[18] Kim's best female friend is Monique (Raven-Symon), who is occasionally forced into accompanying Kim on select missions when Ron is unavailable. [48], Kim Possible is considered to be one of Disney Channel's most beloved programs. Distinct from other Disney Channel shows in its use of self-referential humor, Schooley and McCorkle developed fast-paced sitcom-style dialogue in order to cater to adult viewers. [93], The character has also been well-received by feminist critics,[69][71][70][94][74] some of whom consider her to be a feminist icon. [62] According to Betsy Wallace of Common Sense Media, Kim Possible "capitalizes on the female villain-fighting craze that sparked with Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Alias", albeit simplifying the genre for a younger generation. [65] "Call Me, Beep Me" became so popular among fans of both the show that several of them proceeded to download it as their own cell phone ringtones, including Milian herself. "[24] The creators admitted that Kim would have been their "dream girl" in high school, joking, "She would have been way out of our class though. [73][86] Typically, series that originate on Disney Channel seldom surpass three seasons (65 episodes) before they are canceled,[23] a rule that had been practiced since the late 1990s. At the end, the four actors performed a brand new Kim Possible scene written by McCorkle and Schooley and directed by original Kim voice director Lisa Schaffer. The character lives in fictional Middleton, USA with her parents James (Gary Cole) and Ann (Jean Smart), a rocket scientist and neurosurgeon respectively,[4][5] and her younger brothers, identical twins Jim and Tim. [42] Director Steve Loter declared that Season 4 was the "most international season" because Kim and Ron travel to more exotic countries. Berry was also responsible for creating music for the first three seasons of Comedy Central's South Park. [50], Produced by Walt Disney Television Animation, Kim Possible's episodes are typically 22 minutes in length and occupy half-hour time slots. [127], The attraction was closed on May 18, 2012, to make way for a similar attraction themed around the character of "Agent P" from Disney Channel animated television show Phineas and Ferb. [53] Using a limited animation style,[54] the characters wear a wide variety of costumes and hairstyles. [59] Likening Kim to comic book superheroine Wonder Woman, Kathryn Shattuck of The New York Times wrote that Kim is prepared to defend humankind "without sacrificing her interest in boys and clothes", observing that she does not rely on costumes "or a jolt of testosterone to get the job done". [74] Kim is not a tomboy;[77] Julia Pugachevsky of BuzzFeed credits the series with "show[ing] that you could be traditionally feminine and strong at the same time. Kimberly Anne Kate "Kim" Possible is the titular character from Disney's 2002-07 animated television series Kim Possible. It's as though we get to play James Bond's 'Q' for each episode -- the more imaginative the toy, the better. Pick out some cool fishnet stocking or knee socks, or even some cool jewelry! [27] Having been attending high school in New York at the time, Romano would mostly work remotely and usually be "phone patched in" whenever necessary; there is only one occasion during which the entire main cast recorded together. She is unusual in this in that she not only lacks a secret . [9] Many of the character's typically feminine belongings double as powerful weapons and tools, namely her lip gloss and compact mirror. oops, wrong show. [51] By the end of the series, Romano was 21 years old and attending Columbia University for political science. [126], Based on the series, the Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure was an interactive attraction that took place in several of Epcot's World Showcase pavilions in Walt Disney World. "[7] One episode in particular, "Blush", was inspired by Romano's modesty and tendency to blush at the slightest compliment. Character; Main Character: Male Best Friend: Naked Mole Rat: Kim's Brothers: Computer whiz: Main Villain: Main Villain's 'Sidekick' Shego's Blue Brother: Red Brothers: Purple Brother: Kims High School Rival: Kims Female Best Friend: A retired multi-billionare villain: Multi billionares son: A Mad Villainous German Scientist [60] Meanwhile, David Horiuchi of Amazon.com described the character as "tough, witty, and refreshingly free of any saucy teen attitude". [125] In June 2004, McDonald's customers received Kim Possible memorabilia ranging from action figures to spy gear and accessories with their purchase of