The original series of Rugrats was pretty good. This is an effort to show what happens when the children get older and go to school. And it isn't too bad. The characters all have new personalities that have changed and been elaborated upon during the years between this and the original. I actually think this is an alright series. The interesting question as to how the characters would change was answered abruptly at the beginning, no suspense or anything, which was nice. This is an interesting portrayal, and gives the universe (shared by the W Thornberries) an extra bit of canonicity to work with. Certainly not a bad show.
38 Reviews
Disappointing
TheLittleSongbird8 August 2010
For starters I love The Rugrats. True they jumped the shark in the later seasons but I found the weaker episodes still watchable, and I love the show as a whole. I didn't like the idea of All Grown Up, but I decided to give it a chance. The show does have its moments, but in my opinion this is not a good show at all. I will give credit, it is not as bad as ChalkZone(Nickelodean's worst) or Rocket Power, but it is very lacking in I think originality and charm.
The good things are that the animation is nice and colourful, and the voice acting is very solid.
However, I cannot stand the theme song, it is so uninspired, while the writing is often unfunny and the story lines predictable and all-too-familiar. I don't like the characters as much either, Tommy and Chuckie are fine, but I personally found Dil cuter when he was a baby(and to be honest that was when Rugrats jumped the shark I think) and Anjelica has lost her charm and is bratty to the point I cannot tolerate her.
Overall, disappointing. Not the worst show on Nickelodean, but it is far from the best. 4/10 Bethany Cox
The good things are that the animation is nice and colourful, and the voice acting is very solid.
However, I cannot stand the theme song, it is so uninspired, while the writing is often unfunny and the story lines predictable and all-too-familiar. I don't like the characters as much either, Tommy and Chuckie are fine, but I personally found Dil cuter when he was a baby(and to be honest that was when Rugrats jumped the shark I think) and Anjelica has lost her charm and is bratty to the point I cannot tolerate her.
Overall, disappointing. Not the worst show on Nickelodean, but it is far from the best. 4/10 Bethany Cox
A mixed bag
jpbuzzerbeater25 February 2020
It says it all in the title of this. There are some good parts about All Grown Up! and there are some bad parts. If you're a big Rugrats fan, you might get a kick out of this, if you're a casual watcher you could find the good parts and bad parts but otherwise, it's pretty average.
A nice spin-off of Rugrats!
marouski7 September 2011
Warning: Spoilers
I learned about these series quite recently.I was a Rugrats fan from a younger age and when I discovered there was a spin-off of the characters,I was really excited to watch it.
Firstly,I watched the TV movie/episode of Rugrats "All Growed Up".It was a nice episode.Angelica was chasing the babies for taking her karaoke machine and finally they got in a closet,trying to hold the door from opening by Angelica.Then (I don't understand how exactly) the babies decided to go to the future and they did it by putting some kind of headphones to a ball.(?)Everyone is still the same thing only a bit different to their way of treating (one good example is that Chuckie is not afraid that much anymore).Then after a few incidents (and a nice and emotional video slide show of their baby years and adventures),they get back to the present knowing how they will look at the future and how will Angelica treat them then.(Oh,yes,Angelica WILL treat them a bit well!)
This episode was really interesting and maybe one of my favorites,though I've read and heard that many Rugrats fans didn't like it,because it destroyed their imagination of how the babies will be in the future,the same they believe for the series Rugrats:All Grown Up!,that it destroyed the original one.
Then I watched some episodes from the series and I was quite satisfied by them.They were nice,funny and at the end (as in the Rugrats) there was always a life lesson,through the preteens' life and adventures.I find it very enjoyable and it's certainly is a good show for children and preteens and -who knows?-teens and adults will love it too!
9 stars out of 10 is the best I can put,it wasn't the most excellent ever,but it is surely a nice and hard-worked series!
Firstly,I watched the TV movie/episode of Rugrats "All Growed Up".It was a nice episode.Angelica was chasing the babies for taking her karaoke machine and finally they got in a closet,trying to hold the door from opening by Angelica.Then (I don't understand how exactly) the babies decided to go to the future and they did it by putting some kind of headphones to a ball.(?)Everyone is still the same thing only a bit different to their way of treating (one good example is that Chuckie is not afraid that much anymore).Then after a few incidents (and a nice and emotional video slide show of their baby years and adventures),they get back to the present knowing how they will look at the future and how will Angelica treat them then.(Oh,yes,Angelica WILL treat them a bit well!)
