29 reviews
First Season Watchable: Beyond That Deterioration: The Beginning of the End
- voicemaster71
- Jan 4, 2007
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40 years ago this season this show put Scooby Doo down the toilet...
In the fall of 1969, Scooby Doo Where Are You became a surprise hit for CBS' rising saturday morning cartoon lineup, which dominated the ratings and then some until ABC scooped up the rights for the show after The Scooby Doo Movies was cancelled in the spring of 1974 after a two year run on CBS. The Scooby Doo and Dynomutt Hour, which would become two separate shows in the third season and shown in syndication in the early 1980s as the Dynomutt Dog Wonder and The Scooby Doo Show series, was a hit for ABC as well as the All Star Laff a Lympics cartoon which was inspired by the popularity of the games on tv. In the fall of 1979, Hanna Barbera introduced a new character named Scrappy Doo, Scooby's son, and during the first season, ratings were huge. Before that, Scooby Doo's first movie, Scooby Goes to Hollywood, did ok. After the good first season, the next two went downhill, so Hanna Barbera put Scooby Doo along with Richie Rich for an hour of fun and then put Scooby Doo with the Puppy's Adventures, which originated from Ruby Spears as a special on TV before Taft bought Ruby Spears so that they could work with Hanna Barbera on the special. A new character, Yabba Doo, was introduced, but that didn't help as the popularity of The Smurfs made NBC huge ratings, and by then it was canceled, forcing Hanna Barbera to rerun segments featuring Scrappy and company while creating new shows without scrappy that didn't do well, The New Scooby Doo show, the Scooby Doo Mysteries, and the 13 Ghosts of Scooby Doo, followed two years later by a Pup Names Scooby Doo and a cartoon network tv show series.
- justin-fencsak
- Apr 14, 2020
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We really need ratings per season
Because my rating is solely for the first season, which was already a mixed bag.
The 2-4th seasons are in entirely other format, and not even mysterie-solving. Actualy, the "stories" degenerate to Shaggy, Scooby and Scrappy burglaring to someone's place (usualy a supernatural being, just to elevate the experience from rock bottom to center of the Earf), insult the owners, cause massive property damage, then escape, while the audience is supposed to cheer for them.
Now this part is bad. Let's say 3/10.
The 2-4th seasons are in entirely other format, and not even mysterie-solving. Actualy, the "stories" degenerate to Shaggy, Scooby and Scrappy burglaring to someone's place (usualy a supernatural being, just to elevate the experience from rock bottom to center of the Earf), insult the owners, cause massive property damage, then escape, while the audience is supposed to cheer for them.
Now this part is bad. Let's say 3/10.
- gacsogergely
- Jan 5, 2022
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Puppy Power!
This is the show that finally killed the Scooby-Doo series. I'll be honest and say that I enjoyed the first season of the show. For one thing the addition of Scrappy was something new and fresh to the series and it was funny when Scrappy would say "da, da, da, daa, PUPPY POWER!" and run of to fight the villain. Forcing Scooby to go save him. The show was doing good with the gang still solving mysteries and all. The show had some major flaws in it's first season with the hidden jokes out the window and the villains being the worst in the series. Still I guess the familiarity with the characters made the show watchable and a bit enjoyable.
Then the unthinkable happened! The gang suddenly disappeared, there were no more solving mysteries and it was just Scooby, Shaggy, and Scrappy (The Three "S") just wandering around. That's when everything went downhill. The show became extremely lame and unwatchable, above all Scrappy became the certain of attention. Thus making him the most annoying character ever to be conceived.
He worked in the first season because like Scooby-Dum in The Scooby-Doo show he wasn't the focus but once Scrappy became the focus the series came to a sudden end.
Then the unthinkable happened! The gang suddenly disappeared, there were no more solving mysteries and it was just Scooby, Shaggy, and Scrappy (The Three "S") just wandering around. That's when everything went downhill. The show became extremely lame and unwatchable, above all Scrappy became the certain of attention. Thus making him the most annoying character ever to be conceived.
