While it incorporates several comedic gags that you would expect throughout its 93 episode run, it also helps deliver the messages of its stories in a grounded way that underscores their real-world importance.
A few years after co-creating "The Fairly Odd Parents," creator Butch Hartman would draw inspiration from the paranormal to produce this children's action-adventure series. Sagwa is the middle child in a family of cats, all working for a Chinese royal family as scribes. Set nearly exclusively within the fictional Galleria mall, the series stars a group of six teenagers, Jude, Caitlin, Jonesy, Nicole, Jennifer, and Wyatt. Portraying a culture not often depicted in Western media, especially in children's shows, "Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat" can be commended for its depiction of Chinese culture during the 19th century. The series is also known for being a spin-off of a spin-off, with "Drake and Josh" being released just over a year after the conclusion of "The Amanda Show," a series that was built off the success of "All That.". Below we'll be taking a look back at the past and ranking the fifty best children's series of the 2000s as per their ratings on IMDb. First airing on Cartoon Network in 2005, the series would go on to have a respectable five season run by the time of its conclusion. Along the way, he's accompanied by his friends Sheen and Carl while he faces off against a strange cast of villains. Real Monsters, May 1, 2002-January 1, 2007, The Angry Beavers, May 1, 2002-January 1, 2007, The Wild Thornberrys, May 1, 2002-May 26, 2008, Rocket Power, May 1, 2002-September 6, 2010, All Grown Up!, April 12, 2003-October 27, 2013, As Told by Ginger, May 1, 2002-May 26, 2008, Invader Zim ,May 1, 2002-December 25, 2015, The Adventures of Tintin, May 1, 2002-July 7, 2005, Jim Henson's Muppet Babies, May 1, 2002-July 7, 2005, Looney Tunes on Nickelodeon, May 1, 2002-July 7, 2005, Tiny Toon Adventures, May 1, 2002-July 7, 2005, Pinky and the Brain, May 1, 2002-July 7, 2005, You're on Nickelodeon, Charlie Brown, May 1, 2002-July 7, 2005, The Adventures of Little Audrey, May 1, 2002-July 7, 2005, Rainbow Brite and the Color Kids, May 1, 2002-July 7, 2005, The New Adventures of The Raggy Dolls, May 1, 2002-July 7, 2005, The New Woody Woodpecker Show, May 1, 2002-July 7, 2005, The New Yogi Bear Show, May 1, 2002-July 7, 2005, Butt-Ugly Martians, May 6, 2002-October 5, 2004, Robot and Monster, August 9, 2012-May 3, 2015, The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius, July 20, 2002-December 25, 2015, My Life as a Teenage Robot, August 1, 2003-December 27, 2015, Yakkity Yak, January 17, 2004-March 7, 2007, Corneil & Bernie, February 21, 2004-October 16, 2008, Kaput and Zosky, March 6, 2004-January 1, 2007, Danny Phantom, April 3, 2004-December 27, 2015, My Dad the Rock Star, December 6, 2005-October 15, 2006, Avatar: The Last Airbender, February 20, 2005-December 25, 2015, Catscratch, July 9, 2005-December 19, 2015, The X's, November 25, 2005-December 20, 2015, 6teen, December 19, 2005-September 13, 2007, Mr. Meaty, November 24, 2006-November 28, 2010, The Secret Show, January 20, 2007-November 28, 2010, El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera, March 3, 2007-December 25, 2015, Tak and the Power of Juju, August 31, 2007-September 3, 2012, Back at the Barnyard, September 29, 2007-December 20, 2015, Ricky Sprocket: Showbiz Boy, January 21, 2008-April 5, 2010, Wolverine and the X-Men, January 23, 2009-January 11, 2013, Fantastic Four: World's Greatest Heroes, September 28, 2009-January 1, 2012, The Mighty B!, April 26, 2008-December 19, 2015, Are You Afraid of the Dark?, October 20, 2008-October 31, 2008, Iron Man: Armored Adventures, April 24, 2009-July 25, 2012, The Troop, September 12, 2009-May 1, 2015, Big Time Rush, January 23, 2010-December 11, 2010, Dragon Ball Z Kai,May 24, 2010-April 15, 2013, Hero Factory,September 20, 2010-August 4, 2012, Planet Sheen, October 2, 2010-May 1, 2015, Supah Ninjas, January 17, 2011 May 1, 2015, Power Rangers Samurai, February 7, 2011-February 1, 2015, Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide, March 7, 2011-May 13, 2011, Voltron Force, June 16, 2011-April 25, 2012, Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness, November 7, 2011-April 5, 2015, Power Rangers Jungle