#5 Phineas and Ferb

   
Out of all of the recent shows that Disney Channel has aired, the one cartoon that has stood out among them is Phineas and Ferb. Still ongoing, this series first began around 2007 and centers each episode around the adventures of two stepbrothers, Phineas Flynn and Ferb Fletcher, who are trying to make the best out of each day of their summer vacation before they have to go back to school. Most episodes begin with these two brothers wanting to do something with their day but what’s funny is that regardless of what they decided to do, they manage to pull off an amazing stunt for the idea instead of the simple idea that it is and for some reason which they haven’t figured out, at the end of every day the invention vanishes before Candace can get them in trouble. Other popular characters include their older sister Candace Flynn, that is always trying to bust them for all of the dangerous stunts they pull by telling their mom, Isabella, the neighbor that is leader of the Fireside Girl Scouts and has a crush on Phineas, Perry, the Platypus that is  secretly an agent, and Dr.Doofenshimrt, who wants to rule the Tri-State area of Danville.

    This show is very popular and I find it a great influence to children who watch it. Good always prevails because Perry the Platypus is always able to stop Dr.Doofenshmirtz in his schemes. Although young, Phineas and Ferb go beyond what is  expected of them in order to truly enjoy their summer day with friends outside. These among other themes make the show something that not just children can watch but also people of all ages, due to its cultural references every now and then and its humor. Although it isn’t Family Guy, SpongeBob SquarePants, or The Simpsons which are considered comedic adult shows, this show strangely mirrors in fashion and set-up of episodes. Overall, this is a show that gives not only children the idea to be adventurous but does encourage them to be more active outside with famous lines like Phineas always saying “Ferb, I know what we’re gonna do today!” This line usually begins the episode with the idea of the episode. Finally, this series really does show that kids are capable of whatever they set their minds to do regardless of age, which is seen through every adult questioning if the brothers are too young for whatever they are doing for the day when ordering parts and Phineas always replying “Yes, Yes I am.” Next Time, I’ll be reviewing Young Justice among other superhero shows.