his dangerous experiments with mind control. He had been using the inhabitants of the moon as test subjects for his experiments.
The Super Friends are appalled by The Man in the Moon's actions, but they also feel compassion for him. They realize that he is ultimately a victim of his own curiosity and ambition, and that he has been living in isolation on the moon for far too long. They decide to help him by using their own special powers to counteract his mind control - freeing the inhabitants of the moon and putting an end to his experiments.
In the end, the Super Friends are able to bring peace to the moon and free Marvin from captivity. They return to Earth, knowing that they have made a positive impact on the world once again. "The Man in the Moon" is a thrilling episode that highlights the importance of compassion and understanding, while also showcasing the Super Friends' incredible powers and teamwork.