He worked in the first season because like Scooby-Dum in The Scooby-Doo show he wasn't the focus but once Scrappy became the focus the series came to a sudden end.
- TheTVConnoisseur
- Jun 30, 2003
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Could be better
In my opinion, one of the best animated series of Warner Bros. always. A great classic. It becomes a bit drier to see more than 3/4 episodes afterwards. But even so I highly recommend it.
- afonsobritofalves
- Sep 12, 2018
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Some puppy power!
Scooby, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne and Velma are back once again to catch ghostly villains. But this time, they are joined by Scooby's hyper and feisty miniature nephew, Scrappy Doo.
The entire gang is here during the first reason, and Scrappy blended in well with the Mystery, Inc. gang. In my opinion, the story does better when there is more screen time with Fred, Daphne and Velma as they contribute more to the plot and give out more humor and suspense. Scrappy was a fun addition at first, but as the show progressed further into the other seasons, his overzealousness and him wanting to fight a lot was a bit too much.
It was a pretty entertaining show at first, but the original gang minus the pup is preferable - especially true when later seasons only featured Scooby, Shaggy and Scrappy. By the time that happened, the mystery-solving suspense and fun were gone and what we were left with was basic, childish and casual cartoon fare with little or no plot/relevance.
Grade B-
The entire gang is here during the first reason, and Scrappy blended in well with the Mystery, Inc. gang. In my opinion, the story does better when there is more screen time with Fred, Daphne and Velma as they contribute more to the plot and give out more humor and suspense. Scrappy was a fun addition at first, but as the show progressed further into the other seasons, his overzealousness and him wanting to fight a lot was a bit too much.
It was a pretty entertaining show at first, but the original gang minus the pup is preferable - especially true when later seasons only featured Scooby, Shaggy and Scrappy. By the time that happened, the mystery-solving suspense and fun were gone and what we were left with was basic, childish and casual cartoon fare with little or no plot/relevance.
Grade B-
- OllieSuave-007
- Jan 3, 2017
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Decent entertainment for kids, disappointing for fans
I grew up on Scooby Doo Where Are You, and I still love it. It is one of my favourite cartoons along with Darkwing Duck, Talespin, Peter Pan and the Pirates and Tom and Jerry. This show though is good for kids, the voices are good(Don Messick and Casey Kasem are perfect as Scooby and Shaggy), the theme tune is tolerable and it has some nice animation in the first season. However it is rather disappointing. I normally don't mind Scrappy, but when he appears to be like the main character, it gets annoying fast. Complete with the over-used catchphrase Puppy Power and ear-grating voice, Scrappy is more annoying than usual. Also half the gang are missing after the first year, somehow it didn't feel like Scooby Doo. And the jokes and the story lines after that point were in general lame and unoriginal(though the first season did have some tired jokes and could have had more edge, not much atmosphere here though somewhat fun), very little chasing monsters or unmasking the baddies. As for the villains in the season where all the gang were present, only Lady Vampire and Night Ghoul are the ones I deem memorable, others were either forgettable(Ghost of Jeremiah Pratt and Sky Skeleton) or too obvious(Alien and Blue Scarab) and most while not particularly inspired are acceptable. All in all, not as bad as Shaggy and Scooby Doo:Get a Clue, but this show is disappointing. 4/10 for the animation, voices, theme tune and the fact it is nice for kids. Bethany Cox
- TheLittleSongbird
- Jan 27, 2010
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A Good Show for Kids
This show started out with great mystery episodes. I think everyone is in the first 15 or 16 episodes. After that, the show started playing short episodes with Shaggy, Scooby doo, and Scrappy doo.
