Ep 7. Michelangelo Meets Bugman Again
- TV-Y7
- September 24, 1991
- 23 min
Michelangelo Meets Bugman Again is an episode from the fifth season of the popular animated TV series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987). The show features four mutant turtles named after Italian Renaissance artists and trained in martial arts by their rodent sensei, Splinter. The turtles live in the sewers of New York City and fight against various criminal organizations and super villains to protect the city.
In this episode, Michelangelo, one of the four turtles, has an encounter with an old friend, Bugman, whom he hasn't seen in a long time. Bugman is a scientist who was transformed into a human-insect hybrid by an accident in his lab. As a result, he has the power to communicate with insects and control them to do his bidding.
Michelangelo and Bugman reunite when the latter is captured by Shredder, the turtles' arch-nemesis, who plans to use his insect-controlling abilities for his evil schemes. Michelangelo, who has a close relationship with Bugman, is determined to rescue him and prevent Shredder from getting his hands on Bugman's power.
The episode is action-packed, with Michelangelo using his ninja skills and wit to navigate through Shredder's lair and rescue Bugman. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, including traps set by Shredder's henchmen and attacks from the giant insects that Bugman controls.
As the story unfolds, viewers see Michelangelo's loyalty and compassion for Bugman as he risks his life to save him. The episode also highlights the importance of friendship and the lengths people will go to help those they care about.
Overall, Michelangelo Meets Bugman Again is an entertaining and engaging episode of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987). With its mix of humor, action, and heartwarming moments, it provides a great example of the show's appeal to audiences of all ages.