Fury, November 18, 2011-February 27, 2013, Power Rangers Dino Thunder, January 6, 2012-October 2, 2013, Dragon Ball GT, January 16, 2012 -January 2, 2015, Monsuno, February 23, 2012-April 26, 2015, Power Rangers Ninja Storm, June 1, 2012-February 27, 2013, Huntik: Secrets & Seekers, August 6, 2012-June 30, 2013, Power Rangers Time Force, August 17, 2012-October 1, 2013, Power Rangers S.P.D., November 11, 2012-October 3, 2013, Rocket Monkeys, March 4, 2013-April 25, 2014, Yu-Gi-Oh! First airing in 2004, the Canadian cartoon series "6teen" handled the topics of adolescence and the myriad day-to-day challenges the series deals with in an approachable way for younger viewers. Being relatively high on our list and with six seasons, it likely comes as no surprise that series creator Craig McCracken was responsible for some other equally fantastic series over the years. While it's by no means the greatest children's show that the decade had to offer, it's definitely an oddity that would have been exciting to see flourish even deeper down the rabbit hole of the bizarre. The series is centered around the dim-witted Billy, his sardonic sister, Mandy, and the Grim Reaper, who inadvertently finds himself forced to become their lifelong friend. Set in the underwater town of Bikini Bottom, the series stars fry cook and naively childlike character of SpongeBob SquarePants, brought to life by prolific voice actor Tom Kenny. is something of an underrated entry. It's certainly considered one of the best projects that series producer Genndy Tartakovsky created, even after working on '90s classics such as "Dexter's Laboratory.". The Adventures of Piggley Winks (2003-2013), Britt Allcroft's Magic Adventures of Mumfie (2007-2016), Ribert and Robert's Wonderworld (2015-2018), Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat (2001-2004), Sheira & Loli's Dittydoodle Works (2016-2019), The Swamp Critters of Lost Lagoon (2005-2010), Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego (2001-2006), Where in Time is Carmen Sandiego (2006-2008), Pajanimals (2018-2019 (music videos); 2020-2023), Clangers, Narrated by William Shatner (2025-present), Elmo and Cookie Monster at the Monster Theater (2025), The Lalaloopsy Treehouse Show (2025-present), The New Charlie and Lola Show (2024-present), Angelina Ballerina: The Next Steps (2021-2025), Jakers! In what is likely one of the strangest picks on our list, everything about this 2007 cartoon "Chowder" defies the norm.
Held close to every young viewer's heart, "Blues Clues" would arguably become one of the most culturally influential children's series of the late '90s, going on to air the majority of its episodes well into the 2000s. Much of the same unpredictable antics that Murray has become known for is on display here, and everything gets capped off with a truly bizarre twist ending to the series. Spanning an incredible ten seasons and with a number of live-action films to its name, "The Fairly Odd Parents" became an iconic part of the cartoon landscape in the 2000s, even airing new episodes infrequently all the way till 2017. The 2002 series "Fillmore!"
Likely one of the darkest picks on our list, "Invader Zim" was full of moments that probably made parents question whether this series was meant for its advertised audience. While at first glance, this one looks like another entry that may find limited appeal for those of us who are above the target audience, "The Backyardigans" surprisingly had enough substance to not bore parents and older kids to death. "The Proud Family" is a coming-of-age story centered around Penny Proud, the oldest child in the awkward but lovable Proud family. What it lacked in action-packed scenes it made up for with telling impactful stories with real-world applications in a way that wasn't condescending to its target audience. Since the original series' conclusionin 2008, the franchise has expanded with a live-action film, "The Last Airbender,"a spin-off series, "The Legend of Korra," and a potential new live-action series. Series lead Jamie Lynn Spears got her start on the sketch comedy series "All That" before being given her own series in 2005. However, everything changes after he finds a magical piece of chalk that allows him to enter another world and allows him and his closest friend to go on adventures together.
