[21] Esmeer Rigden-Briscall of Her Campus credited Kim with teaching several valuable feminist lessons, describing her as simultaneously "the most underrated but most needed Kim around". [92] Paste's Alexis Gunderson crowned Kim the year 2000's "favorite red-headed teen action heroine". [28][73] According to The Artifice, the show's unique brand of humor distinguishes it from the slapstick style associated with most Disney Channel sitcoms, namely Phil of the Future and That's so Raven,[13] although Ron can be considered a slapstick character. Productions listed here had Disney Television Animation's involvement go uncredited. Kimberly Ann Possible is a fictional character and the title protagonist of the animated Disney television series Kim Possible, voiced by actress Christy Carlson Romano. Created by Bob Schooley and Mark McCorkle, the character debuted in the pilot "Crush", which premiered on June 7, 2002. [88][98][99] The first season currently holds a perfect 100% score on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes. [5] Several Season 4 episodes were edited and shortened for time because they would run up to five minutes too long, forcing Loter to eliminate some sub plots and characters. [34] According to a 2019 article by Screen Rant, Kim Possible is the sixth highest-ranked Disney Channel Original Series on IMDb, with a score of 7.2 at the time of publishing, praising its combination of "a strong female lead, a dude instead of a damsel in distress, and a slew of colorful villains to fight". Berry was also responsible for creating music for the first three seasons of Comedy Central's South Park. [citation needed] John DiMaggio was cast as Drakken based on his vocal performance as Bender on the animated sitcom Futurama. [24] Kim's appearance evolved dramatically over the course of three months. [63] The song's success ultimately benefited Milian's career as a performer; she explained, "I never realized that show would give me so much exposure. Kimberly Ann Possible is a fictional character and the title protagonist of the animated Disney television series Kim Possible, voiced by actress Christy Carlson Romano.Created by Bob Schooley and Mark McCorkle, the character debuted in the pilot "Crush", which premiered on June 7, 2002.After starring in each of the show's 87 episodes, Kim made her final appearance in the hour-long series . hide this ad. [25] Unlike popular animated sitcoms such as The Simpsons and Family Guy, both of Kim's parents are intelligent, accomplished and attractive;[74] Kim's own intelligence is often attributed to the fact that she is born to a rocket scientist father and neurosurgeon mother. The world creation was very much a collaborative process in which the creators, producers, character designers and cast were encouraged to contribute with their own ideas. Set in the fictional town of Middleton, the show's setting and locations exhibit a retro-influenced aesthetic. live-action television film of the same name, Outstanding Performer in an Animated Program, The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows, 1946-Present, "For Young Viewers; Kim Possible: Saving the Day in Her Spare Time", "On the Tube: Animated 'Kim Possible' new brand of action hero", "Kim Possible Review: The Best Disney Cartoon of the Last Decade? Eventually, the reruns shifted to include episodes from all four seasons, still out of order, beginning with reruns aired beginning and after July 30, 2018 until August 2018. "[21], With its main duo finally established, Kim Possible became the easiest show Schooley and McCorkle had ever developed. She is voiced by Rachael MacFarlane in the episode. Kim Possible takes place primarily within the town of Middleton, USA and focuses on the life and adventures of Kim Possible, an accomplished high school student who fights crime on a regular basis, assisted by her best friend and sidekick Ron Stoppable and Rufus, his pet naked mole rat. [62] According to Betsy Wallace of Common Sense Media, Kim Possible "capitalizes on the female villain-fighting craze that sparked with Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Alias", albeit simplifying the genre for a younger generation. [17] Ron helps remove negative qualities from Kim that would otherwise cause others to perceive the character in a negative way. "[53] Similarly, USA Today's Alex Kane wrote that the show "is ultimately made memorable by its charming cast of characters, including a naked mole rat named Rufus". [62] Kim is also regarded as a fashion trendsetter,[63][68] with Charmaine Simmons of Bustle crediting the character with popularizing crop tops, cargo pants and bodysuits. [34] At one point an indestructible supersuit complete with special abilities was created for Kim, but the outfit was ultimately abandoned to avoid contradicting with the character's "she can do anything" motto. [32] Although essentially a comedy series, Schooley and McCorkle also combined elements of adventure, relationships, and humor in order to appeal to both boys, who are primarily interested in action, and girls, who are more-so attracted to relationships and character development, aware of "ancient truisms" surrounding the belief that boys are generally less likely to watch a series starring a female lead,[10] while girls seldom exhibit such reservations when the casting situation is reversed. [59] "Call Me, Beep Me" was the first song Lerios and Gabriel wrote together, and the songwriting duo has since gone on to collaborate on both scoring and writing songs for several other major television networks and programs. [20], Some episodes revolve around characters other than Kim and Ron, particularly villains, who have been provided with nearly as much back story as the heroes. The reason she is so likable is that she is beyond heroic. [29][31] Romano had already been well known to Disney Channel audiences for her portrayal of Ren Stevens on the series Even Stevens, and began voicing Kim while completing her stint on the show. Kimberly Anne Kate "Kim" Possible is the titular character from Disney's 2002-07 animated television series Kim Possible. Kim Possible is a Disney animated series that aired from 2002 to 2007. Kimberly Ann "Kim" Possible is a high school student and freelance hero/vigilante. 