This episode was really interesting and maybe one of my favorites,though I've read and heard that many Rugrats fans didn't like it,because it destroyed their imagination of how the babies will be in the future,the same they believe for the series Rugrats:All Grown Up!,that it destroyed the original one.
Then I watched some episodes from the series and I was quite satisfied by them.They were nice,funny and at the end (as in the Rugrats) there was always a life lesson,through the preteens' life and adventures.I find it very enjoyable and it's certainly is a good show for children and preteens and -who knows?-teens and adults will love it too!
9 stars out of 10 is the best I can put,it wasn't the most excellent ever,but it is surely a nice and hard-worked series!
OK, But There is No Comparison...
I_Am_The_Resurrection27 July 2005
ALL GROWN UP is basically a spin off and not much else of the original Nickalodeon RUGRATS cartoon that featured the babies Tommy Pickles, Chucky Finster, Lil and Phil DeVille, Angelica, Susie and (later) Kimi (Chuckies sister) and Dill (Tommy's brother). I grew up with RUGRATS and thought it was a great cartoon. It had excellent humor, nice stories and the show's creators, Klasky & Csupo, were obviously very original and creative with the concept of the adventures of babies. The new show ALL GROWN UP tries to recapture the magic of the original cartoon. I was disappointed when I saw it. I found the "all-grown-up" Chuckie just annoying and the whole "pre-teen-acting-mature/trying-to-be-popular" that applied to (unfortunately) *all* of the characters dull and washed out. There still are some funny scenes and jokes in the new series and it was interesting how the artists would make the whole baby gang of RUGRATS look ten years from their age in the original show. Overall, this show is 'fair' and only watchable if a) you're a die-hard fan of the RUGRATS, b) have never seen the original show, c) you're a pre-teen that has nothing to do, or d) your so bored that your somehow forced to see this show. This show is not that good. It doesn't compare to the older RUGRATS episodes in quality, humor, and everything else.
I really enjoyed this show as a kid
BrBaFett12 May 2021
I found watching this show would've loved for me to see Nickelodeon have these kids grow up and find themselves, but watching this later showed me they rushed the development into their preteen/teen years of confusion amongst them in a PG format and the stresses of parents as their kids get older. If you watched Rugrats as a kid you'll understand.
But what I wish was this show lasted longer because it made me feel as if they were growing up with me fictionally inside a cartoon universe. But I do understand good things come to an end, and this is how I loved the way they wrapped up Rugrats.
But what I wish was this show lasted longer because it made me feel as if they were growing up with me fictionally inside a cartoon universe. But I do understand good things come to an end, and this is how I loved the way they wrapped up Rugrats.
No.. No! Oh No!
mirosuionitsaki223 July 2007
Warning: Spoilers
Why did they change the cute, Rugrats television show we all know and love into a lame attempt to target teens? They don't have to do that. All ages watch the regular Rugrats. When I heard about this, I thought, "Hey. They made a TV series about the movie. Except, they're really grown up as a teenager! This is going to be better." When I saw it, it was just as if I was watching As Told By Ginger, except they made it suck. Great job.
When in the Rugrats series has tommy been a director? Never. Basically all the episodes in this attempted series is about Tommy's love of directing. I don't like that. I rather watch plots that change every episode. Not the same thing over and over. Also, when did in the old series have each character have their own sides of the story? Never. This series did that. I didn't like that everyone separated. I don't want to see Angelica's side of the story. I hate her.
I do not recommend this show if you like As Told By Ginger and the Rugrats.
When in the Rugrats series has tommy been a director? Never. Basically all the episodes in this attempted series is about Tommy's love of directing. I don't like that. I rather watch plots that change every episode. Not the same thing over and over. Also, when did in the old series have each character have their own sides of the story? Never. This series did that. I didn't like that everyone separated. I don't want to see Angelica's side of the story. I hate her.
I do not recommend this show if you like As Told By Ginger and the Rugrats.