While most fans were eager for this classic 2000s cartoon to be revisited in a2016 revival, the series was largely ignored by critics and received, at best, a lukewarm reception from audiences, proving that sometimes it's best not to mess with perfection. We can thank "Courage the Cowardly Dog" for providing us with some of the most nightmare-inducing scenes in the history of Children's media. By using our Services, you agree to our use of cookies. In the years since the show's conclusion, he's gone on to shed some light on his sudden departure from the project and even reprising his role in a revival series titled "Blues Clues and You.". At the moment that the titular Samurai Jack is about to strike down his nemesis, Aku teleports the duo to a dystopian future in which he is its supreme ruler. The elderly and well-to-do owner of a trio of dimwitted cats is dead, and she leaves the felines with a massive fortune, a mansion, and a monster truck, of all things.
Sitting as the top-rated live-action series on our list and held dearly in many viewers' hearts, "Drake & Josh" transcended the sitcom's intended audience, finding widespread appeal among kids and adults alike. Despite being identical twins, the duo are both pretty different when it comes to their personalities, with the immature Zack frequently butting heads with his slightly younger brother, Cody. Adapted from a manga series of the same name, "Hamtaro" was a Japanese slice of life cartoon starring the titular hamster character. After beginning her career as a part of the cast of'90s sketch comedy series "All That," actress Amanda Byneswould go on to star in her spin-off series titled "The Amanda Show." helped reintroduce the series to younger audiences. Spanning six seasons and nearly 100 episodes, it was the culmination of child actress Miranda Cosgrove's accomplished career by 2007, after making her television debut guest starring on episodes of "Drake & Josh" and later appearing on "Zoey 101.". Centered around the 14-year-old Danny Fenton, who receives otherworldly powers after meddling with his parents' supernatural technology, he's forced to fight several enemies while shifting between the world of the living and the dead. While it may not be the very best animated depiction of Batman, this series still provided a unique spin on his exploits. Without a doubt one of the more underrated cartoons of the 2000s, "ChalkZone" went largely unappreciated for most during its four season run starting in 2002. While it only lasted one season while it was on, it explored enough characters, both human and animal, to leave an impression on those who were lucky enough to catch it on television. The first television series that "Walking Dead" showrunnerScott Gimple would executive produce, it captured viewers' attention for its compelling plotlines and a host of callbacks to much of the media it was inspired by. Despite that, it's worth appreciating for the fun art style and quirky nature of the series as a whole. The lighthearted 2002 series "Codename: Kids Next Door" was unique for being told entirely from the imaginative although naive perspective of its five child leads. His other hits include "The Powerpuff Girls" and the 2013 cult favorite "Wander Over Yonder.". But True) (2000), Alienators: Evolution Continues (20012002), Princess Gwenevere and the Jewel Riders (20012002), Roswell Conspiracies: Aliens, Myths and Legends (2001), Transformers: Robots In Disguise (20012002), Galidor: Defenders of the Outer Dimension (2002), The Penguins of Madagascar, November 29, 2008, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, September 29, 2012, Power Rangers Megaforce, February 2, 2013, Power Rangers Dino Charge, February 7, 2015, Game Changers with Kevin Frazier, April 8, 2015, Nicky, Ricky, Dicky, & Dawn, June 1, 2015, The Ren & Stimpy Show, May 1, 2002-September 5, 2011, Rocko's Modern Life, May 1, 2002-September 5, 2011, Oh Yeah! Airing for three seasons between 1999 and 2002, it used much of the same style of sketch comedy that was popularized by its predecessor. While it's safe to say most fans can agree that the successor "Teen Titans Go!" Starring siblings Max and Emmy, and later next-door neighbor Enrique, the trio use a magical dragon scale to travel between the world we know and one inhabited entirely by dragons. Starring the titular Kim Possible and her best friend Ron Stoppable, the duo goes through the motions of the standard high school drama whilst living a second life thwarting supervillains. Featuring an assortment of some of the greatest and most powerful superheroes in the DC universe, the series is respected for its depiction of the comic book heroes it portrays, staying true to the tone of its comic book source material. It set itself apart, however, through its incorporation of supernatural power in its main character Raven, played by actress Raven-Symon. While there have been plenty of iterations of the famous Mystery Inc. gang since the property's initial 1969 release, "Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?," "What's New, Scooby-Doo?" While the two never truly become the best of pals, with Grim repeatedly scheming ways to kill off his two companions, he nonetheless winds up caught up in their weekly misadventures. While the original four season run never completed the overarching story that captivated its audiences, the series returned with what critics felt was a near-perfect season in 2017, providing a long-awaited conclusion to the story portrayed with an even grimmer tone.