a Happy Meal. Luckily, she has many skills that help her in this endeavor, such as great reflexes, martial arts, strength, and intelligence. [52] Agreeing that the series adopted the then-new "crime-fighting female" formula, Tracey McLoone of PopMatters admitted that Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Alias and The Powerpuff Girls comparisons are inevitable, but at the same time observed that Kim is more confident than her predecessors, incorporating cheerleading and acrobatics into her fights against enemies, while using traditionally "girly" accessories such as lip gloss and makeup to her advantage in battle. It's great because people have grown with me, even with that damn song. ", "Four TV Shows You Should Watch With Your Kids", "Kim Possible Review: The Best Disney Cartoon of the Last Decade? [32] Although admitting that the character's accomplishments are generally "implausible," Schooley and McCorkle wanted Kim to remain relatable to young viewers, and avoided making her "impervious" like superheroes by giving her "real problems and teen issues. by kiimpossible. This doesn't mean that a higher class would always beat a lower class character. [10] At one point, the character's appearance was based on that of video game character Lara Croft from the Tomb Raider franchise until Disney Channel abandoned this concept in favor of one more akin to that of a 14 year-old girl as opposed to a bombshell. (505) 431 - 5992; man jumps off cruise ship after fight with wife The series premiered on June 7, 2002, and ended on September 7, 2007, after 87 episodes and four seasons. [48] However, when the series was surprisingly renewed for a fourth season, Schooley and McCorkle were forced to confronted the challenge of writing for Kim and Ron as a couple for the first time but eventually grew to appreciate their "new dynamic", which provided the show with "new life" while allowing the writers to explore previously uncharted comedic territory. "[77] The series avoids the popular "Will they or won't they?" The first episode, "Crush", premiered on Disney Channel on June 7, 2002,[19] followed by the airing of two back-to-back episodes, occupying the 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm time slot. [14] In his book The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows, 1946-Present, television historian Tim Brooks appreciated the show's "marvelous sense of humor about itself. Same rules as all my builders, respect them. [29] The show's female characters are the only characters drawn with lips, only the upper of which is visible. "[71], Kim was among several fictional characters who debuted towards the end of the girl power and third-wave feminism eras. [59] Nonetheless, Kim exhibits personality traits and interests typically associated with teenage girls, such as shopping, boy bands, fangirling over popular trends,[9] describing herself as "basic average girl". A live-action television film of the same name was released in 2019. Originally designed as a bombshell based on video game character Lara Croft, Kim's appearance was ultimately altered to resemble a teenage girl instead. [41][42] The actress was finally introduced to the show's creators by Disney Channel executives after Schooley and McCorkle had already auditioned several people for the role. [53] According to Odyssey contributor Veronica Faison, Kim "planted my early feminist roots, and perhaps even set my social justice path". Meanwhile, Jumba mistakes Rufus for one of his missing experiments. [7][35] Kirsten Storms voiced Kim's high school rival Bonnie while portraying Belle on the soap opera Days of Our Lives. Note: Groups of characters are described under the Teams Category. [7][8] Her most consistent adversaries are mad scientist Dr. Drakken and his sidekick Shego,[9] the latter of whom is a former superheroine and skilled martial artist who has the ability to generate powerful energy blasts from her hands, and thus poses as her main combatant and threat. [13] Opting for a "simplicity that was the hallmark of" the 1960s, some of the architecture in Kim Possible is reminiscent of lairs owned by James Bond villains, while Bodner was inspired by the graphic design of posters Disney used during the same decade, as well a Chuck Jones and Maurice Noble. We love all things Kim Possibl e. Since we've seen the show so many times, it has worked its way into our everyday lives. Kim Possible is obviously the most likable character from the show - the show is named after her after all! Kim Possible Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. Quiz: Which Kim Possible Character