3-2-1 Penguins!

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Created by
Developed by Mike Nawrocki
Phil Vischer
Ron Smith
Everett Downing Jr.
Directed by Tod Carter
Tom Bancroft
Tim Hodge
Ron Smith
Voices of
  • Mark Marten
  • Melissa Peterson
  • Annie Walker-Bright
  • Ron Wells
  • Greg Mills
  • Page Hearn
  • Ron Smith
Theme music composerKurt Heinecke
Mike Nawrocki
Opening theme"3-2-1 Penguins! Theme Song" (lyrics by Mike Nawrocki)
Ending theme"Fly" (music by Kurt Heinecke)
Composers Kurt Heinecke
Adam Frick
Country of originUnited States [1]
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons3
No. of episodes6 (direct-to-video)
21 (TV series)
27 (total)
Production
Executive producersTim Hodge
Terry Pefanis
Phil Vischer
ProducersJon Gadsby
J. Chris Wall
Joe Barrouao
Sean Roche
David Pitts
Steven Lynette
EditorJohn Wahba
Running time30 minutes (video)
22 minutes (television)
Production companies Big Idea Entertainment
DKP Effects (2002-2003)
UTV Software Communications (2007-2008)
Original release
Network Direct-to-Video
ReleaseNovember 14, 2000 (2000-11-14) 
July 1, 2003 (2003-07-01)
Network Qubo
ReleaseOctober 6, 2007 (2007-10-06) 
November 13, 2008 (2008-11-13)
Related
VeggieTales
Larryboy: The Cartoon Adventures

3-2-1 Penguins! is an American science fiction computer-animated Christian children's television series, initially launched on November 14, 2000 as a direct-to-video episode [2] by Big Idea Entertainment with videos released between 2000 and 2003. The direct-to-video series held the top spot on the Soundscan kid video sales charts for its first 18 weeks of release, [3] was the #1 seller on Christian Booksellers Association's video list in 2001, [4] and had sold 1.5 million videos as of February 2009. [5]

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The television series aired on the Qubo blocks on NBC, Ion Television and Telemundo as well as the Qubo channel, and later on TBN and Smile of A Child. It ran for three seasons, with the first season consisting of television broadcasts of the six original home videos. Following its conclusion in 2008, it continued in reruns until 2014. The series was a top-ranked show on NBC's Qubo Saturday morning kids block in 2008. [6]

Overview

Twin siblings Jason and Michelle are spending the summer with their British grandmother, who they call Grandmum, in Pennsylvania's Poconos region. She has a collection of kitschy ceramic figurines, the most prized of which is four penguins in a rocket ship, a honeymoon gift from her late husband. In the first video, the twins accidentally drop the ship; instead of breaking, it flies into the air and reveals the four penguin figurines are alive and are the crew of the spaceship. One of the twins is then pulled into the ship, using the crew's Galeezle (shrinking) device, and taken on a galactic adventure. [7]

The ensuing adventure ties into the moral dilemma Jason and Michelle had struggled with in the opening scene. For example, in the debut episode, Trouble on Planet Wait-Your-Turn, the twins struggle with taking turns playing a new video game and looking through their Granddad's telescope before Jason is transported to a planet of alien vacuums who also have trouble taking turns. [8]

Characters

Main

Recurring

Episodes

SeasonEpisodesOriginally aired
First airedLast airedNetwork
1 6November 14, 2000July 1, 2003 Direct-to-video
September 9, 2006November 17, 2006 Qubo
Special December 2, 2006
2 13October 6, 2007April 12, 2008
3 7October 2, 2008November 13, 2008

Season 1 (2000–03)

The first season was broadcast on Qubo from September 9, 2006 to December 2, 2006 and consisted of televising the direct-to-video shows that were originally released from November 14, 2000 to July 1, 2003. At the end, each episode, with the exception of the first episode, has the Penguins perform at the Comet Lounge, singing a song related to the moral lesson of the episode.