Better than the orignal
ThunderKing626 February 2021
By 2003 I was in middle school being a guy who started making trouble in my neighborhood. That means TV time was deceasing.
I would watch a little bit of AGU: Rugratz.
It was cool to see them grown up and maturing. They dealt with social problems and didn't phase out into their unrealistic world of adventure. AGU was about real life.
It had a few good episodes with many improved characters.
What can be learned? Grow up to learn.
Verdict: Pretty decent show.
I would watch a little bit of AGU: Rugratz.
It was cool to see them grown up and maturing. They dealt with social problems and didn't phase out into their unrealistic world of adventure. AGU was about real life.
It had a few good episodes with many improved characters.
What can be learned? Grow up to learn.
Verdict: Pretty decent show.
All Grown Up!
shelbythuylinh12 December 2021
Warning: Spoilers
It is in the teens and preteens. That we show the kids that were babies in the original "Rugrats" now that they are in middle school.
Tackling on puberty and other issues. Tommy is still the leader and the moral conscience for his friends. Little brother Dil not so little as is the most inventive of the group, Serious shy and quiet Chuckie that is a bit cheeky , Phil is the mischievous but has a talent for crafts and cooking. Lil, Phil's twin is the tomboy of the group though she loves girls interests the same.
Anjelica though she is bratty as a preteen/teen and that she wants to be more popular there but still it is nice she is a little nicer. Susie that is Anjelica's best bud still is the one that has to reel her friend in which she crosses a line and loves languages.
Kimi the adopted stepsister of Chuckie embraces her Japanese American culture and has fashion sense. As both seem closer than ever.
Glad the characters are having a personality over to develop for their own.
Tackling on puberty and other issues. Tommy is still the leader and the moral conscience for his friends. Little brother Dil not so little as is the most inventive of the group, Serious shy and quiet Chuckie that is a bit cheeky , Phil is the mischievous but has a talent for crafts and cooking. Lil, Phil's twin is the tomboy of the group though she loves girls interests the same.
Anjelica though she is bratty as a preteen/teen and that she wants to be more popular there but still it is nice she is a little nicer. Susie that is Anjelica's best bud still is the one that has to reel her friend in which she crosses a line and loves languages.
Kimi the adopted stepsister of Chuckie embraces her Japanese American culture and has fashion sense. As both seem closer than ever.
Glad the characters are having a personality over to develop for their own.
Worthy effort overall on a creative idea
penguin8057 December 2003
I think "All Grown Up" was a creative idea, taking the "Rugrats" show in
a
new direction, making them all 10 years older. It was interesting to see
how all the characters evolved.
Even though the guys are all had some personality changes, they're all pretty much the same as they always were and still friends.
The only downside is everyone (with the exception of Dil and Phil) is trying too hard to fit in, like most preteen/teen show. I would have liked to see more of them trying to go after their aspirations and pursue more hobbies or something, rather than trying really hard to make people like them.
Overall this was a good effort and had some funny material.
Even though the guys are all had some personality changes, they're all pretty much the same as they always were and still friends.
The only downside is everyone (with the exception of Dil and Phil) is trying too hard to fit in, like most preteen/teen show. I would have liked to see more of them trying to go after their aspirations and pursue more hobbies or something, rather than trying really hard to make people like them.
Overall this was a good effort and had some funny material.
Fun To Watch!
Ginger8714 December 2004
"Rugrats All Grown Up" is a good show. I loved Rugrats and when I saw commercials for All Grown Up I got really excited. "Rugrats" was going downhill and it needed a change. I thought it would be cool to see the Rugrat gang 10 years later. All of the characters have matured in their own way. Tommy is still the leader of the group and still looking out for the others. Lil has become more of a girl and more independent from Phil. Phil is still gross but in a more mature way. Dil now talks and is always watching out for Tommy. Angelica isn't as mean as she was in Rugrats. Chuckie is always looking out for Kimi and giving good advice to Tommy. Kimi is always helping the others. And Susie is still a great friend to all of them, especially Angelica. I also love the theme song, it is very catchy.