Are You? [40] One particularly strong influence is found in Dr. Drakken and James Possible's former friendship, whose relationship closely mirrors that of the Fantastic Four's Victor von Doom/Doctor Doom and Reed Richards/Mr. [16], Kim is raised in a nuclear family. The high school student and crime fighter is the protagonist of the Disney animated series Kim Possible, which ran from 2002 to 2007. You can even layer certain items to create a unique and stylish look. "[29] For example, when the character is dressed in all-black, Kim was drawn without a white outline so that she virtually disappears when she moves in front of a black background, yet her "simple design" and flesh allows audiences to "fill in where her body is" naturally. [75] Entertainment Weekly ranked Kim Possible the fourth on greatest Disney Channel Original Series, calling it an "animated gem". Kim Possible (2002-2023) Full Cast & Crew See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Series Directed by Series Writing Credits Series Cast Series Produced by Series Music by Adam Berry . [19] A ratings success,[84] Kim Possible's premiere became the most-watched of any Disney Channel Original Series. "[42] Schooley and McCorkle had previously worked with Nicole Sullivan on Buzz Lightyear of Star Command and thus created the role of Shego with her in mind. [9] Sarah Freymiller of Bustle described Ron as "the Joker to [Kim's] Batman; he is the intelligent, kind chaos in her highly-organized life. [10] During the show's inaugural season, the actors generally recorded separate from each other, but Friedle, DiMaggio and Sullivan experienced opportunities to record together during the second season. After starring in each of the show's 87 episodes, Kim made her final appearance in the hour-long series . James and Ann Possible (Gary Cole and Jean Smart, respectively), and her younger brothers, twin geniuses Jim and Tim (Shaun Fleming, 200206; Spencer Fox, 2007), to whom she refers as "Tweebs" (a portmanteau of "twin" and "dweebs"); the twins speak their own made up language known as "Twinnish". [14] The Huffington Post's Carly Steyer credited Kim with teaching the importance of maintaining a healthy worklife balance, writing, "She paid an appropriate amount of attention to her schoolwork, and worked hard, but didn't slave over it to the extent that she didn't have any time left to save the world". [26][92], In the days leading up to Kim Possible's premiere, television critics speculated whether or not the show would attract a large enough male audience despite its female lead to prove successful. [86] Reviewing Kim Possible: So the Drama, the film originally intended to end the series, Amazon.com's David Horiuchi cited the character among the main reasons why the show will be missed. [15] MTV's Deepa Lakshmin predicted that Kim "will live on in our hearts forever". [24], "Ms. Possible, when not solving the typical dilemmas facing high school youth, faced off against a bevy of (occasionally competent) do-badders using her smarts, courage, acrobatic martial-arts skills and sundry cool gadgets. All traits of a character are used for calculating the Classification. ", "Girl-next-door turned superhero foils global archenemies in "Disney's Kim Possible," premiering in August on Family Channel", "For Young Viewers; Kim Possible: Saving the Day in Her Spare Time", "A Saturday Morning Cartoon that Parents Will Enjoy? But nobody in or watching the series will ever be offended or over-stimulated, or even surprised. [47][66][82][83][84] Jacqueline Cutler of the Sun-Sentinel hailed the character as "as close to a role model as an animated cheerleader trying to save the world can be". [51] Meanwhile, the outfits of Team Impossible were influenced by the X-Men's "classic" blue and gold uniforms. "[21] Tracy McLoone of PopMatters reviewed, "Kim Possible includes adult-friendly humor, in the event that parents feel the need to watch tv (sic) with their kids. "[48] Additionally, Romano's character greatly influenced her own career,[49] and considers Kim to be a positive role model for young girls. [85] Internationally, Kim Possible aired on the Family Channel in Canada, while broadcasting on CCTV 12 in China, Dubai TV in Dubai in their respective local languages, Mandarin and Arabic and on ABS-CBN in the Philippines in Filipino language. [10] Initially envisioned as a "standard sidekick", Sullivan's sarcastic interpretation of Shego ultimately inspired Schooley and McCorkle to expand upon the humor revolving around the fact that Shego is barely able to tolerate Drakken. The character has since been very positively