No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
(Direct-to-video)
Qubo air dateQubo broadcasting order
1"Trouble on Planet Wait-Your-Turn"Ron SmithMike Nawrocki, Phil Vischer, Jeff Parker, Ron Smith, Nathan Carlson and Phil LollerNovember 14, 2000 (2000-11-14) [8] [10] September 9, 2006 [11] S01E01
Michelle and Jason are arguing about taking turns looking out of a telescope. After discovering a toy spaceship, Jason is pulled into the now-flying ship with the penguins, where he learns that he and they are called upon to help an alien planet in danger of burning up in its sun. It turns out that the indigenous people, (who resemble old-fashioned Electrolux canister vacuum cleaners) and even the planet itself, are incapable of waiting their turns.
2"The Cheating Scales of Bullamanka"Ron SmithStory by: Phil Vischer
Written by: Mike Nawrocki and Ron Smith
July 20, 2001 (2001-07-20) [12] [13] [14] September 16, 2006 [11] S01E02
Michelle beats Jason in a game of 'Squid Tac Toad' by cheating. Michelle learns that the penguins are real when she is then taken to the planet of Bullamanka to play against the Lizard King in a LARP version of Squid Tac Toad. After finding out that the Lizard King also wins by cheating, she learns the importance of playing fairly.
Music Video: "Fair and Square". [15]
3"The Amazing Carnival of Complaining"Ron SmithStory by: Phil Vischer, Mike Nawrocki and Ron Smith
Written by: Mike Nawrocki, Ron Smith and Tom Owens
November 16, 2001 (2001-11-16) [16] November 17, 2006 [11] S01E06
Jason and the crew go on a leisure trip to a carnival, but are confronted by carnival barker Uncle Blobb and his diabolical interplanetary real estate scheme as he attempts to turn them into "Seeds of Discontent." Its theme is not complaining about the things we don't have.
Music Video: "The Shinin' Star Swing".
4"Runaway Pride at Lightstation Kilowatt"Ron SmithStory by: Keith Lango
Written by: Tim Hodge and Ron Smith
September 21, 2002 (2002-09-21) [17] October 21, 2006 [11] S01E04
Michelle joins the Penguins on a mission to restore the signal beacon at Lightstation Kilowatt before the F.S.S Emperor's Pride crashes into a giant cosmic reef. Its theme is overcoming pride.
Music Video: "Space Surfin' Superstar".
5"The Doom Funnel Rescue"Ron SmithCydne Clark and Steve GranatDecember 21, 2002 (2002-12-21)October 28, 2006 [11] S01E05
Jason and the penguins, along with Kevin's robot friend, B.I.N.G., are called on to save a peaceful colony in the Doublewide Constellation which is being threatened by a huge space tornado. Its theme is helping others.
Music Video: "Spaceship Driving Man".
6"Moon Menace on Planet Tell-a-Lie"Ron SmithJohn Crane and Charles EstonJuly 1, 2003 (2003-07-01) [18] September 23, 2006 [11] S01E03
Jason and the penguins are called on to save the planet of Tell-a-Lie before its giant moon flattens the planet. But with its people telling only lies, figuring out the truth about what is causing their moon to plummet towards the planet isn't easy. Its theme is telling the truth.
Music Video: "The Legend of Galaxy Gus". The song is about a village invaded by an outlaw named Hancho Villa and the heroic Galaxy Gus must stop him.

Special (2006)

No.TitleWritten byOriginal air dateQubo broadcasting order
7"Songs From Cosmic Cafe"Cydne Clark and Steve Granat (songs)December 2, 2006 (2006-12-02)S01E07

Features three music videos from the remaining three videos which consist of:

Season 2 (2007–2008)

After airing the original videos in Season 1, Big Idea released new stories that were first aired on television for Season 2 and 3.

