[33][59][82][87][88][89] Horiuchi described Kim as "An Alias-type heroine for the tween-age set" whose "school-girl awkwardness can prove appealing to grown-up kids as well",[90] whereas McLoone appreciated that Kim is seemingly more confident than her contemporaries. [53], The character's name "Kim Possible" alludes to the word "impossible". [1] After running five years,[89] four seasons and 81 episodes (87 including the films),[26] the hour-long series finale, "Graduation", aired on September 7, 2007, ending Kim Possible. The live action film was followed by the miniseries Kim Hushable, released on Disney Channels YouTube account[124] with five 4-minutes episodes between June 5 and 24, 2019. Doctor Betty Director, more commonly known as Dr. Director, is the head of the worldwide espionage organization known as The Global Justice Network, or GJ. She sacrifices her own time and comfort to keep the other people in her hometown safe. [25], After three years, production on Kim Possible had virtually ceased following the premiere of the film So the Drama because the writers felt that finally establishing Kim and Ron as a couple would serve as "great wrap-up to the series", and thus had long abandoned creating new "outlets" for the character during the show's third season. [42] Ratings remained strong into the final season. [126], Based on the series, the Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure was an interactive attraction that took place in several of Epcot's World Showcase pavilions in Walt Disney World. [24] Although primarily writers, Schooley and McCorkle remained thoroughly involved in determining the overall appearance of the series, as well as the design of its characters. [59] Likening Kim to comic book superheroine Wonder Woman, Kathryn Shattuck of The New York Times wrote that Kim is prepared to defend humankind "without sacrificing her interest in boys and clothes", observing that she does not rely on costumes "or a jolt of testosterone to get the job done". [21] Mike McDaniel of the Houston Chronicle joked that "Nothing's impossible with Kim Possible -- except maybe landing a date. Bookmark Quiz Bookmark Quiz -/5- . However, it is unclear . [80], According to MTV's Monique Steele, Kim Possible is "all about how girls kick butt";[34] Kim constantly rescues Ron, saving him from peril on numerous occasions throughout the series. [69] A combination of teen pop, pop rock, power pop and R&B music,[69][70][71] the soundtrack also features appearances by musical groups A-Teens, Jump5 (performing a cover of Kool & the Gang's "Celebration"), LMNT and Smash Mouth, and Will Friedle and Nancy Cartwright's "Naked Mole Rap",[70] a rapped tribute to Ron's pet Rufus,[72] ultimately concluding with a "work-you-up remix" of the theme song by Tony Phillip. When we tested it, the kids were like: 'Oh, Ron's stupid funny' and that became sort of a buzz phrase. Kim Possible is an animation series produced by Walt Disney Television Animation and created by Bob Schooley and Mark McCorkle in 2002. Entitled "Rufus", Season 2, episode 20 features Lilo contacting Kim and Ron to help her rescue Stitch, who has been captured by Drakken and Shego in a partnership with Dr. Hamsterviel to clone Stitch for an army of obedient monsters. While the music in Kim Possible is mostly guitar-driven, Berry's scoring experience prior to the show had been exclusively orchestral, composing scores using only a keyboard. This crossword clue Kim Possible character ___ Stoppable was discovered last seen in the January 21 2020 at the USA Today Crossword. [20] Metacritc believes that Shego is essentially "Kim's dark reflection"; both characters are smart, athletic and attractive with green eyes, but Shego chooses to use her powers for evil instead. [21] Ashley Tisdale of Disney Channel's High School Musical film series and sitcom The Suite Life of Zack & Cody was offered the role of Season 4 villain Camille Leon. This is a list of characters appearing in the animated series Kim Possible . [21] While avoiding adult references, Schooley and McCorkle opted for a fast-paced sitcom-style dialogue and rhythm that attracted adult viewers instead, ultimately resulting in teleplays that were typically five pages longer than traditional Disney Channel scripts. [14] The Huffington Post's Carly Steyer credited Kim with teaching the importance of maintaining a healthy worklife balance, writing, "She paid an appropriate amount of attention to her schoolwork, and worked hard, but didn't slave over it to the extent that she didn't have any time left to save the world". [125] In June 2004, McDonald's customers received Kim Possible memorabilia ranging from action figures to spy gear and accessories with their purchase of a Happy Meal. Her twin brother Gemini wears one too. [50], Produced by Walt Disney Television Animation, Kim Possible's episodes are typically 22 minutes in length and occupy half-hour time slots. Kim Possible is an American animated action comedy-adventure[1][2][3][4] television series created by Bob Schooley and Mark McCorkle for Disney Channel. [29][31] Romano had already been well known to Disney Channel audiences for her portrayal of Ren Stevens on the series Even Stevens, and began voicing Kim while completing her stint on the show. Known collectively as Team Possible, Kim and Ron's missions primarily require them to thwart the evil plans of the mad scientistsupervillain duo Dr. Drakken and his sidekick Shego, as well as