"Dexter's Laboratory" (English: "Dexter's Laboratory") is a popular American animated series created by Genndy Tartakovsky. It aired on the Cartoon Network channel and became very popular among children and teenagers.
Coloring Book Dexter's Laboratory
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- Premiere: "Dexter's Laboratory" premiered on April 28, 1996 on the Cartoon Network channel. The series was created by Genndy Tartakovsky, who is also known for his work on other animated features such as "Samurai Jack" and "Star Wars: Clone Wars."
- The plot: The series centers on a young scientific genius named Dexter, who has a secret laboratory in his room. In the lab he creates all sorts of inventions and experiments, but he also tries to keep them secret from his family, including his annoying sister Dee Dee.
- Characters: The main character is Dexter, who is extremely intelligent and inventive, but also a bit sociopathic and fascinated by science. His sister Dee Dee is an extreme contrarian character who unexpectedly enters the lab and causes chaos. The series also features other characters, such as Dexter's parents and another scientist named Mandark.
- Humor and style: "Dexter's Laboratory" is characterized by a specific style of animation and humor. The series often combines science with absurdity and creates comedic situations related to Dexter's inventions and experiments.
- Brief sections: Episodes of "Dexter's Laboratory" are relatively short and are usually about 7-8 minutes in length. This allows for dynamic plot development and fast-paced comedy.
- Awards: The series has won numerous awards, including three Emmy Awards in the "Best Animated Short Program" category.
- Cult figure: Dexter became a cult figure, with his distinctive voice provided by Christine Cavanaugh. Dee Dee was played by Allison Moore, and Mandark was played by Eddie Deezn.
- Spin-off: Following the success of "Dexter's Laboratory," there was also a spin-off called "Dial M for Monkey," which focused on the adventures of a superhero named Monkey.
- Pop culture impact: "Dexter's Laboratory" influenced popular culture and became an icon for many people who grew up in the 1990s and early 2000s, with many quotable and iconic moments coming from the series.
- Completion: "Dexter's Laboratory" was terminated after four seasons and a total of 78 episodes, although the series left a lasting mark on animation history.
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- Initial name: Originally the series was to be titled "Dexter's Lab," but this was later changed to "Dexter's Laboratory" for a more academic tone.
- The post Mandark: The name of Mandark, Dexter's rival, is an anagram of the word "dark man."
- The Red Button Book: In the episode "Star Check Unconventional," when Earth Day is deemed unsuccessful, it is entered into the "Red Button Book" as "unsuccessful."
- Peanuts cartoon quote: In the episode "Sun, Surf, and Science," Dexter uses vulgar language. Dee Dee asks how he knows this, and Dexter replies: "Because Charlie Brown taught me."
- A spin-off about Mandark: In the episode titled "Last But Not Beast," a parody of the anime's ending was made, where Mandark returns to his former life and Dexter is surprised that he is not there. In fact, Mandark was supposed to be the protagonist of a spin-off titled "Mandark's Lab," but the idea was abandoned.
- Pop culture references: In the episode "Last But Not Beast," a reference to "Godzilla" can be seen, as well as a Godzilla character appeared in the episode titled "Quiet Riot." In addition, in the episode "Stuffed Animal House," Dexter wears a T-shirt with a "Star Wars" theme.
- The lead with Genndy Tartakovsky: In the episode titled "Last But Not Beast," a short scene in the credits introduces the author, Genndy Tartakovsky, who is making a film. This is a reference to the fact that Tartakovsky participated in the creation of the episode.
- References for other productions: The episode "Poppa Wheely / A Mom Cartoon / Copping an Aptitude" features cameo appearances by characters from the "Powerpuff Girls" series.
- Dexter's original hand: In an episode titled "Old Man Dexter," it is revealed that Dexter was born with a huge protuberance on his forehead, which had an appearance identical to his huge hand.
- Inspiration in a work of art: The concept for the series "Dexter's Laboratory" was inspired by Rene Magritte's painting entitled "The Man in the Cylinder," as seen in the distinctive look of Dexter and his laboratory.