Some Assembly Required

About Some Assembly Required

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• Making / Production
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About

Some Assembly Required is a Canadian television show that aired from 2014 to 2016. It falls under the Kids' TV category, specifically targeting children between the ages of 11 and 12.

The show revolves around a group of teenagers who become employees of a toy company called Knickknack Toys. The main character, Jarvis Raines, wins a legal settlement against the company after a defective chemistry set causes his house to explode. Instead of taking the money, Jarvis decides to use it to become the owner of the company and attempts to modernize it with the help of his friends.

The series follows Jarvis and his friends as they face various challenges and learn valuable lessons about friendship, teamwork, and entrepreneurship. Each episode features a new toy product that the group needs to develop and market within a tight deadline.

Making / Production

Some Assembly Required was created by Dan Signer, known for his work on other successful children's shows such as The Suite Life on Deck and A.N.T. Farm. It was produced by Thunderbird Films and YTV, a Canadian television network.

The show was filmed in Vancouver, British Columbia, and utilized both studio sets and real locations to bring Knickknack Toys to life. The production team worked closely with toy experts to create realistic and engaging toy product concepts for each episode.

Actors

• Jarvis Raines - Portrayed by Kolton Stewart: Jarvis is the main character and the owner of Knickknack Toys. He is portrayed as intelligent, resourceful, and determined.
• Piper Gray - Portrayed by Charlie Storwick: Piper is Jarvis's best friend and a talented musician. She often brings creativity and musical elements to the group.
• Bowie Sherman - Portrayed by Harrison Houde: Bowie is the technical genius of the group. He is known for his eccentric personality and contributions to developing the toy products.
• Geneva Hayes - Portrayed by Sydney Scotia: Geneva is the fashion-conscious member of the team. She contributes her expertise in design and marketing to the company.
• Knox Knoxford - Portrayed by Dylan Playfair: Knox is the former CEO's son and initially an antagonist. He becomes a part of the group and helps them overcome various challenges.
• Aster Vanderberg - Portrayed by Ellie Harvie: Aster is the manager of Knickknack Toys and often serves as a mentor to the group.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show's title is a play on the phrase "some assembly required," commonly found on toy packaging.
• Some Assembly Required received positive reviews for its humor, relatable characters, and engaging storylines.
• The show's theme song, "What I Gotta Do," was performed by the main cast members.
• Throughout the series, various guest stars made appearances, including Ashley Leggat from Life with Derek and Pat Mastroianni from Degrassi Junior High.

Awards

No notable awards or nominations are found.

Quotes

• "Being in charge means sticking your neck out for your friends." - Jarvis Raines
• "If we fail, at least we fail as a team." - Piper Gray

Music / Soundtrack

• Theme song: "What I Gotta Do" performed by the main cast members
• The show features a mix of licensed songs and original score composed by various musicians.