All Grown Up has many good episodes. My favorites are: "Coup DeVille", "Brother, Can You Spare the Time?", "Saving Cynthia", and "Truth or Consequences". My favorite characters are still Angelica, Phil, and Lil. Overall this is a really good show and I hope it lasts as long as Rugrats did. I give this show 10/10 stars.
All Grown Up has many good episodes. My favorites are: "Coup DeVille", "Brother, Can You Spare the Time?", "Saving Cynthia", and "Truth or Consequences". My favorite characters are still Angelica, Phil, and Lil. Overall this is a really good show and I hope it lasts as long as Rugrats did. I give this show 10/10 stars.
Great show
darcyhuff39 July 2004
Many people seem to be comparing this show to the original series, "The Rugrats". But this was not the reason why this show was created. It was created because the premiere of the special, "All Growed Up", was the highest rated premiere in Nickelodeon history. Some say that its bad because of the way its written. But it can't be bad, because none of the stories were taken from the original series, or any other shows. All of the stories are original. The show started in November, and they already started showing second season shows in June. In fact, Nickelodeon has ordered 22 new episodes, along with "Jimmy Neutron", "Fairly Oddparents", and "ChalkZone". More people can relate to the All Grown Up characters, so kids have more interest in it. Plus, now Dil serves a purpose and they can now communicate with their parents. Nothing is wrong with this show.
Wonderful, Underrated 'Toon!
BrainyxBat10 September 2016
Warning: Spoilers
All Grown Up is much better than people claim. Heck, I can't decide if I like AGU or Rugrats more. And to those who complain about the former Rugrats trying to fit in; It's actually normal for that to happen.
Personally, my favorite character is Chuckie Finster. To me, he's more relatable than all of the other characters put together. "My stomach, my butt, in a unitard?!" "I can feel it. It starts in my feet, and..." "I've always said the key to happiness is... lowered expectations." "I can't fight the man. I can't even get my jacket closed." Those are only a few relatable quotes by Chuckie alone, but I'm sure those are enough to prove my point.
My favorite episodes have to be "Project Chuckie", "Wouldn't It Be Nice?", and "The Finster Who Stole Christmas." The first one shows that popularity isn't everything, and Chuckie decides to stay a dork. Plus, it briefly showed him as a Rugrat! X3 The second one shows that homosexual pairings are perfectly normal, even though the marriages weren't real. Plus it shows that there can be too much of a good thing, what with Harold and Harriet. Also, it shows to not judge a book by its cover, with Chuckie and Fridge. The third one has the classic lesson "Appreciate the small things in life." Also, who doesn't love an episode centered on their favorite character?
So overall, I feel like All Grown Up is a wonderful, yet underrated cartoon and I wish reruns were on again in the mornings, when people are actually awake.
Personally, my favorite character is Chuckie Finster. To me, he's more relatable than all of the other characters put together. "My stomach, my butt, in a unitard?!" "I can feel it. It starts in my feet, and..." "I've always said the key to happiness is... lowered expectations." "I can't fight the man. I can't even get my jacket closed." Those are only a few relatable quotes by Chuckie alone, but I'm sure those are enough to prove my point.
My favorite episodes have to be "Project Chuckie", "Wouldn't It Be Nice?", and "The Finster Who Stole Christmas." The first one shows that popularity isn't everything, and Chuckie decides to stay a dork. Plus, it briefly showed him as a Rugrat! X3 The second one shows that homosexual pairings are perfectly normal, even though the marriages weren't real. Plus it shows that there can be too much of a good thing, what with Harold and Harriet. Also, it shows to not judge a book by its cover, with Chuckie and Fridge. The third one has the classic lesson "Appreciate the small things in life." Also, who doesn't love an episode centered on their favorite character?
So overall, I feel like All Grown Up is a wonderful, yet underrated cartoon and I wish reruns were on again in the mornings, when people are actually awake.
This show is for tweens
melaine-1396914 September 2022
I think a lot of people writing reviews have forgotten this show is for kids. As a late 90s baby I remember watching this show and loving it. It talked about real problems kids faced like having a crush, body changes, and growing up in general. I have seen a lot of reviews talking about how the character's personalities changes, and I do not see the problem. Of course they changed they're growing up. The kids are in that awkward tween stage, and I think a lot of people forgot what that was like. Yeah some of the characters acted spoiled or self centered, but that's typical for that age. I think the show is good overall. If you don't like it then maybe the show just isn't for you.
