Aladdin

7.0
199422m

Production

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Coming on the heels of the direct-to-video sequel The Return of Jafar, the series picked up where that installment left off, with Aladdin now living in the palace, engaged to beautiful and spunky Princess Jasmine. "Al" and Jasmine went together into peril among sorcerers, monsters, thieves, and more. Monkey sidekick Abu, the animated Magic Carpet, and the fast-talking, shape-shifting Genie came along to help, as did sassy, complaining parrot Iago, formerly Jafar’s pet but now an antihero.

Seasons

9 Episodes • Premiered 1994

Still image for Aladdin season 1 episode 1: Getting The Bugs Out

1. Getting The Bugs Out

It is discovered that mechanical bugs have infested every mechanical device in Agrabah. The Sultan requests that Aladdin investigate them. Aladdin finds that an evil genius, named Mechanickles, is behind the damage.

Still image for Aladdin season 1 episode 2: Mudder's Day

2. Mudder's Day

Aladdin and co. are captured by mud creatures called the AlMuddi, and they need water in order to beat them, but it's hard to find that in a desert so they use the next best possible way of beating them. The sun!

Still image for Aladdin season 1 episode 3: Fowl Weather

3. Fowl Weather

Agrabah is a very hot place, so to cool it down Aladdin wants to take a rain cloud, but there's only one problem. The rain clouds have a keeper. A bird named Thundra, so Iago distracts Thundra with his parrot like charm while Aladdin takes the rain cloud. When Thundra finds out that one of her rain clouds are missing Iago finds out that business and pleasure don't mix.

Still image for Aladdin season 1 episode 4: The Prophet Motive

4. The Prophet Motive

A prophecy of doom for Aladdin spells disaster for the evil monster of Fashoom.

Still image for Aladdin season 1 episode 5: Much Abu About Something

5. Much Abu About Something

An ancient civilization is giving premonitions to Abu. Aladdin thinks the premonitions are for himself. Abu shows that size doesn't matter by saving the ancient civilization from a dinosaur.

Still image for Aladdin season 1 episode 6: My Fair Aladdin

6. My Fair Aladdin

Aladdin feels left out when the Sultan and Jasmine have their royal parties, so Iago teaches Aladdin some manners. Aladdin impresses everyone at the next royal party except for Jasmine who wants him to be himself. Aladdin gets a little conceited, and overcomes this when he has to stop one of Mechanickles' evil schemes.

Still image for Aladdin season 1 episode 7: To Cure a Thief

7. To Cure a Thief

Abu constantly steals whatever he likes and causes the Aladdin trouble as a new palace resident. Aladdin tries to keep Abu on a leash to keep him from mischief, but Abu hates it and runs away.

Still image for Aladdin season 1 episode 8: Never Say Nefir

8. Never Say Nefir

The city of Gezistan crashes everyday and it's up to Aladdin and friends to stop whatever is causing it. They find that a group of imps are doing the damage, then turning around and accepting payment by the sultan of Gezistan to fix the damage.

Still image for Aladdin season 1 episode 9: Raiders Of The Lost Shark

9. Raiders Of The Lost Shark

A land swimming shark rampages through Agrabah. Aladdin and company climb aboard Captain Murk's flying ship to hunt it down.

Cast

Photo of Scott Weinger

Scott Weinger

Aladdin (voice)

Photo of Linda Larkin

Linda Larkin

Jasmine (voice)

Photo of Dan Castellaneta

Dan Castellaneta

Genie (voice)

Photo of Gilbert Gottfried

Gilbert Gottfried

Iago (voice)

Photo of Frank Welker

Frank Welker

Abu (voice)

Photo of Val Bettin

Val Bettin

Sultan (voice)

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Reviews

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6/10

"Aladdin and the King of Thieves" serves as the third installment in the Aladdin franchise, predating the live-action adaptation. Despite my deep affection for Aladdin and Jasmine, this animated film falls short and undermines the franchise's outstanding qualities.

While the storyline introduces Aladdin's father, adding an interesting layer to the narrative, the animation quality leaves much to be desired. The visuals come across as subpar, reminiscent of content from the Disney Channel rather than a theatrical release. Despite this, the return of Robin Williams as the genie is a bright spot in the film.

Despite its flaws, I appreciate this chapter in Aladdin's story and the continuation of the characters' journeys. The inclusion of Aladdin's father and the development of other villains enrich the overall narrative. While I cherish the Aladdin story and its expansion, from a cinematic perspective, this particular installment falls short.

Shifting focus to the Aladdin television series, I find it remarkable that viewers were able to further explore the characters beyond the original films. The series provided an opportunity to delve into various storylines and adventures, offering a more in-depth look at the beloved characters.

As a fan of the animated series, which also stemmed from a video game, I have a deep appreciation for the entire Aladdin franchise. The series, in particular, holds a special place in my heart as it allowed for continued engagement with these beloved characters and storylines. Aladdin remains one of my favorite characters, and the series will forever hold a special significance for me.

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