Prime VideoThe Bugaloos (1970)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.4
Overview
The Bugaloos was an American children's television series, produced by brothers Sidney Krofft and Martin Krofft, that aired on NBC on Saturday mornings from 1970 to 1972. The show featured a musical group composed of four British-accented teenagers, who lived in fictional Tranquility Forest. They wore insect-themed outfits with antennae and wings which allowed them to fly, though on occasion, they were shown flying on surfboards. They were constantly beset by the evil machinations of Benita Bizarre, played by comedienne Martha Raye. Bizarre, being untalented and ugly herself, was covetous of the Bugaloos' musical prowess.
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Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Overview
The Bugaloos was an American children's television series, produced by brothers Sidney Krofft and Martin Krofft, that aired on NBC on Saturday mornings from 1970 to 1972. The show featured a musical group composed of four British-accented teenagers, who lived in fictional Tranquility Forest. They wore insect-themed outfits with antennae and wings which allowed them to fly, though on occasion, they were shown flying on surfboards. They were constantly beset by the evil machinations of Benita Bizarre, played by comedienne Martha Raye. Bizarre, being untalented and ugly herself, was covetous of the Bugaloos' musical prowess.
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Prime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film's central conflict revolves around a classic good versus evil fantasy narrative, with no discernible engagement with real-world political ideologies or societal critiques.
This 1970s children's fantasy series features a cast that aligns with traditional demographics of its era, without intentional race or gender swaps. The narrative focuses on lighthearted themes of good versus evil, and does not include critical portrayals of traditional identities or explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
The Bugaloos, a 1970s children's musical fantasy series, does not contain any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The show's narrative focuses on the adventures of four insect-themed musicians and their magical world, without incorporating any elements related to queer identity or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The Bugaloos is an original television series from 1970. All characters were created for this production, with no prior canonical or historical establishment of their gender in other source material. Therefore, no gender swaps occurred.
The Bugaloos is an original live-action children's television series from 1970. It is not an adaptation of prior source material, a reboot, or a biopic, meaning there are no pre-established character races to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.8
6.0
Critic Ratings
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