The Powerpuff Girls (1998)

About The Powerpuff Girls

The Powerpuff Girls is a popular animated action-comedy television series. Created by animator Craig McCracken and produced by Hanna-Barbera (later Cartoon Network Studios), the show centers around the Powerpuff Girls - Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup - three kindergarten-aged girls with superpowers. They live in the fictional city of Townsville, USA with their father and creator, a scientist named Professor Utonium. The series focuses on the girls using their powers to defend their town from villains and giant monsters. In addition, they also have to juggle normal children's issues like going to school, bedtimes, and sibling rivalry.

Making / Production

The show was made using traditional ink-and-paint animation and was inspired by a birthday card Craig McCracken drew for his brother. It originally aired on Cartoon Network and ran for 78 episodes from November 18, 1998, to March 25, 2005. The series features a distinctive, colorful art style, and fast-paced narrative to appeal to both children and adults.

Actors

• Catherine Cavadini as Blossom: As the self-proclaimed leader of the Powerpuff Girls, Catherine brought a motherly sense and intelligence to Blossom.
• Tara Strong as Bubbles: Tara Strong expressed the sweetness and innocence of Bubbles, the joy and the laughter of the group.
• E.G. Daily as Buttercup: Daily showcased Buttercup as the toughest fighter, bringing to life the spunk and toughness of the character.
• Tom Kane as Professor Utonium: Kane depicted the professor as a genius and loving single father figure with his accessible and warm voice.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The original name of the show was "Whoopass Stew!" before it was changed to the more network-friendly "The Powerpuff Girls".
• The Powerpuff Girls are drawn without fingers or toes, but these features sometimes appear when the action calls for it.
• The Mayor's secretary, Ms. Bellum's face is never shown on the screen.

Awards

The Powerpuff Girls received significant acclaim throughout its run and won several awards, including two Annie Awards for Best Animated Television Production and Best Individual Achievement in Animation. The series also received six Emmy nominations.

Quotes

• "And so once again, the day is saved thanks to... The Powerpuff Girls!"
• "Love makes the world go 'round... But it doesn't make bread. You need dough for that."
• "It's okay to be afraid, but we have to show everyone we're brave."

Music, Soundtrack

• "Powerpuff Girls (End Theme)" – composed by BIS great punk-pop band.
• "The Powerpuff Girls (Main Theme)" – composed by James L. Venable, featuring a catchy guitar line and a bouncy beat.
• "Signal in the Sky" by The Apples in Stereo – an indie pop tune.