It's a nice show
rita_ritzuki20 April 2006
I'm a fan of the original rugrats, when All Grown Up came I was very excited, I think it's a nice show, but it isn't exactly what I was expecting from a rugrats spin-off.
The only bad side of this show is that the show killed the rugrats, Tommy isn't the leader anymore , at the beginning he was supposed to be an artist and later he was just randomly obsessed with girls, Susie just thinks on singing and college, Angelica became just a generic boring teenager, Chuckie from being a nice and caring baby became a self-centered person who is always complaining of how bad is life for him, Kimi gotta be the worst of all of them, she doesn't have a personality not even a trait to set her apart from the other rugrats, she's portrayed as a selfish, spoiled girl who seems to think that the world revolves around her, by far the most horrible character in the entire series, At the end we have Dil that unlike his countpart on rugrats, he has evoluted to become the best character in this show, portrayed as the weird, nice,smart ,caring kid who is always willing to help and trying new things other people wouldn't do,always ready for the action, and that challenging attitude of not caring what other people think of him.
I think it's a good show, but I wish it would have to deal less with teenage issues and more kid related issues, if this wasn't a rugrats spin-off it'd be a very good show, but with rugrats in its past, people expect more from it.
The only bad side of this show is that the show killed the rugrats, Tommy isn't the leader anymore , at the beginning he was supposed to be an artist and later he was just randomly obsessed with girls, Susie just thinks on singing and college, Angelica became just a generic boring teenager, Chuckie from being a nice and caring baby became a self-centered person who is always complaining of how bad is life for him, Kimi gotta be the worst of all of them, she doesn't have a personality not even a trait to set her apart from the other rugrats, she's portrayed as a selfish, spoiled girl who seems to think that the world revolves around her, by far the most horrible character in the entire series, At the end we have Dil that unlike his countpart on rugrats, he has evoluted to become the best character in this show, portrayed as the weird, nice,smart ,caring kid who is always willing to help and trying new things other people wouldn't do,always ready for the action, and that challenging attitude of not caring what other people think of him.
I think it's a good show, but I wish it would have to deal less with teenage issues and more kid related issues, if this wasn't a rugrats spin-off it'd be a very good show, but with rugrats in its past, people expect more from it.
Better than Rugrats
sixflagsgreatamericaf29 May 2021
What can I say, this show is much better than the original Rugrats. With it's pretty good animation, amazing voice acting, and pretty good story line for each episode! Also, for a long time, I actually had a huge crush on the girls in this show. Not sure why, but they made them look very cute and pretty. So in general, watch this rather than Rugrats.
Unfair
rcoopland18 October 2004
I think you guys who are giving bad reviews are being unfair. All Grown Up is a great show, I'm not denying that Rugrats will always be better with it's (in my opinion) unique style of humor that both kids and adults can enjoy. I find it enjoyable to see how the 'rats have grown and changed. If your looking for more misunderstanding between kids and adults type humor that was so common in The Rugrats, then go elsewhere. If your more interested in seeing the kids growing and how relationships between some of them have changed, as well as another 'growing-pains' "tweenage" show. Then watch this, you won't beat it.
I'd give it a 3+1/5 out of 5
I'd give it a 3+1/5 out of 5
An awesome show
hscott-444612 June 2016
Warning: Spoilers
This show was released in 2003 so it was near the era when Nickelodeon rocked and still aired good shows, "All Grown Up!" is definitely one of them.
The show focuses on the main characters from the original Rugrats series 10 years older and this was a pretty interesting idea, seeing them out of the pen and into the world where they tackle tougher problems.
The characters are pretty much the same as they were in Rugrats except older. Tommy who's the leader of the group and still looks out for the others, Chuckie who's a risk taker and does look out for Kimi, being a responsible step-brother plus he does give Tommy good advice, Phil and Lil who are more independent from each other but are still caring siblings, Susie who pursues a career in singing and focuses on her future in college but still a great friend, Angelica is much nicer in this series where at 3 years of age she was hell spawn, but now she's a lot more tolerable in this series, Kimi who likes to help others and of course Dil, Tommy's younger brother who's definitely my favorite character from the show. He has a much bigger role in this series which I'm really glad to see. He is weird but nice, smart, caring, isn't afraid of trying new things and doesn't care about what other people think of him.