received by critics, who hailed her as a positive role model for young women, while heavily comparing her to similar crime-fighting television heroines Buffy Summers from Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Sydney Bristow from Alias, both of whom preceded her. [10] Sullivan's first recording session opposite DiMaggio established a chemistry between the two voice actors and their respective characters, out of which Shego's signature sarcasm was introduced and eventually expanded upon. Amazingly Embarrassing Parents: "Downhill" shows that she enjoys a number of family traditions that embarrass Kim. "[13] Furthermore, the writers envisioned the character having her own website and hand-held communicator named the "Kimmunicator" after the character [13] with video chat, both of which were considered revolutionary back in 2000, a time when few young people owned cellphones. [61] Although discussing whether or not popular music featured in the series should be stylistically similar to the score, Disney decided to avoid limiting the show to then-current musical trends because, according to Berry, "trying to be current is one of the best ways to sound dated. [99] UGO ranked Kim 59th on the website's list of the 75 "hottest" animated characters, crowning her the "Disney Channel queen". [24] Finally, the creators decided to give Kim a more realistic appearance akin to that of a 14-year-old girl as opposed to a bombshell, concluding, "She has a nice, very appealing design, but we just wanted to keep it out of that realm of video game heroine. [52] The New York Times observed that the show's retro setting is more similar to that of The Jetsons than The Simpsons. [78] The series comprised 84 episodes, with Kim starring in each one. [106] Customers were given a choice of eight different interactive toys to choose from, including a magnetic drawing tablet designed to resemble the Kimminucator and action figures of Kim, Ron, Rufus, Shego, and Monkey Fist. She is unusual in this field in that she has no secret identity. [21] Esmeer Rigden-Briscall of Her Campus credited Kim with teaching several valuable feminist lessons, describing her as simultaneously "the most underrated but most needed Kim around". [62] Kim's inherent confidence is a Possible family trait; her father James, who views women as equals,[16] proudly reiterates the phrase "Nothing is impossible for a Possible" on numerous occasions. [10] Kim's ability to travel virtually anywhere around the world within a short period of time is left largely unexplained;[22] BuzzFeed referred to Wade as an "example that sitting in front of your computer all day is actually the most powerful position to be in. ; Awesomeness by Analysis: Figures out that the synthoplasma slime from "Mother's Day" reacted to current the same way as a brain's electrical impulses after a single jolt of electricity from the Kimmunicator zaps it and with that knowledge was able to "talk to it" and calm it down . [111] The series maintains "legions" of devoted fans. [15] With a tendency not to take itself seriously,[21] Kim Possible both parodies and pays homage to the spy, action and superhero genres,[67][75] its comedy benefiting from the show's emphasis on "over-the-top plots" and circumstances. "[53] Similarly, USA Today's Alex Kane wrote that the show "is ultimately made memorable by its charming cast of characters, including a naked mole rat named Rufus". (1989). [24] According to McCorkle, Kim has much more in common with James Bond than comic book superheroes. He also just has a terrific comedic sense",[29] while director and animator Steve Loter described both Friedle and DiMaggio as "experts in ad-libbing. [5] Ron's personal fears, insecurities, and clumsiness tend to jeopardize the success of their own missions. [120] On June 22, 2018, it was announced that Issac Ryan Brown will portray Wade. "[26] To prevent Kim and Ron's relationship from becoming "soap-opera-ish", the writers strove to maintain the basics of their friendship, with Kim continuing to save the world with Ron as her sidekick. [19] By 2005, the show's time slot had been changed to Friday evenings at 5:30 pm. Kimberly Ann Possible[2][3] is a fictional character and the title protagonist of the animated Disney television series Kim Possible, voiced by actress Christy Carlson Romano. [48] Throughout the first three seasons, the idea of Ron having feelings for Kim is alluded to, but he never pursues them for various reasons. "[25], Kim was Romano's first voice-acting role. [33] Schooley explained that "What makes Kim effective in the action world is