(since 2024), The Lalaloopsy Treehouse Show (since 2024), Blaze and the Monster Machines (since 2024), The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1998-2001), Johnny and the Sprites (2015) Shorts TV Series (2017-2019), Babar and the Adventures of Badou (2020-2025), The Lion King's Timon and Pumbaa (2005-2009), Anne of Green Gables: The Animated Series, The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle and Friends, Bananas in Pyjamas (1997-1999 as part of The Fox Cubhouse in UK), Bertha (1997-1999 as part of The Fox Cubhouse in UK), Britt Allcroft's Magic Adventures of Mumfie (1995-1999 as part of the Fox Cubhouse), Brum (1997-1999 as part of The Fox Cubhouse in UK), Budgie the Little Helicopter (1995-1999 as part of the Fox Cubhouse), Jim Henson's Animal Show with Stinky & Jake (1994-1999 as part of the Fox Cubhouse), Johnson and Friends (1994-1999 as part of the Fox Cubhouse), Mr. Men and Little Miss (1997-1999 as part of The Fox Cubhouse in UK), Rimba's Island (1994-1999 as part of the Fox Cubhouse), Rosie and Jim (1997-1999 as part of The Fox Cubhouse in UK), Tots TV (1997-1999 as part of The Fox Cubhouse in UK), 64 Zoo Lane -England (in Both USA and UK), The Animal Shelf -England (in Both USA and UK), Bob & Scott -England/United States of America (in Both USA and UK), Budgie the Little Helicopter -England (in Both USA and UK), Charlie and Mimmo -Canadian/Belgian/French (in Both USA and UK), The Handymen -England (in Both USA and UK), Koki -England/Switzerland (in Both USA and UK), Oupagogo -England/United States of America (in Both USA and UK), Phillip Mouse -British/French (in Both USA and UK), Rugrats -United States of America (in Both USA and UK), Samuel and Nina -United States of America (in USA), Sesame Street Song and Segments -United States of America (in USA), Slurps -United States of America (in USA), The Smart Arty -England (in Both USA and UK), The Stringy Things -England/United States of America (in Both USA and UK), Tom and Vicky -England (in Both USA and UK), Pingu -England/Switzerland (in Both USA and UK), Old Bear and Friends -England (in Both USA and UK), Tobias Totz and his Lion -Germany (in Both USA and UK), The Babaloos -Canada (in Both USA and UK), Christopher Crocodile -England (in Both USA and UK), Anytime Tales -England (in Both USA and UK), Small Stories -England/France/Germany (in Both USA and UK), Sports Cartoons -United States of America (in Both USA and UK), Miffy -The Netherlands (in Both USA and UK), Dick Bruna Stories -The Netherlands (in Both USA and UK), Big Sister & Little Brother -England/United States of America (in Both USA and UK), Archibald the Koala -France (in Both USA and UK), William's Wish Wellingtons -England (in Both USA and UK), Noddy in Toyland -England (in Both USA and UK), Casper and Friends -United States of America (in Both USA and UK), Angelina Ballerina - United Kingdom (Latin American block only), Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat - United States/Canada (Latin American block only), Dragon Tales - United States (Latin American block only), The Berenstain Bears - United States (Latin American block only), Kipper the Dog - United Kingdom (Latin American block only), Franklin - Canada (Latin American block only), The Mr. Men Show - United States/United Kingdom (Latin American block only), Tracey McBean - Australia (Latin American block only), Baby Looney Tunes - United States (Latin American block only), The Adventures of Little Audrey (2007-2009), Care Bears: Adventures in Care-a-lot (2007-2009), The Doodlebops Rockin' Road Show (2010-2013), Clangers, Narrated by William Shatner (2015-present), The Lalaloopsy Treehouse Show (2015present), Strawberry Shortcake's Berry Bitty Adventures, Attack of the Killer Tomatoes (19901991), Dennis the Menace (19901994) (reruns of 1959 show), The Adventures of Dynamo Duck (19911995), Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventures (1991), Darkwing Duck (1995-1996) (DuckTales Moved to Disney's Wonderful World in 1995), Goof Troop (1995-1996) (The Gummi Bears Moved to Disney's Wonderful World in 1995), Bonkers (1995-1996) (Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers Moved to Disney's Wonderful World in 1995), Merrie Melodies Starring Bugs Bunny & His Pals (19911995), The New Adventures of Heckle and Jeckle (19911993) (reruns of 1979 show), Alvin and the Chipmunks (19921993) (reruns of 1983 - 1990 show), The Care Bears (19921995) (from the DiC series), Eek! The result was"Danny Phantom,"a series that lasted for three solid seasons whichDecider called "ahead of its time.". With a killer intro to boot and some truly threatening villains, it was responsible for bringing the DC universe to many younger viewers in a light they'd