The episodes themselves are pretty compelling, I really liked "Coup DeVille", "Lucky 13", "O Bro, Where Art Thou?", "All Broke Up" and especially the longer episodes like "R.V. Having Fun Yet?" and "Dude, Where's My Horse?" which almost felt like full length movies than regular episodes. In some of the episodes themselves, I like the fact that they discuss more grown up and tougher hardships like going through a break-up or being framed by a con artist. This show was presumably for the people that grew up with Rugrats so they would be able to tackle these kinds of problems at a certain age.
The animation is very good, the voice acting is solid, the episodes are enjoyable and some of the lines are pretty funny. Overall, a great spin-off to a great show and I would recommend it to anyone whether you're a Rugrats fan or not.
The show focuses on the main characters from the original Rugrats series 10 years older and this was a pretty interesting idea, seeing them out of the pen and into the world where they tackle tougher problems.
The characters are pretty much the same as they were in Rugrats except older. Tommy who's the leader of the group and still looks out for the others, Chuckie who's a risk taker and does look out for Kimi, being a responsible step-brother plus he does give Tommy good advice, Phil and Lil who are more independent from each other but are still caring siblings, Susie who pursues a career in singing and focuses on her future in college but still a great friend, Angelica is much nicer in this series where at 3 years of age she was hell spawn, but now she's a lot more tolerable in this series, Kimi who likes to help others and of course Dil, Tommy's younger brother who's definitely my favorite character from the show. He has a much bigger role in this series which I'm really glad to see. He is weird but nice, smart, caring, isn't afraid of trying new things and doesn't care about what other people think of him.
The episodes themselves are pretty compelling, I really liked "Coup DeVille", "Lucky 13", "O Bro, Where Art Thou?", "All Broke Up" and especially the longer episodes like "R.V. Having Fun Yet?" and "Dude, Where's My Horse?" which almost felt like full length movies than regular episodes. In some of the episodes themselves, I like the fact that they discuss more grown up and tougher hardships like going through a break-up or being framed by a con artist. This show was presumably for the people that grew up with Rugrats so they would be able to tackle these kinds of problems at a certain age.
The animation is very good, the voice acting is solid, the episodes are enjoyable and some of the lines are pretty funny. Overall, a great spin-off to a great show and I would recommend it to anyone whether you're a Rugrats fan or not.
Very Refreshing for a Sequel...
johntam31 December 2003
This is far from being "Rugrats: The Next Generation." Instead, you can see palpable changes in the characters of the show from the baby-oriented original series to this one.
The plot lines have some refreshing changes in them. Coming along for the ride is a new Vice-Principal who was an ex-professional wrestler. He takes a keen interest in Dil, who is the breakout star of this show. In one episode, he counsels Dil (Wisely!) when the other kids use his genius for their profit.
Dil is the weird one who does weird things, but inside that brain is a true genius. Also amazing is the transformation of Tommy from fearless leader-baby to more a member of the group, complete with insecurities. Angelica is different too. She's softer and less bossy, but still a schemer. Her lispy friend Harold is a nice foil for her antics.
This is completely kid-safe. It's also fun for adults, too. Perhaps it's not in the same league as Spongebob, but it is great fun!
So on my 1-10 scale, I give it an 8.
J
The plot lines have some refreshing changes in them. Coming along for the ride is a new Vice-Principal who was an ex-professional wrestler. He takes a keen interest in Dil, who is the breakout star of this show. In one episode, he counsels Dil (Wisely!) when the other kids use his genius for their profit.
Dil is the weird one who does weird things, but inside that brain is a true genius. Also amazing is the transformation of Tommy from fearless leader-baby to more a member of the group, complete with insecurities. Angelica is different too. She's softer and less bossy, but still a schemer. Her lispy friend Harold is a nice foil for her antics.
This is completely kid-safe. It's also fun for adults, too. Perhaps it's not in the same league as Spongebob, but it is great fun!
So on my 1-10 scale, I give it an 8.