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date
81"I Scream, You Scream"Tim HodgeKirby AtkinsOctober 6, 2007 (2007-10-06) [11]
After returning from a mission, the penguins are unable to bring Jason and Michelle back to Grandmum's house as the Galeezel is broken. Until it's fixed the kids have to join the penguins as they battle Cavitus, who's plotting to steal the Space Defreeze ship. Cavitus tries to thwart the penguins by getting them angry at each other and accusing them of things they didn't do. Soon everyone learns the importance of knowing all the facts before jumping to conclusions.
92"The Green-eyed Monster"Tod CarterRobert G. LeeOctober 20, 2007 (2007-10-20) [11]
The Penguins visit a small planet divided by a picket fence round the equator and populated by two factions of sheep, each of whom wants to conquer the other side. Michelle also has her eyes on Jason's room, which she believes to be bigger than hers. The pervasiveness of Envy causes green-eyed Monsters to appear and eat holes in everything they see. It's only when contentment rules that peace is restored.
Note: This episode is included in the DVD compilation Save the Planets.
103"Lazy Daze"Tim HodgeTim HodgeNovember 3, 2007 (2007-11-03) [11]
The kids and Penguin Crew decide to take an undeserved break from their work and have a picnic on Rigel-13. Jason only too gladly sets aside his duties for play. By the time they arrive at Rigel-13, Jason is a full-on sluggard. No sooner do they set out their picnic baskets, than they are set upon by giant 20-foot tall ants! Escape seems impossible, but diligence is the way to a rich soul.
Note: This episode is included in the DVD compilation Blast in Space.
114"More Is More"Rob CorleyBroose JohnsonDecember 1, 2007 (2007-12-01) [11]
The Penguins are sent to Planet Gutt to investigate a problem in their gravitational field. What looks like a simple matter turns out to be an enormous problem. The entire planet has become addicted to the breakfast cereal, Sugar Frosted Black Holes. It causes insatiable appetites for everything. The planet has become lopsided and is in danger of being thrown off course. The Penguins must convince these over-indulgers that moderation is the key, and gluttony only leads to ruin.
Note: This episode is included in the DVD compilation Save the Planets.
125"Give and Let Give"Tod CarterDavid MurrayDecember 15, 2007 (2007-12-15) [11]
Michelle refuses to share cupcakes with her brother, as the crew heads up a mission to a planet of Garden Gnomes and Plastic Flamingos who are feuding over water rights on their drought-stricken world. Michelle sees that stinginess hurts all parties involved, when the dam on the planet is set to burst and destroy everything. Will they overcome their squabbling and share so that everyone has enough?
Note: This episode is included in the DVD compilation Save the Planets.
136"Practical Hoax"Tom BancroftKirby AtkinsJanuary 5, 2008 (2008-01-05) [11]
Jason and Midgel set off a series of practical jokes on board the ship, none of which turn out to be very funny to their victims. Then the crew is asked to act as substitute teachers at the Academy. Jason and Midgel help out and see what it's like to be at the wrong end of a practical joke. Cavitus infiltrates the school in an attempt to defeat the Penguins. Naturally everything comes to a head, and Penguins learn a lesson that a joke isn't funny when it hurts somebody.
147"Comedy of Errors"Tod CarterKirby AtkinsJanuary 19, 2008 (2008-01-19) [11]
Jason takes the stage as a stand-up comedian to take the place of the broken Ventril-o-Matic at the Comet Lounge. Trouble is, he gets his material by making fun of his friends. Michelle is especially heartbroken when he reveals a song she sings to calm herself down when she's feeling scared. Jason comes to a crossroad and has to decide whether to continue this new career path or make amends with his friends.
158"Compassion Crashin'"Rob CorleyDavid MurrayFebruary 2, 2008 (2008-02-02) [11]
Michelle is feeling down and lonely. Jason and the Penguin Crew try to cheer her up, but only succeed in making her feel worse because nobody listens to her; they simply try and put on a happy face in front of her gloom. When they crash-land on an asteroid, Michelle is made Queen of the strange tribe that lives there. Will she use her power to force all to listen, or will the crew finally learn the importance of compassion on their own?
Note: This episode is included in the DVD compilation Blast in Space.
169"Wiki Tiki"Tim HodgeBroose JohnsonFebruary 16, 2008 (2008-02-16) [11]
The Penguins are called to the island planet of Wiki Tiki, which is in danger of being engulfed by a large volcano. But they are in a hurry to get back to the Comet Lounge for Sol's Aurora Borealis Punch! They set to work too quickly without doing enough research. All of their patchwork efforts fail. Will the impatient crew finally realize they need to slow down, or will their haste leave the planet doomed?
Note: This episode is included in the DVD compilation Blast in Space.
1710"Invasion of the Body Swappers"Tom BancroftKirby AtkinsMarch 1, 2008 (2008-03-01) [11]
Michelle is troubled, feeling like she isn't pretty. As she wrestles with her outward appearance, she and Jason join the Penguin crew as they head to the MISO GUAPO beauty products convention where Zidgel is supposed to deliver a speech. Through a bizarre Galeezel accident, Zidgel and Kevin switch bodies, and mayhem ensues.
1811"Git Along Little Doggies"Tod CarterRobert G. LeeMarch 15, 2008 (2008-03-15) [11]
Jason & Michelle help the Penguins crew with a cattle drive on Planet Roo-Tin Toot-Tin. Seems most of the herd has come up missing. But the trail boss, Wild Bill Quasar, is one ornery critter. He has nary a kind word for anybody. The crew learns that a kind word turns away wrath while helping to retrieve Wild Bill's cattle.
1912"Wise Guys"John WahbaRobert G. LeeMarch 29, 2008 (2008-03-29) [11]
Jason gets a time machine. But he doesn't want to listen to the advice from his elders on how to make it work. Because of a glitch, they crash-land on a planet populated by three old Penguins, who just like to dole out unsolicited advice. Then they all realize that Jason's time machine did work, and these old penguins are Midgel, Fidgel and Zidgel in future form. Plus, the old guys (because of their experience) are the only ones who know how to repair the ship and the time machine. It's a lesson in listening to your elders.
2013"Hogs and Kisses"Tom BancroftDavid MurrayApril 12, 2008 (2008-04-12) [11]
Jason is feeling put down by everyone. It seems he is being criticized at every turn, so he runs away to be confronted by Cavitus and the Lizard King.

