Ep 10. Name That Toon
- TV-Y7
- September 21, 1990
- 22 min
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7.1 (89)
In season 4 episode 10 of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987), titled "Name That Toon," our beloved turtles find themselves participating in a game show called "Name That Toon," hosted by none other than Krang. The premise of the show? Answering questions about classic cartoon shows.
As the turtles settle into their seats on the set, they learn that the game show is being broadcast throughout the galaxy, pitting them against other contestants from all over. The stakes are high, and the turtles are determined to win.
The first round of questions deals with classic cartoons from the 1950s, and the turtles quickly show off their knowledge. But their hopes of an easy win are quickly dashed when it becomes clear that the other contestants are just as skilled.
The second round is even more intense, with questions about cartoons from the 1960s and 1970s. The turtles struggle a bit, but they manage to hold their own. However, they start to feel the pressure as they realize that they're tied for first place with another team of contestants.
As the game show continues, the questions get trickier and trickier, and the turtles become increasingly determined. They're not just playing for themselves – they're playing for all of the turtles out there who love cartoons as much as they do.
One of the most fun aspects of "Name That Toon" is the way it allows the turtles to show off their personalities. Raphael, as usual, is quick with a snarky comment, while Leonardo is more serious and focused. Michelangelo brings his signature goofiness to the show, and Donatello reveals himself as a bit of a trivia master.
Of course, Krang is up to his usual antics, providing a commentary that is both hilarious and annoying. As the game show goes on, he becomes increasingly desperate to win, and he starts resorting to cheating and other underhanded tactics.
Despite these obstacles, the turtles manage to hold on to their lead and make it to the final round. This round is a bit different – instead of answering questions, the contestants have to identify classic cartoon characters based on silhouette alone.
The turtles are up against their toughest opponents yet, but they manage to pull through with a bit of quick thinking and a lot of teamwork. In the end, they come out on top, winning the grand prize and becoming champions of "Name That Toon."
Overall, season 4 episode 10 of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987) is a fun and entertaining ode to classic cartoons of the past. It allows the turtles to showcase their personalities and skills in a way that feels true to the original series, and it provides plenty of laughs along the way. If you're a fan of the turtles or classic cartoons in general, "Name That Toon" is definitely worth a watch.