J
One of my favourite cartoon spin-offs
Stompgal_874 August 2006
Warning: Spoilers
I've already seen spin-offs of cartoons such as The Flintstones, Scooby Doo, Tom and Jerry and Looney Tunes and most of them are great.
When I saw the All Grown Up pilot in 2001, I thought it was interesting to see how the Rugrats would look in their pre-teens/teens and it contained things that would usually happen during that time of life such as going to a concert, going to school and being grounded.
The actual TV show is better because the Rugrats seem to wear different clothes in each episode and Angelica doesn't get punished as much as she did in the original Rugrats series. Tommy and Susie get punished in this series.
I've also noticed references to Rugrats in this show and even flashbacks of how the Rugrats looked in the original series. They actually talk to the adults in this show because they're 10 years older.
This show is aimed at a slightly older audience than the original Rugrats. Viewers of the original show may like this.
When I saw the All Grown Up pilot in 2001, I thought it was interesting to see how the Rugrats would look in their pre-teens/teens and it contained things that would usually happen during that time of life such as going to a concert, going to school and being grounded.
The actual TV show is better because the Rugrats seem to wear different clothes in each episode and Angelica doesn't get punished as much as she did in the original Rugrats series. Tommy and Susie get punished in this series.
I've also noticed references to Rugrats in this show and even flashbacks of how the Rugrats looked in the original series. They actually talk to the adults in this show because they're 10 years older.
This show is aimed at a slightly older audience than the original Rugrats. Viewers of the original show may like this.
Too heavy on morals, Too light on originality
aleusong31 January 2005
Warning: Spoilers
I never saw the original special that started it all. I think it would've been better had this series not been made.
Every episode I've seen stresses too heavy on the morals. Well it's a kid show, I suppose that's normal. But everything is recycled, and the main antagonists are those so-called cool kids that are nothing but assholes. "We say it's cool." That is so retarded! And that episode where Kimmy doesn't find out until she's like 12 or something that she's Japanese and wants to be more Japanese: #1 I don't think kids are that stupid and would know what ethnicity they are before they get too old #2 The moral of the episode seems to discourage having an interest in one's own true culture which really upsets me.
There's a desperate cry for work on writing and characters. Among all things Dil is a FULL clone copy of Carl from "As Told By Ginger" another unoriginal show, while the rest of the cast only bear some similarities to other characters in personality.
I'm not some freak who thought that this series was a bad idea from the start. I had hopes for it, but when I realized while watching how much of it has been done to death, I was outraged.
The show lacks fantasy and wonder which was what makes The Rugrats special, nothing like its spin off at all.
Every episode I've seen stresses too heavy on the morals. Well it's a kid show, I suppose that's normal. But everything is recycled, and the main antagonists are those so-called cool kids that are nothing but assholes. "We say it's cool." That is so retarded! And that episode where Kimmy doesn't find out until she's like 12 or something that she's Japanese and wants to be more Japanese: #1 I don't think kids are that stupid and would know what ethnicity they are before they get too old #2 The moral of the episode seems to discourage having an interest in one's own true culture which really upsets me.
There's a desperate cry for work on writing and characters. Among all things Dil is a FULL clone copy of Carl from "As Told By Ginger" another unoriginal show, while the rest of the cast only bear some similarities to other characters in personality.
I'm not some freak who thought that this series was a bad idea from the start. I had hopes for it, but when I realized while watching how much of it has been done to death, I was outraged.
The show lacks fantasy and wonder which was what makes The Rugrats special, nothing like its spin off at all.
I believe that the series " All Grown Up! " is one of the best animated series, and which deserves the attention and love of the audience
Roman_59716 August 2023
In the series " All Grown Up! " we see how the heroes of our childhood become teenagers and face new problems and challenges. We follow their adventures, romantic relationships, school affairs, and family situations. The series shows how they maintain their individuality and friendship, despite all the difficulties and disagreements. The series also touches on various social and cultural topics, such as bullying, ecology, etc. The series is not afraid to be serious and deep, but at the same time does not lose its humor and lightness.
