The Bugaloos

1970·Show
17Episodes in1Season
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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The Bugaloos fingerprint

Funny, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Nostalgia9

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy

  • Physical Comedy8
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Absurdist Humor6

World

Fantasy

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure5

Style

Standout visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Centrality9
  • Visual Stylization8
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

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.
Classic Children's ShowMusical FantasyWhimsical AdventureRetro TV SeriesQuirky CharactersVillainous AnticsSing-Along FunLighthearted ComedyVisual Spectacle

Crew

Directed by:
Tony Charmoli

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Bugaloos

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Where can I stream The Bugaloos legally?

PrimeThe RokuCineverseMidnight PulpDoveTubi TV

The Bugaloos is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Midnight Pulp, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Cineverse and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Bugaloos worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does The Bugaloos have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 17 episodes.

When did The Bugaloos air?

It ran from 1970 to 1971 and has ended.

What language is The Bugaloos in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch The Bugaloos?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Bugaloos in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Bugaloos use?

Paper-Thin DisguiseParental BonusLaugh TrackRay GunAmnesia EpisodeMs. FanserviceContinuity RebootWPUNBooing CrowdCircus EpisodeAscended ExtraYou Dirty Rat!and 29 more

TV Tropes lists 41 storytelling tropes for The Bugaloos, including Paper-Thin Disguise, Parental Bonus, Laugh Track.

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