Season 3 (2008)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date
211"12 Angry Hens"Joe Barruso Mitch Schauer October 2, 2008 (2008-10-02) [11]
The leader of the chickens tells the Rockhopper that the royal egg has been stolen.
222"Kennel Club Blues"Tod CarterBroose JohnsonOctober 9, 2008 (2008-10-09) [11]
When Michelle finds out that the cato'pillow's name is 79, she asks what kind of name is that for a kitty.
233"Oh, Mercy!"John WahbaDavid MurrayOctober 16, 2008 (2008-10-16) [11]
Zidgel and Jason deliver a crown jewel to the Gator king of Mercy Falls, but Zidgel accidentally breaks it while opening the box. As a result, he gets thrown in prison.
Note: This episode is included in the DVD compilation Escape from Planet Hold-A-Grudge!.
244"Promises, Promises"Rob CorleyTim HodgeOctober 23, 2008 (2008-10-23) [11]
Fuzzy answers that the crack is weakening the wall and the city of Planet Cross-Your-Heart will be destroyed if it breaks.
255"Do Unto Brothers"Tod CarterMeredith Jennings-OffenOctober 30, 2008 (2008-10-30) [11]
Zidgel, Midgel, and Fidgel are kidnapped by Cavitus and it's up to Jason, Michelle, Kevin and Sol to rescue them.
Note: This episode is included in the DVD compilation Escape from Planet Hold-A-Grudge!.
266"Between an Asteroid and a Hard Place"Joe BarrusoRobert G. LeeNovember 6, 2008 (2008-11-06) [11]
Michelle realizes she's trapped in an asteroid.
Note: This episode is included in the DVD compilation Escape from Planet Hold-A-Grudge!.
277"In the Big House"Broose JohnsonBroose JohnsonNovember 13, 2008 (2008-11-13) [11]
After Cavitus steals the cow captain's cookies, it's up to the Penguins, Jason and Michelle to get the cookies and defeat Cavitus and his galaxy.

Broadcast

After originally being released exclusively on direct-to-home videos, 3-2-1 Penguins first aired on the Qubo blocks on NBC, Ion Television, and Telemundo, as well as on the Qubo channel with the airing of the original videos. This was soon followed with new episodes that premiered on television. The show also aired on TBN and its children's block Smile of a Child on Saturdays until 2018. It also airs on DreamWorks Channel in select countries.

As of July 2020, the entire series was made available to watch for free on Peacock following its launch.

As of June 2022, 25 episodes were made available to watch on Yippee.

Home media

The first six videos were released in direct-to-video format from November 14, 2000 to July 1, 2003 prior to airing on Qubo.

The first DVD compilation of the TV series Save the Planets! was released on September 1, 2008, [19] including three episodes from the second season: "The Green-eyed Monster", "More is More" and "Give and Let Give". The second DVD compilation Blast in Space! was released on February 1, 2009, [20] including three episodes from the second season: "Wiki Tiki", "Lazy Daze" and "Compassion Crashin'". The third compilation, Escape from Planet Hold-A-Grudge! was released on October 20, 2009, [21] including three episodes from the third and final season: "Do Unto Brothers", "Oh, Mercy!" and "Between an Asteroid and a Hard Place".

The first video, "Trouble on Planet Wait-Your-Turn", was released as a bonus episode in the two VeggieTales DVD re-issues of Lyle the Kindly Viking Special Edition and Where's God When I'm S-Scared? 15th Anniversary Collector's Edition. The fourth video, "Runaway Pride at Lightstation Kilowatt", was also released in the re-issue of King George and the Ducky Special Edition.

On September 18, 2012, a two-disc complete DVD set contained the first three season-one episodes and the first ten season-two episodes, for a total of 13 episodes.

3-2-1 Penguins! home video releases
SeasonTitleEpisodesRelease date
1 Trouble on Planet Wait-Your-TurnNovember 14, 2000
The Cheating Scales of BullamankaJuly 20, 2001
The Amazing Carnival of ComplainingNovember 16, 2001
Runaway Pride at Lightstation KilowattSeptember 21, 2002
The Doom Funnel RescueDecember 21, 2002
Moon Menace on Planet Tell-a-LieJuly 1, 2003
2 Save the Planets3 ("The Green-eyed Monster" • "More Is More" • "Give and Let Give")September 1, 2008
Blast in Space3 ("Lazy Daze" • "Compassion Crashin'" • "Wiki Tiki")February 1, 2009
3 Escape from Planet Hold-A-Grudge!3 ("Oh, Mercy!" • "Do Unto Brothers" • "Between an Asteroid and a Hard Place")October 20, 2009
Complete series box set26August 8, 2016

Reception

Common Sense Media gave the show a three out of five stars, saying, "Parents need to know that this series carries clear moral messages and comes from a Christian perspective (the main characters say their bedtime prayers at the end of each episode). The messages themselves -- such as the virtue of patience -- are hard to argue with no matter what your religious bent." [22]

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