My family and I watch the series " All Grown Up! " and we really like it. This is a fun and funny series that makes you think about life. We really like the stories and characters of this series because they are lively, interesting and multifaceted, have their own personality and character. They have their strengths and weaknesses, their dreams and fears, their mistakes and virtues. They grow and change as the series progresses, learning from their own experiences and supporting each other. I love how the series combines humor, kindness, fantasy and realism.
I think that the series " All Grown Up! " is not only a continuation of "Rugrats", but also an independent project that has its own style and atmosphere. The series appeals to different generations of viewers: those who grew up on "Rugrats" and those who are just getting acquainted with these characters. The series knows how to be funny and touching, fascinating and instructive, realistic and fantastic.
The series not only entertains, but also teaches children and adults important life lessons such as friendship, family, tolerance, responsibility and creativity. I believe that All Grown Up! As well as "Rugrats" is a real classic of animation, which over time will not lose its relevance and attractiveness, which is suitable for viewers of any age and teaches friendship, imagination, curiosity and joy of life. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to watch a high-quality and exciting cartoon.
It would be cool if they made a remake of this series, also hand-drawn, but already adjusted for new technologies, i.e., for modernity.
My family and I watch the series " All Grown Up! " and we really like it. This is a fun and funny series that makes you think about life. We really like the stories and characters of this series because they are lively, interesting and multifaceted, have their own personality and character. They have their strengths and weaknesses, their dreams and fears, their mistakes and virtues. They grow and change as the series progresses, learning from their own experiences and supporting each other. I love how the series combines humor, kindness, fantasy and realism.
I think that the series " All Grown Up! " is not only a continuation of "Rugrats", but also an independent project that has its own style and atmosphere. The series appeals to different generations of viewers: those who grew up on "Rugrats" and those who are just getting acquainted with these characters. The series knows how to be funny and touching, fascinating and instructive, realistic and fantastic.
The series not only entertains, but also teaches children and adults important life lessons such as friendship, family, tolerance, responsibility and creativity. I believe that All Grown Up! As well as "Rugrats" is a real classic of animation, which over time will not lose its relevance and attractiveness, which is suitable for viewers of any age and teaches friendship, imagination, curiosity and joy of life. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to watch a high-quality and exciting cartoon.
It would be cool if they made a remake of this series, also hand-drawn, but already adjusted for new technologies, i.e., for modernity.
Great Show
lorrimonacelli3 September 2005
I like this show. It may seem dorky at first, but it actually makes a life for the so called RUGRATS.The show makes me happy, and makes me enjoy my teen life more! But my only flaw is that they are starting to use the dorky and annoying Rugrats music (1997-2001) that annoyed me after all these years. Otherwise the show makes me comfortable.I recommend that everyone watch this show. Teens Mostly!The show though gets annoying after a while with Angelica, who I hate!The show alternates from one teen having a problem, to another being weird.Hey, it's a typical Klasky/Csuopo cartoon with the animation and feel of most of their show which are excellent.The show is GREAT.
Rugrats: 9.5/10 All Grown Up: 9.8/10
Rugrats: 9.5/10 All Grown Up: 9.8/10
I've grown to like this show
elonmusk-is_a_moron25 June 2022
This was quite hated back then in the day, or I am wrong? (Just see the reviews written in the time when this was still on air)
Yet many of us used to watch it religiously, even if the sole reason was to complain about how cheesy and cliched it was.
Yet, now that I have rewatched many episodes online, I have started to see it with different eyes. Maybe it's nostalgia, but I think this is one of the most underrated Nick shows. Way overhated, far more than many other way worse shows (Such as the garbage sitcoms by Dan Schneider, which started to plague Nickelodeon during the same decade this was released)
I kinda wish Rugrats had another spin-off, following the main characters as adults, having their own babies. Some kind of "Next-generation" thing would have been preferable to the 3D remake we got in the year 2021.
Yet, now that I have rewatched many episodes online, I have started to see it with different eyes. Maybe it's nostalgia, but I think this is one of the most underrated Nick shows. Way overhated, far more than many other way worse shows (Such as the garbage sitcoms by Dan Schneider, which started to plague Nickelodeon during the same decade this was released)
I kinda wish Rugrats had another spin-off, following the main characters as adults, having their own babies. Some kind of "Next-generation" thing would have been preferable to the 3D remake we got in the year 2021.
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