other foes. Set in the fictional town of Middleton, the show's setting and locations exhibit a retro-influenced aesthetic. Same rules as all my builders, respect them. Character; Main Character: Male Best Friend: Naked Mole Rat: Kim's Brothers: Computer whiz: Main Villain: Main Villain's 'Sidekick' Shego's Blue Brother: Red Brothers: Purple Brother: Kims High School Rival: Kims Female Best Friend: A retired multi-billionare villain: Multi billionares son: A Mad Villainous German Scientist [27] However, Kim eventually relents and insists that her brothers continue attending the same school as her, threatening to leave if they do. Kim is a high school student and a secret agent undercover. trope often used in television shows, keeping them as a couple for the remainder of the series. [28], McCorkle recalled an incident in which a fan of the show was very much surprised to learn that the writers were actually men upon meeting them; the fan had always just assumed that they were both young women because of the way in which they characterized Kim. It's incredibly important that you find out which Kim . [18] Describing Kim as "a mostly graphic heroine", Animation: A World History: Volume III: Contemporary Times author Giannalberto Bendazzi agreed that the character's "limited animation" was intentional. [78] The series comprised 84 episodes, with Kim starring in each one. [37][38] Romano's performance as Kim was nominated for an Emmy Award. "[12] Writing for The New York Times, television critic Julie Salamon enjoyed Rufus' role, penning, "I probably would have liked Kim Impossible even if one of its lead characters hadn't been a naked mole rat. [27], Tahj Mowry, who plays T.J. Henderson on the sitcom Smart Guy, voices Wade. He has twice been targeted by Dr. Drakken, both for his automated technology and for his knowledge. [10] Initially envisioned as a "standard sidekick", Sullivan's sarcastic interpretation of Shego ultimately inspired Schooley and McCorkle to expand upon the humor revolving around the fact that Shego is barely able to tolerate Drakken. [47] Rob Owen of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joked that, despite dressing like singer Britney Spears, Kim shares "the same insecurities as all adolescents". The attraction is an electronic scavenger hunt that has guests using special "Kimmunicators" (in actuality, modified cell phones) to help Kim Possible and Ron Stoppable solve a "crime" or disrupt an evil-doer's "plans for global domination." "[29][42] The villains also work together against Kim in different combinations. Merchandising based on the series, such as home media releases, toys, and video games were also made. 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"[10] A super suit designed for the character was introduced in early Season 4 but quickly abandoned once the writers realized that the costume would detract from the character's established "she can do anything" reputation. Comments. Pick Me! However, Disney Channel eventually determined that Lara was "not a very real character". [53] According to Odyssey contributor Veronica Faison, Kim "planted my early feminist roots, and perhaps even set my social justice path". [42] Much of the series is based on both Schooley and McCorkle's own experiences growing up as teenagers in high school. Season 1. "[13] Furthermore, the writers envisioned the character having her own website and hand-held communicator named the "Kimmunicator" after the character [13] with video chat, both of which were considered revolutionary back in 2000, a time when few young people owned cellphones. [30] In the fourth season, the character's signature midriff baring crop top and cargo pants are replaced by a T-shirt and pants because the former outfit was damaged during a fight with Shego. "[74], Conversely, Girlfighting: Betrayal and Rejection Among Girls author Lyn Mikel Brown was less receptive towards Kim herself, criticizing the show for promoting the beautiful and thin heroine as "your basic average girl" and apparent reliance on Ron's intelligence, as well as the fact that her "biggest threat" is Bonnie as opposed to evil. [59] "Call Me, Beep Me" was the first song Lerios and Gabriel wrote together, and the songwriting duo has since gone on to collaborate on both scoring and writing songs for several other major television networks and programs. [87] In 2005, production halted following the premiere of Kim Possible Movie: So the Drama after airing three seasons and 65 episodes. [27] Some viewers noted that Kim's face appeared to be "rounder" than it had been drawn in previous seasons. [29] The show's female characters are the only characters drawn with lips, only the upper of which is visible. [74], Hosting a diverse cast of strong female characters while confronting gender norms and barriers,[5][24][77] Kim Possible explores feminist themes,[22] specifically third-wave feminism. [82] Tracey McLoone of PopMatters believes the show's "merit lies primarily in [its] heroine",[59] while Levi Buchanan of IGN found the character to be "well-fleshed out". [33] During the show's first season, Romano and the rest of the Kim Possible cast recorded at different locations. "[24] Director Chris Baily wanted Kim to be designed with "graphic sensibilities" similar to those of the show's backgrounds, creating a 3D character "whose feet can be planted on the ground and communicate a sense of space.
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