The Nightmare Begins facts for kids

"The Nightmare Begins" is the very first episode of the cartoon show Invader Zim. It first aired on March 31, 2001. This episode introduces viewers to Zim, an alien who wants to conquer Earth.

What Happens in the Episode?

The Great Assigning

The story starts on a planet called Conventia. It's a huge meeting place for aliens. Here, the leaders of the Irken race, called Almighty Tallests Red and Purple, are holding a big event. They are choosing which Irken soldiers will go out and conquer planets. This event is part of their plan, called "Operation Impending Doom II."

Zim's Return

Suddenly, a small Irken named Zim shows up. He is very eager to join the mission. But the Tallests remember Zim from a long time ago. He was sent away to a planet called Foodcourtia. This was because during the first "Operation Impending Doom," Zim caused a lot of trouble. He almost destroyed Irk, which is the home planet of all Irkens.

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  Richard Steven Horvitz is the voice actor for Zim.