gymnastics, cheerleading, physical activity, something that any kid, any girl, in the world could do. We still have the villains, and we have the comedy with the villains and their bizarre schemes and how they get foiled. [5] Several Season 4 episodes were edited and shortened for time because they would run up to five minutes too long, forcing Loter to eliminate some sub plots and characters. "[47] Romano initially doubted that the show would be successful, but eventually admitted that "the animation was great and the writing was amazing. In the movie So The Drama and in season four, Kim and Ron end up developing romantic feelings for each other and begin dating during their senior year. [9] Kim's entire family is very intelligent, therefore the character is spared "the burden of being the only brain on the show". [32] Although not as strong an action hero as Kim, at the same time the creators were careful to highlight Ron's courage and attributes by emphasizing the fact that he constantly finds himself in dangerous situations. [20] Because Kim is too young to legally drive for most of the series, she relies on favors from friends typically people she has rescued for transportation. This is a list of characters appearing in the animated . [49] The series ends with Kim and Ron graduating. [30][14][15], Long-time collaborators and veteran Disney writers, Bob Schooley and Mark McCorkle had already been writing for Disney Channel for several years, contributing to the network's male-led animated series Aladdin, Hercules and Buzz Lightyear of Star Command, each one spin-offs of their respective feature-length animated films. The reason she is so likable is that she is beyond heroic. "[14][15] When a wealthy entrepreneur accidentally contacts Kim Possible instead of Team Impossible when he becomes trapped by his own laser security system, Kim rushes to his aid, using her gymnastic abilities to disable the device. [8][9] Not yet of age to drive herself to most of her missions, Kim often relies on favors from various people she has assisted in the past for transportation. [91] The series began airing on Disney XD in 2018, though only including random episodes from Seasons 1 and 4. [62] Despite her high school popularity, Kim is neither stuck-up nor superficial,[9][63] and remains fiercely devoted to her schoolwork. While the music in Kim Possible is mostly guitar-driven, Berry's scoring experience prior to the show had been exclusively orchestral, composing scores using only a keyboard. [67][68], Kim's unconventional relationship with her inept, unpopular best friend Ron ultimately unveils the best in both characters. [citation needed] Cartwright cites Rufus among her two most difficult characters to voice due to the constant use of her diaphragm required to produce 18 mole rat sound effects. Plays. Quiz Creator Spotlight. [29] Seor Senior, Sr. and Seor Senior, Jr. are voiced by Ricardo Montalban and Nestor Carbonell, respectively. [8], In addition to other "mainstays" of modern-day youth, technology serves an important role throughout the series, specifically the Internet and Kim's gadgets, the most significant of which is the Kimmunicator designed to help Kim communicate with Wade and grants her access to virtually any information she desires. [74], Hosting a diverse cast of strong female characters while confronting gender norms and barriers,[5][24][77] Kim Possible explores feminist themes,[22] specifically third-wave feminism. Based on "Kim Possible" Characters Creator Also Music and Lyrics for "I Want It My Way . Approved and edited by BuzzFeed Community Team. : Zenon Trends And Star Signs On For More 'General Hospital', "The 'Kim Possible' Dream Can Cartoons Be Judged Not by Their Sex, but by the Content of Their Characters", "Toon Zone Interviews Bob Schooley & Mark McCorkle on Kim Possible Season 4", "Superagent Kim Possible is back by popular demand. [48] To avoid alienating younger audiences, Schooley and McCorkle only slightly acknowledged the relationship, maintaining that Kim "still saves the world. [59] "Call Me, Beep Me" was the first song Lerios and Gabriel wrote together, and the songwriting duo has since gone on to collaborate on both scoring and writing songs for several other major television networks and programs. "[25] The sounds of mobile devices and modern-day technology are incorporated throughout the song. "[24] Director Chris Baily wanted Kim to be designed with "graphic sensibilities" similar to those of the show's backgrounds, creating a 3D character "whose feet can be planted on the ground and communicate a sense of space. A stop-motion version of Kim appeared in an episode of Robot Chicken where she is trapped by Kim Jong-un while trying to stop North Korean nuclear launch codes, and they both mock their names by making puns out of them. In total, three half-hour episodes premiered back-to-back. [19] When he becomes trapped by his own laser security system, a billionaire accidentally contacts Kim while he was attempting to reach Team Impossible, to whose aid she immediately rushes. [61], UGO described Kim as a "cheery and upbeat" character who "settles for nothing less than excellence". As usual, Kim and Ron escape but not before Kim gets into fisticuffs with Shego (with Drakken and Ron providing commentary on the fight).