never seen before. (1997-2001) (part of Nicktoons), The Ren & Stimpy Show (1994-2001) (part of Nicktoons), Rocko's Modern Life (1994-2001) (part of Nicktoons), Thunderbirds (1994) (edited reruns of 1960's show), Where on Earth Is Carmen Sandiego? The show featured a simple instrumental intro song and a distinctively sketchy style of animation, all while offering up some of the most unusual characters Cartoon Network had to offer. While the on-screen drama was balanced by plenty of comedic moments, it's since been alleged that behind the scenes things were much less lighthearted. Finding itself nestled right in between the iconic cultural landscape that was the '90s as well as some of the more contemporary greats fresh in our minds of the 2010s, it's easy to forget some of the gems that those ten years left us with.
Even if you didn't grow up watching this Nickelodeon classic, it's worth revisiting for its fantastic worldbuilding, anime-inspired animation, and incredibly well-written storyline.
Between their polar opposite personalities and the struggles of adjusting to the minefield that is high school life, the comical events that repeatedly befall the duo have made this one stand out against Nickelodeon's other sitcoms of the time.
Set in and around a school in Minneapolis, the series stars the titular character of Cornelius Fillmore and his investigative partner Ingrid Third. Thankfully, however, a 2019 film release,"Invader Zim: Enter the Florpus," with the original series creator Jhonen Vasquez at the helm put an end to the long hiatus. "As Told by Ginger" is remembered for telling its stories about a socially awkward preteen and the struggles she goes through with a level of continuity not often seen at the time in children's media. Airing for three seasons, the series reveled in its insanity. The three similarly named boys that give the series its title repeatedly try to scam the rest of the children in their neighborhood, often to the tune of a zany jazz soundtrack. never managed to live up to the greatness of its predecessor, the original has stood the test of time and gone on to earn its title as a timeless classic.
The series begins with the story of the aptly named ten-year-old Ben Tennyson who, after finding a piece of alien technology deep in the woods, is given the ability to shapeshift into ten different alien forms. Locked in a battle with the shape-shifting demon Aku across multiple realities, the 2001 animated series "Samurai Jack" is remembered as one of the best Cartoon Network shows of all time. The series stars LaBeouf as one of the three Stevens siblings and the youngest member of the family. Longtime fans of Disney films will absolutely adore this series, as Mickey winds up being the host to just about every character you could ask for throughout Disney cinema history. It's hard not to see the parallels between "The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack" and Quintel's later work, with both projects maintaining the oddball and bizarre vibes that have made them enduring favorites over the years. She finds herself trying to pick up the slack between her baby sister and headstrong older brother across dozens of lighthearted adventures while teaching audiences important lessons about morality and strength of character. Set in a fictional fantasy world in which certain people are gifted with the ability to manipulate the elements themselves, the Avatar is tasked with bringing balance to the war-torn world and uniting the four existing nations. Episodes like "King Ramses' Curse," "The House of Discontent," and series finale "Perfect" undoubtedly kept most of the younger viewers up at night, and probably a few adults too. From the same animation studio that produced the sardonic adult animated series "Duckman" and the first few seasons of "The Simpsons," Klasky Csupo would animate this series for the entirety of its six-year run beginning in 2000. Creator Stephen Hillenburg cut his teeth while helping produce "Rocko's Modern Life" in the early '90s, taking the lessons he learned from that project and applying them to "SpongeBob SquarePants.". With a collection of episodes spanning six seasons after its release in 2001, "Totally Spies!" Viewers couldn't get enough, though, with its macabre themes and sardonic sense of humor making this one a cult classic that still dominates the shelves of many a Hot Topic. The series was framed as educational first, incorporating a number of the objects and characters around the household to solve mysteries with series lead Steve and his canine companion Blue. Starring Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Manhunter, and Hawkgirl, "Justice League" was truly composed of an ensemble cast of characters.