I think Hanna Barbera Productions had to change 20 minutes episodes into short episodes. Some of the voice actors became unavailable. After 15 or 16 episodes, Frank Welker (who played Fred) became unavailable. I believe the voice of Velma changes after first 11 episodes, because the first voice actress (Patricia Stevens)who played Velma was unavailable due to health reasons. So Marla Frumkin took over for the role of Velma. Lennie Weinrib who played Scrappy also became unavailable. I heard that this had to do with some of the voice actors being involved in the big 1980 strike. So Don Messick ended up playing both Scooby doo and Scrappy doo.
And the network ordered the Hanna Barbera studio to make more episodes. So they ended making shorts with Shaggy, Scooby doo, and Scrappy doo. I love the first 16 episodes, because these episodes had to do with mysteries. I liked other ones. But not as much as the first 16 episodes. But I cannot blame Hanna Barbera, because this happened due to the unavailability of voice actors and actresses who were involved in 1980 strike.
I think Hanna Barbera Productions had to change 20 minutes episodes into short episodes. Some of the voice actors became unavailable. After 15 or 16 episodes, Frank Welker (who played Fred) became unavailable. I believe the voice of Velma changes after first 11 episodes, because the first voice actress (Patricia Stevens)who played Velma was unavailable due to health reasons. So Marla Frumkin took over for the role of Velma. Lennie Weinrib who played Scrappy also became unavailable. I heard that this had to do with some of the voice actors being involved in the big 1980 strike. So Don Messick ended up playing both Scooby doo and Scrappy doo.
And the network ordered the Hanna Barbera studio to make more episodes. So they ended making shorts with Shaggy, Scooby doo, and Scrappy doo. I love the first 16 episodes, because these episodes had to do with mysteries. I liked other ones. But not as much as the first 16 episodes. But I cannot blame Hanna Barbera, because this happened due to the unavailability of voice actors and actresses who were involved in 1980 strike.
- rexshard93
- Mar 5, 2008
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Scooby and Scrappy-Doo
- jboothmillard
- May 23, 2005
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I LOVE SCRAPPY DOO
The addition of scrappy doo was brilliant. The addition was unique and I think scrappy doo was very fun to watch, His humble looks up to his uncle scooby doo, I want him to return if not for scrappy doo. Scooby doo would be called scooby who, This time around people are treating poor scrappy doo poorly I mean spongebob is annoying but everyone loves him and gumball, which isn't very fair, I mean Does everyone hates scooby's cousin: scooby dum and Brother Yabba doo? This is so not fair #JUSTICE 4 SCRAPPY DOO, I LOVE THAT CUTE BEAUTIFUL GREAT DANE PUPPY, SCOOBY DOO'S NEPHEW, I FORGIVE SCRAPPY DOO AND WANT HIM REDEEM AND TO MAKE A COMEBACK.
- salifyangambi
- May 23, 2023
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excruciating to watch unless you are very young or very stupid
- planktonrules
- Jun 16, 2006
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What the F-word was this?
Scrappy-Doo SUCKS! WHAT THE HECK WAS THIS?!?! The first season was alright because it had the gang solving mysteries like usual but the only difference was that they had Scrappy-Doo as there new member. Scrappy was okay at first and it was funny when he used to say "Puppy Power!" but that only lasted a year. After that year when all the characters except Fred, Velma, and sometimes Daphne were gone and there wasn't any more mysteries it just began to suck. Scrappy just got really annoying! I felt like sticking "Puppy Power" up his you know what.
Horrible show! PLEASE AVOID THIS PROGRAM!
Horrible show! PLEASE AVOID THIS PROGRAM!
- TheMan3051
- Jun 27, 2002
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Scraps of Doo
Hurriedly produced junk; this is the cheap fast food of morning cartoons. While I understand it's not high-brow scripts...the simplistic plots, poor artwork and terrible voice acting must have made Casey Kasem cringe. It's bad enough we have to suspend disbelief for one talking dog...do we really need a puppy voiced by an old man from the Bronx? Heck, we don't even get that classic theme song. I fully expect the viewers have flat foreheads from facepalms.
