"Fairly OddParents: That Old Black Magic" In the popular kids' animated television show, "The Fairly OddParents," there is an episode titled "That Old Black Magic." This episode revolves around the main character, Timmy Turner, and his magical fairy godparents, Cosmo and Wanda, as they encounter a black magic-wielding character called Dr. Bender. The episode begins with Timmy Turner wanting to impress his crush, Trixie Tang, by performing a magic trick. Despite his best efforts, Timmy fails to impress and ends up embarrassing himself. Determined to win Trixie's affection, Timmy decides to resort to black magic borrowed from a mysterious book he found in his parents' attic.
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From Bad to Worse Not only does Gengar find out about why it s trainer never returned to it, but it gets captured by Team Rocket while having trust issues with humans. Professor Cerise says that Gengar cursing someone is just a hypothesis, which Ash agrees by dismissing the claim, even after a series of unfortunate events like his chair breaking and being trampled by the Pokémon.
Determined to win Trixie's affection, Timmy decides to resort to black magic borrowed from a mysterious book he found in his parents' attic. Unbeknownst to Timmy, using black magic has severe consequences, as it disrupts the natural order of things and can lead to disastrous outcomes. When Cosmo and Wanda find out about Timmy's plan, they warn him about the dangers of tampering with black magic.
Recap / Pok�mon S23E16 "A Chilling Curse!"
Gengar is causing trouble for the Cerise Laboratory once again. This time around, it seems to have inflicted a curse on Ash.
- Bait-and-Switch: We're lead to believe Gengar cursed Ash. actually, it turns out Ash has just been ill the entire time.
- Big Damn Heroes: Ash saves Gengar from Team Rocket by ordering Pikachu to use Iron Tail on the machine it was trapped in.
- Bookends: The end of "Best Friend. Worst Nightmare!" has Gengar on top of the Cerise Lab with a sinister grin. The ending of this episode has Gengar there again, but this time it eats an apple with a happy smile.
- Call-Back: When Ash catches Gengar, he�s wearing a Charmander shirt, the first of his Pokemon that were originally abandoned.
- Contrived Coincidence: How convenient that Ash bumps into a random guy who happened to be Gengar's former trainer!
- For Want Of A Nail: If Ash didn't go barreling out of the lab after one too many 'curses' on him — with Gengar still in his shadow — he wouldn't have bumped into Gengar's former trainer, learned Gengar's backstory, and then subsequently befriend and capture the Ghost Pokémon.
- From Bad to Worse: Not only does Gengar find out about why it�s trainer never returned to it, but it gets captured by Team Rocket (while having trust issues with humans).
- Funny Background Event: Ren's terrified reaction as Goh tells Ash about the Gengar curse.
- Ghosts Abhor a Vacuum: Team Rocket captures Gengar using a vacuum-like contraption.
- Humiliation Conga: After Ash gets cursed by Gengar. A leg of his chair breaks, he accidentally ends up drinking the flower water, he almost falls down the stairs, causing him to grab Goh's butt to not fall, the entire content of parmesan cheese falls on the pasta that Mimey made for him because the cap fell off, he gets accidentally tramped by the Pokémon in the lab, including his own Dragonite, and finally, he gets his foot stuck in a hole made by a Diglett.
- It Amused Me: Professor Cerise knew that the laboratory was haunted but bought it anyway because he thought it was fun.
- Jerkass: Not only was Gengar�s former trainer a jerk for bragging about abandoning Gengar, but he was rude to Ash when Ash tried to apologize for bumping into him.
- Karma Houdini: Unlike Damien and Seamus, Gengar's trainer doesn't get comeuppance from Gengar. Ash doesn't chew him out but rather tells Gengar to calm down.
- Maybe Magic, Maybe Mundane: While it's implied that all the effects of Gengar's "curse" have been simply due to Ash being ill all along, this doesn't explain the ridiculous bad luck that haunted him throughout the entire day and which supposedly also touched Gengar's previous trainer.
- Now You Tell Me: Apparently, Professor Cerise knew that the building he bought for his laboratory was a Haunted Houseall along.
- Rage Breaking Point: After a string of bad luck, Ash ends up stepping on a Diglett hole. This causes him to scream in anger and run out of the lab, which spills into the above-mentioned For Want Of A Nail incident.
- Recycled Plot: Onceagain, Ash ends up befriending and catching a Pokémon left behind by a Jerkass trainer who promised to come back for it with no intention of actually doing that. The fact that Ash wears a t-shirt with Charmander on it during the final scene may be a subtle Lampshade Hanging.
- Shout-Out: Team Rocket trapping Gengar in a vacuum device, as mentioned above, is likely a reference to Luigi's Mansion.
- What Happened to the Mouse?: Gengar's former trainer is last seen fleeing for his life and never gets any comeuppance for abandoning his partner.
However, Timmy ignores their warnings and proceeds with using the forbidden magic. As Timmy starts using black magic to gain popularity and impress Trixie, chaos ensues. The balance between good and evil is disturbed, and unusual events occur throughout Dimmsdale, causing confusion and panic. Eventually, Timmy realizes the negative impacts of his actions and understands the importance of using magic responsibly. In an attempt to fix the problems caused by black magic, Timmy seeks assistance from Dr. Bender, a character known for his expertise in dark arts. However, Dr. Bender has a hidden agenda of his own. He seeks to use Timmy's magic to gain unlimited power and control over Dimmsdale. Timmy realizes this and, with the help of his fairies, overpowers Dr. Bender, restoring the natural balance of things. The episode concludes with Timmy learning an important lesson about the dangers of black magic and the importance of using magic for good purposes. He understands that shortcuts and forbidden means are not the way to achieve his goals. Timmy reverts to his normal self, relying on the support of his fairy godparents to help him in his everyday life. Overall, "Fairly OddParents: That Old Black Magic" serves as a cautionary tale against the use of black magic and encourages responsibility when it comes to magical powers. The episode teaches young viewers about the potential harms of seeking quick fixes and the importance of realizing one's mistakes and learning from them..
Reviews for "Black Magic as a Catalyst in Fairly Oddparents Plotlines"
1. John - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Fairly Oddparents: That Old Black Magic". The plot was weak and predictable, and the characters lacked depth. It felt like the creators were just trying to cash in on the success of the original series without putting much effort into making a quality movie. The jokes fell flat and the dialogue was uninspired. Overall, it was a forgettable and uninspiring watch.
2. Sarah - 1 star - I don't understand why they had to ruin a great show like "Fairly Oddparents" with "That Old Black Magic". The storyline was confusing and seemed to drag on forever. The humor was juvenile and didn't appeal to me at all. It seemed like a desperate attempt to keep the franchise alive, but it fell flat on its face. I would recommend skipping this movie and revisiting the original series instead.
3. Mike - 2 stars - "Fairly Oddparents: That Old Black Magic" was a disappointment for me. The animation quality was noticeably poorer compared to the original series, and the plot felt extremely contrived. I didn't find myself invested in the characters or their struggles. The humor also felt forced and repetitive, lacking the cleverness that made the original series so enjoyable. Overall, it felt like a cash grab rather than a genuine effort to continue the legacy of "Fairly Oddparents".
4. Lisa - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "That Old Black Magic" as a fan of "Fairly Oddparents", but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The movie lacked the charm and wit of the original series, resulting in a rather dull and uninspiring viewing experience. The plot felt recycled and predictable, and the jokes were stale. It just didn't capture the magic that made the show so beloved. It's a shame, as there was so much potential for a great continuation of the "Fairly Oddparents" universe.