About Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated

Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated, the eleventh incarnation of Hanna-Barbera's Scooby-Doo animated series, launched in 2010. Over the course of two seasons and 52 episodes, it added a deeper level of narrative and character development to the classic Scooby-Doo format. The series is set in the small town of Crystal Cove, known for its long history of ghost sightings, monsters, and other paranormal activity. Here, the Mystery Incorporated team - Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, and Velma - are not just solving mysteries but also uncovering complex, hidden truths about their hometown and their own families.

Making / Production

Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, the series was aimed at adding a fresh spin to the classic Scooby-Doo franchise. The series enjoyed high-definition animation, intricate plots, and unique takes on the characters, adding layers previously unseen in the franchise. This was a direct departure from the cartoon's earlier more simplistic storytelling and was lauded by audiences and critics alike.

Actors

• Frank Welker voices Fred Jones and Scooby-Doo. Welker brought a new depth to these characters, interpreting Fred as more intense and driven, while retaining Scooby's classic comedic dialogue.
• Matthew Lillard portrays Shaggy Rogers and brilliantly carries over his performance from the live-action Scooby-Doo films to animation.
• Grey DeLisle voices Daphne Blake, providing a more headstrong and independent character than previously depicted.
• Mindy Cohn provides the voice of Velma Dinkley, truly portraying Velma’s intelligence and wit.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This is the first series in the Scooby-Doo franchise to give the characters distinct personalities, family lives, and relationships.
• The series includes many nods to popular culture and references to previous Scooby-Doo franchises.
• Unlike previous shows, Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated has an ongoing story arc with mysteries that span across entire seasons.

Awards

Nominated for the "Outstanding Achievement in Animation" award at the 64th Primetime Emmy Awards in 2012.

Quotes

• "Let's split up, gang... " - Fred
• "Like, this is the best worst plan ever, man." - Shaggy
• "Jinkies!" - Velma
• "Jeepers!" - Daphne
• "Scooby-dooby-doo!" - Scooby-Doo

• The series soundtrack was composed by Robert J. Kral, who provided an eerie and thrilling score that perfectly complemented the show’s themes.
• The iconic Scooby-Doo theme song was revamped for this series, providing a fresh and modern take while still nodding to the classic tune.