Zoinks, jeepers and jinkies too are over used idiosyncrasies that don't fit into the time period these were produced. Quality was not a requirement.
Zoinks, jeepers and jinkies too are over used idiosyncrasies that don't fit into the time period these were produced. Quality was not a requirement.
The most dynamic series by far (with the exception of Scrappy)
This was actually my favorite series of Scooby Doo when I was younger. I thought each episode had more of an edge to it and the villains had a lot of creative thought put into them (and even very scary and believable as well). Some of the best episodes were "I Left My Neck In San Francisco", "Twenty Thousand Screams Under The Sea", "The Ghoul, The Bat And The Ugly" and "When You Wish Upon A Star Creature". If you have never seen these episodes please do. This series was a bit of a mixed bag though as there were other episodes which didn't seem to have the same kind of edge to them such as "Rocky Mountain YIIII!" and "The Ransom Of Scooby Chief". As like the series before it, it was very well put together, interesting storyline and brilliantly drawn. As everyone says though, it would have been so much better without Scrappy Doo. The character was tiresome and distracting to the story that was being told.
Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo
Scrappy doesn't deserve to be hated
- DragonLover1999
- Sep 14, 2023
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Scrappy Doo Doo
Look I guess it's worth a watch if you're a big Scooby Doo fan like myself but this is just so bad. Scrappy Doo is so damn annoying, the catch phrase, the forcing Scooby and shaggy to pursue the monster, etc. He ruins the whole dynamic of the show. There is no trap towards the end just scrappy yelling puppy power and either "catching" the baddy or screwing up and things just work out in the end anyways. Mysteries do seem more complex, you are almost always guaranteed 3 potential suspects ... but I can't say that makes it better than the episodes with only one. The pacing is so lob sided ... it's just very poorly put together. You're much better off with SD Where Are You, the New SD Movies, and the SD show. By the time the 80's hit the grooviness has worn off :(
- SoIcyBroadcast
- Aug 5, 2022
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Scooby and Scrappy-Poo
I've always loved (and I still do by the way) Scooby-Doo and his gang. The first series, which started in 1969, were funny and had interesting monsters. Of course all the monsters turned out to be criminals dressed up as monsters to scare people away, but... who cares? 'Scooby and Scrappy-Doo' began in 1979. Fred, Daphne and Velma were put aside for most of the adventures and Scrappy-Doo filled the gap. Scooby and Shaggy (the two best things of the entire series) remained.
Scooby, Scrappy and Shaggy's voices are very well done, but the voices of the additional characters aren't. For instance, the 'cat man' (episode 21, season 2) sounds terrible and annoying. Although made ten years later, the animation didn't improve. It actually got worse. The drawing is bad and irregular and the same goes for the animation itself. And there's even more to dislike. Especially if you don't like hearing "p-p-puppy p-p-power" and "i'll splat him" coming from Scrappy every two or three minutes.
A bigger part for Scrappy is probably one of the things which destroyed this series. But this is also the fault of the script writers. Most of the episodes (except the ones from season 1) haven't got anything to do with ghouls and ghosts, the jokes are bad and the characters constantly say basically the same.
So, to sum it all up: bad drawing and animation, bad jokes, Scrappy and bad episodes. Stay away from this! It's very unpleasant.
4 out of 10 / 1* out of 5*
Scooby, Scrappy and Shaggy's voices are very well done, but the voices of the additional characters aren't. For instance, the 'cat man' (episode 21, season 2) sounds terrible and annoying. Although made ten years later, the animation didn't improve. It actually got worse. The drawing is bad and irregular and the same goes for the animation itself. And there's even more to dislike. Especially if you don't like hearing "p-p-puppy p-p-power" and "i'll splat him" coming from Scrappy every two or three minutes.
A bigger part for Scrappy is probably one of the things which destroyed this series. But this is also the fault of the script writers. Most of the episodes (except the ones from season 1) haven't got anything to do with ghouls and ghosts, the jokes are bad and the characters constantly say basically the same.