[116]. On February 7, 2018, Disney announced on Twitter that they were moving forward in making a live action Kim Possible Disney Channel Original Movie and were beginning casting. High school student Kim Possible (Christy Carlson Romano) fights crime alongside her best friend and eventual boyfriend and sidekick Ron Stoppable (Will Friedle), aided by his pet naked mole-rat Rufus (Nancy Cartwright) and computer genius Wade (Tahj Mowry). Kim Possible is an animation series produced by Walt Disney Television Animation and created by Bob Schooley and Mark McCorkle in 2002. [47] Rob Owen of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joked that, despite dressing like singer Britney Spears, Kim shares "the same insecurities as all adolescents". [53] Believing there to have been few female-lead action cartoons prior to Kim Possible, Thompson credited the character with "introduc[ing] a new form of girl power we hadnt seen before". "[24] Thus, Schooley and McCorkle conceived Kim as a "girl who can do anything"; Kim Possible offered the writers a first-time opportunity to create an entirely new character "from scratch", which Schooley described as a "refreshing" experience in comparison to writing for characters who had already been long established. [113] Kim Possible was placed at number nine on TV Guide's ranking of "The Best Disney Channel Shows". [95][21] Writing for the feminist website Refinery29, Claire Fahey described Kim as "a feminist icon for the millennial generation". [65] Calling her a "cartoon idol", Kadeen Griffiths of Bustle lauded Kim as an "amazingly feminist" character who "taught girls that it was okay to overachieve" and "worrying about boys didn't make you any less of a hero". Kim Possible is Disney Channel's second animated series, as well as the first one to be produced exclusively by Walt Disney Television Animation. When Kim Possible premiered in 2002, Kim was instantly well-liked by both female and male audiences. This crossword clue Kim Possible character ___ Stoppable was discovered last seen in the January 21 2020 at the USA Today Crossword. Veteran Disney Channel writers Schooley and McCorkle were recruited by the network to develop an animated series that could attract both older and younger audiences, and conceived Kim Possible as a show about a talented action heroine and her less competent sidekick. [48], Describing the show as "infectious", Rob Owen of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette wrote, "Blessed with a modern sense of humor and hip -- but not too hip -- vocabulary, Kim Possible should appeal to the tweens it clearly targets", believing that its animation, "speed with which stories unfold and especially the dialogue makes Kim Possible an early summer TV treat. [42] With characters drawn with large heads and eyes,[6] the show's colorful, "hip and retro" style is reminiscent of "campy" spy films released during the 1960s and 1970s. [48] Production on new episodes of Kim Possible had virtually ceased by the end of Season 3 when Kim and Ron finally become a couple, which McCorkle felt had ended the series perfectly in the film Kim Possible: So the Drama, thus initially eliminating any need to determine how they were to proceed with them as a new couple. [2] While traveling in an elevator on their way back to their office from their lunch break,[21] McCorkle said to Schooley, "Kim Possible. The "Kimmunicator" is able to trigger specific events within the pavilion grounds that provide clues to completing the adventure. [54][55] Although she is referred to by several nicknames throughout the series,[56] Kim forgoes a secret identity entirely, and is known as simply "Kim Possible" to "everyone who knows her [and] knows what she does". [63] The song's success ultimately benefited Milian's career as a performer; she explained, "I never realized that show would give me so much exposure.
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