Garbage Pail Kids (TV series) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Garbage Pail Kids |
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| Developed by | Flint Dille |
| Voices of | Tara Strong Cree Summer Noam Zylberman Michael Fantini Alyson Court |
| Country of origin | United States Canada |
| No. of seasons | 1 (UK) 2 (Canada) |
| No. of episodes | 13 |
| Production | |
| Producer(s) | Bob Hathcock |
| Running time | 30 minutes |
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| Distributor | CBS Television Distribution |
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| Original release | September 26, 1987 – October 29, 1988 |
The Garbage Pail Kids was an animated TV show from 1987. It was based on the super popular Garbage Pail Kids trading cards. This cartoon was made in both America and Canada.
Even though it was popular, it didn't air in the United States. This was because some people thought its themes were a bit too wild! But kids in other parts of the world, like Europe and the Caribbean, got to watch it.
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What the Show Is About
The main characters of the show are a group of unique kids. They include Split Kit, Elliot Mess, Terri Cloth, Patty Putty, and Clogged Duane. They look a bit gross, but they use their special abilities to help others!
In the first two episodes, these characters had normal looks. They would then change into their "Garbage Pail" identities. In later episodes, they always appeared in their Garbage Pail looks. The show never explained how their grosser forms became permanent.
Fun Parodies and Segments
The show also made fun of famous Hollywood movies. These included the Indiana Jones series, Superman, Conan the Barbarian, King Kong, and The Fly.
Between the main stories, there were short segments. "Garbage Pail Groaners" shared funny jokes. "Would We Lie To You?" shared interesting facts.
Meet the Voice Actors
Many talented voice actors brought the Garbage Pail Kids to life.
Main Characters' Voices
- Tara Strong voiced Patty Putty in all 13 episodes. She also voiced Still Jill and Carly Cuts in some episodes.
- Cree Summer was the voice of Clogged Duane in all episodes. She also voiced Trashed Tracy, Squishy, Plain Jane, and Heartless Hal.
- Noam Zylberman voiced Split Kit in all episodes. He also played Idaho Spud and The Sturgeon General.
- Michael Fantini was the voice of Elliot Mess in all episodes. He also voiced Clint Hardwood and Colonel Corn.
- Alyson Court voiced Terri Cloth in most episodes. She also played Belle Button, Lois Lamebrain, and Fay Hooray.
- Len Carlson was the Announcer for all episodes. He also voiced Dan Rattle.
Other Voices You Might Know
- Ellen-Ray Hennessey
- Randall Carpenter
- Stephen McMulkin
- Kristina Nichol
- Jeff Pustil
- Don Francks
- Louise Vallance
- Marvin Goldhar
- Gordon Masten
- Sunny Besen Thrasher
- Dorian Davis
- Joe Roncetti
- Keram Malicki-Sanchez
- Mairon Bennett
- Bonnie Brooks
- Jeremiah McCann
- Greg Morton
- Linda Sorenson
- Greg Swanson
- Sean Roberge
- Jeri Cradem
- John Stocker
- Dan Hennessey
- Nerene Virgin
- Phillip Williams
- Hadley Kay
- Andrea Swartz
- Phil Akin
- Michael Lamport
- Rob Cowan
- Victor Erdoz
- Peggy Mahon
- Paulina Gillis
- Lisa Coristine
Episode Guide
The show had 13 episodes, each with different segments.
| Episode # | Segments |
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| Episode 1 |
Aired September 26, 1987 (Canada) |
| Episode 2 |
Aired October 3, 1987 (Canada) |
| Episode 3 |
Aired October 10, 1987 (Canada) |
| Episode 4 |
Aired October 17, 1987 (Canada) |
| Episode 5 |
Aired October 24, 1987 (Canada) |
| Episode 6 |
Aired October 31, 1987 (Canada) |
| Episode 7 |
Aired June 28, 1988 (UK) |
| Episode 8 |
Aired June 30, 1988 (UK) |
| Episode 9 |
Aired July 5, 1988 (UK) |
| Episode 10 |
Aired July 7, 1988 (UK) |
| Episode 11 |
Aired July 12, 1988 (UK) |
| Episode 12 |
Aired July 14, 1988 (UK) |
| Episode 13 |
Aired July 19, 1988 (UK) |