So, to sum it all up: bad drawing and animation, bad jokes, Scrappy and bad episodes. Stay away from this! It's very unpleasant.
4 out of 10 / 1* out of 5*
An Honest Review
I am so ashamed of myself. I still have vague memorizes of running around my parents house shouting "Puppy power!!!" But in my defense, this originally aired in 1979, the year I was born and when you're that young you think sticking a banana in your year is funny.
And your parents encourage it because they think it's cute and....
I feel dirty.
The bottom line is that Hannah-Barbara lost their original audience when they aged out and thought that, maybe, adding characters that appealed to rug rats like me would get their old viewers back...it didn't work.
it failed and even as a kid doing that utterly unforgivable thing that will probably guarantee me a ticket straight downstairs when I die...people my age still preferred the New Scooby Doo movies with the celebrity guest stars that weren't really relevant to us over Scrappy Doo.
Fact.
It makes me want to cry.
And your parents encourage it because they think it's cute and....
I feel dirty.
The bottom line is that Hannah-Barbara lost their original audience when they aged out and thought that, maybe, adding characters that appealed to rug rats like me would get their old viewers back...it didn't work.
it failed and even as a kid doing that utterly unforgivable thing that will probably guarantee me a ticket straight downstairs when I die...people my age still preferred the New Scooby Doo movies with the celebrity guest stars that weren't really relevant to us over Scrappy Doo.
Fact.
It makes me want to cry.
- generationofswine
- Mar 31, 2017
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A Classic Cartoon Gem: Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo
Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo holds a special place in my heart, and I couldn't be happier to give it a stellar nine-star review. This timeless cartoon series has captivated audiences for generations, and with good reason. The dynamic trio of Scooby, Shaggy, and the lovable Scrappy-Doo never fail to deliver entertaining adventures filled with mystery, humor, and plenty of hijinks.
I must admit, I have a soft spot for Scrappy-Doo. His boundless energy, unwavering bravery, and infectious enthusiasm always bring a smile to my face. From his iconic catchphrase "Puppy Power!" to his relentless pursuit of solving mysteries alongside his uncle Scooby, Scrappy-Doo embodies the spirit of adventure and courage.
Now, let's address the elephant in the room: the Yabba-Doo episodes. While I adore Scrappy-Doo, I don't share the same sentiment towards his uncle, Yabba-Doo. These episodes may not have resonated as strongly with me, but they certainly don't tarnish the overall brilliance of the series. In fact, they serve as a reminder of the show's willingness to experiment and introduce new characters, even if they don't always hit the mark.
Despite any minor hiccups along the way, Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo remains a beloved classic that continues to entertain audiences of all ages. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering the series for the first time, you're in for a treat. So grab some Scooby Snacks, gather your friends, and embark on a thrilling adventure with Scooby, Shaggy, and the incomparable Scrappy-Doo. It's a journey you won't soon forget!
I must admit, I have a soft spot for Scrappy-Doo. His boundless energy, unwavering bravery, and infectious enthusiasm always bring a smile to my face. From his iconic catchphrase "Puppy Power!" to his relentless pursuit of solving mysteries alongside his uncle Scooby, Scrappy-Doo embodies the spirit of adventure and courage.
Now, let's address the elephant in the room: the Yabba-Doo episodes. While I adore Scrappy-Doo, I don't share the same sentiment towards his uncle, Yabba-Doo. These episodes may not have resonated as strongly with me, but they certainly don't tarnish the overall brilliance of the series. In fact, they serve as a reminder of the show's willingness to experiment and introduce new characters, even if they don't always hit the mark.
Despite any minor hiccups along the way, Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo remains a beloved classic that continues to entertain audiences of all ages. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering the series for the first time, you're in for a treat. So grab some Scooby Snacks, gather your friends, and embark on a thrilling adventure with Scooby, Shaggy, and the incomparable Scrappy-Doo. It's a journey you won't soon forget!