As the title implies,"Camp Lazlo" takesplace at a summer camp, and the cartoon stars a wide cast of eccentric animal characters and their counselors. If hosting one of the biggest crossovers in television wasn't enough, the comical nature of the show provides a new angle to many iconic characters from older films, especially in its portrayal of some of the most notable villains over the years. The only catch is that Timmy finds himself increasingly caught up in battles with other fairies, whether he wants to be or not. The first of many live-action comedy series on our list, "Zoey 101" was a hit for the three years it was on the air. Although children were the target audience for "Even Stevens," it still managed to maintain a mature tone across its 65 episode run, leaving many adult fans with something to appreciate while rewatching one of the best Disney Channel live-action shows of all time. From the same animation studio that surprisingly brought us films like the cult classic "Akira" comes this innocent little cartoon about an adorable hamster. While "Hamtaro" was, not surprisingly, wildly successful in Japan, it unfortunately never really gained much traction in the United States. Quintelworked as a writer on the2008 show, "The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack." Robot Jones? knew that it was best to retain many of the things that made the original series so beloved, with all the quirks and humor from yesterday still on full display.
While most television series that opt to produce a full-length film do so sometime after the series has been well established with its audiences, the creators of Jimmy Neutron opted to do the inverse. While the quality of the series could vary wildly, it's still remembered fondly for its imaginative setting, unique animation and witty humor. While it was only on the air for two seasons back in 2001, the series certainly left its mark. Set on the island of Stormalong Harbor and the waters surrounding it, the series follows a trio of characters and the zany misadventures they embark on. Are you sure you want to delete your score and checked items on this list?
Non-Cartoon Cartoon/Cartoon Network Studios shows. Stravaganza in 1994), George of the Jungle (1992) (reruns of 1967 show), Mighty Mouse: The New Adventures (1992) (reruns of 1987 1988 TV series), Super Dave: Daredevil for Hire (19921993), The Terrible Thunderlizards (part of Eek! Performances by the vibrant cast of characters help cap off the light-hearted feel to the show, with the late actor Stefn Karl Stefnsson's portrayal of the series antagonist Robbie Rotten being particularly beloved by fans. Since then, there's been talk over the years of a reboot, with one very nearly coming into fruition before being walked back. Cartoons, May 1, 2002-September 3, 2007, Action League Now!, May 1, 2002-December 31, 2010, Aaahh!!! Also, you can track what you've seen, want to see, like, or dislike, as well as track individual seasons or episodes of shows. Robot Jones? The Adventures of Piggley Winks (2013-2018), The Littles (2004-2015) (now currently 2013-present), Mopatop's Shop (2011-2020) (now currently 2012-present), Ni Hao, Kai-Lan (2008-2011) (now currently 2014-present), Peep and the Big Wide World (2014-2018) (now currently 2014-present), Rubbadubbers (2004-2008) (now currently 2012-present), Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat (2001-2005) (now currently 2014-present), Timothy Goes to School (2010-2015) (now currently 2013-present), The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss (2006-2008), The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss (2006-2011), Maggie and the Ferocious Beast (2010-2017), Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends (1994-2011), Miss Spider's Sunny Patch Friends (2014-2019), Dora and Friends: Into the City! Along the way, they regularly encounter the hotel employees, including their lounge singer mother Carey, the comically materialistic London, and the straight-laced manager Marion Moseby.