- JosephAndrewThomas
- Mar 4, 2024
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Good one!
When this show was on I watched it every time I could! I thought that the characters were really funny and all had great personalities. The animation in My opinion was crisp, clean, and really clear. Not to mention beautiful! Most of the characters in this show are like the hilarious Looney Tunes characters that we all love. in My opinion these characters are the funnies and talented ever seen. In fact, The things that goes on in this series' cartoons are in My opinion nuts which that is what makes them hilarious! There are so many to like and laugh at and the silly things they do! If you like the original Looney Tunes then I strongly recommend that you watch this show!
- Movie Nuttball
- Jul 14, 2005
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Scooby's worst show ever.
Scooby's laff-a-lympics had enter it's third season and along with another Scooby Doo cartoon. I enjoyed Scooby up into his annoying nephew came in the picture. Since his brave-hearted nephew came on the scene the chase scenes died down. I loved the chase scenes in the Scooby Doo cartoons especially when Scoob and Shaggy disguise themselves to get away from the villains. Till this day I wonder how this little pup became so popular that Hanna-Barbera took Fred,Daphne,and Velma off the show. In 1983 this mutt had his own show (puppy new adventures) supposedly a spin-off. Then the rest of the gang returned a year later with the show titled "Scooby's New Mysteries". I wonder how this mutt kept five years of popularity without the whole Scooby mysteries inc. gang.
- IrockGswift
- Feb 10, 2003
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Scrappy's the Best!
Scrappy is my favourite character in this series. He's cute, brave, funny, loyal, enthusiastic, articulate & modest. He adores his Uncle Scooby and gives him the credit for everything. Although Scrappy often gets Scooby & Shaggy into trouble they're still fond of him. I don't care what people say. With Scrappy the show got better, not worse. And if he really was unpopular, surely they would have written him out? Thank you, Hanna Barbera for creating him.
Scooby Doo *NOT* Scrappy Too!
Well... Scoob & Shag and the gang were great. They're still as popular today with the kiddies as they were 20(!) years ago!
BUT... it is a fairly commonly-held perception that Scrappy Doo was the WORST thing that ever happened to saturday morning cartoons. Who at Hanna-Barbera decided that Scooby Doo needed a sidekick? And one with an annoying voice at well. Sure, his foolhardy bravado provided a counterpoint to Shaggy and Scooby's cowardice but for most people it was the end of an enjoyable series... and a premonition of the sludge that was soon to flood the Saturday morning airwaves.
BUT... it is a fairly commonly-held perception that Scrappy Doo was the WORST thing that ever happened to saturday morning cartoons. Who at Hanna-Barbera decided that Scooby Doo needed a sidekick? And one with an annoying voice at well. Sure, his foolhardy bravado provided a counterpoint to Shaggy and Scooby's cowardice but for most people it was the end of an enjoyable series... and a premonition of the sludge that was soon to flood the Saturday morning airwaves.
- Jedi Clerk
- Dec 2, 2000
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Scrappy Doo, saturday morning's answer to Oliver Brady.
That's right! That's what i said. Saturday morning's answer to Oliver Brady! How dare those guys over at Hanna Barbera make such an annoying waste of time like Scrappy Doo! And make an all time great on saturday morning turn into a horrible piece of dog poo in a 30 minute span! Scrappy, always respect your elders especially your uncle Scooby. But what did he do? He came to the show, and screwed it up! Making Scooby look bad in an instant! The end of a great cartoon was foreshadowed when this little mutt wandered along! Where's his parents when you need them? Probably couldn't stand putting up with the little runt, and possibly blackmailed Scooby into taking care of him. The show's plots weren't scary anymore when this little twit came along. He probably made the dork in the costume laugh until he died! Really, Scooby must be ashamed of his nephew. The poor dog must have suffered a cardiac arrest after he did an episode with his show killing nephew. Bottom line: Scrappy Doo killed Scooby Doo, and killed Saturday morning cartoons forever!