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[86] Reviewing Kim Possible: So the Drama, the film originally intended to end the series, Amazon.com's David Horiuchi cited the character among the main reasons why the show will be missed. [27] Some viewers noted that Kim's face appeared to be "rounder" than it had been drawn in previous seasons. [1] After running five years,[89] four seasons and 81 episodes (87 including the films),[26] the hour-long series finale, "Graduation", aired on September 7, 2007, ending Kim Possible. [44] That's So Raven's Raven-Symon voices Kim's female best friend Monique,[45] cast based on her reputation as a comedic actress and ability to deliver a punchline. By Jocaay. [29][42] Drakken and Shego's relationship "weirdly" mirrors Kim and Ron's to some extent, with the female character remaining smarter and more competent than her fumbling male teammate. trope often used in television shows, keeping them as a couple for the remainder of the series. The series premiered on June 7, 2002, and ended on September 7, 2007, after 87 episodes and four seasons. Upon noticing the relative lack of strong female leads in children's animated television, they decided to reverse traditional gender roles by making Kim the show's action hero accompanied by a male comedic sidekick in the form of best friend-turned-boyfriend Ron Stoppable. [13] The title sequence was almost entirely updated with the premiere of the fourth season, though "Call Me, Beep Me" remained unchanged. Kim Possible Shego got an unusual enemy for Kim. ", which Romano recorded tearfully due to the series ending. [75] The Artifice observed that Kim and Shego are strikingly similar in appearance. [10][31] Although they had enjoyed working on those projects, Schooley and McCorkle were becoming interested in contributing to "something original". [43] Because the actress was enrolled in high school in New York City at the time, she was often required to participate in cast meetings and table reads via telephone;[44] Romano was actually unable to attend her own senior prom because she was working on Kim Possible. [28] Although primarily an action comedy TV series,[45] Music in Television: Channels of Listening author James Deaville observed that Kim Possible adheres to the long-standing tradition of combining adventure with comedy in animated television. [10] Sullivan's first recording session opposite DiMaggio established a chemistry between the two voice actors and their respective characters, out of which Shego's signature sarcasm was introduced and eventually expanded upon. She debuted in the pilot opening episode in June 2001, then the actual series in June 2002, and starred in all the episodes of Season 1-4. [24], "Ms. Possible, when not solving the typical dilemmas facing high school youth, faced off against a bevy of (occasionally competent) do-badders using her smarts, courage, acrobatic martial-arts skills and sundry cool gadgets. [23] The titular role was originally offered to actress Anneliese van der Pol,[39] who turned it down in favor of co-starring as Chelsea Daniels in the Disney Channel Original Series That's so Raven. [51] By the end of the series, Romano was 21 years old and attending Columbia University for political science. [74] Alongside several other female-led animated series that premiered throughout the decade, which had been experiencing a steady influx in media starring "Teenage Action Chicks with special powers",[78] Kim Possible is considered to be an example of both girl power and power feminism. [69][72] Aimed primarily at the show's young fan base,[71] AllMusic writer Heather Phares reviewed the album as "a better than average children's soundtrack. [60] Meanwhile, David Horiuchi of Amazon.com described the character as "tough, witty, and refreshingly free of any saucy teen attitude". Pages describing characters. Face vile foes with the Kim Possible games! [5] Ron's personal fears, insecurities, and clumsiness tend to jeopardize the success of their own missions. "[77] The series avoids the popular "Will they or won't they?" She can do anything", to which Schooley responded, "Ron Stoppable, he can't", and nearly the entire premise of Kim Possible naturally unfolded thereafter. [9] Despite her confidence as a young woman, Kim remains very much concerned about her love life, which is sometimes treated as one of her weaknesses. The character has since been very positively received by critics, who hailed her as a positive role model for young women, while heavily comparing her to similar crime-fighting television heroines Buffy Summers from Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Sydney Bristow from Alias, both of whom preceded her. The "Kimmunicator" is able to trigger specific events within the pavilion grounds that provide clues to completing the adventure. [67] In addition to action, comedy and adventure, Kim Possible's storylines also explore elements of romance and drama. [40] One particularly strong influence is found in Dr. Drakken and James Possible's former friendship, whose relationship closely mirrors that of the Fantastic Four's Victor von Doom/Doctor Doom and Reed Richards/Mr. [115] On that same day, a special Kim Possible-themed episode of Romano and Friedle's podcast I Hear Voices was released. [29] The show's female characters are the only characters drawn with lips, only the upper of which is visible. Kim is a high school student and freelance troubleshooter. "[25] The sounds of mobile devices and modern-day technology are incorporated throughout the song. Approved and edited by BuzzFeed Community Team Pick a character from Team Possible Kim Ron Rufus Wade Via Disney Advertisement Pick your favorite enemy Dr. Drakken Shego Seor Senior,. [74] The series also airs on Disney-affiliated channels around the world in countries such as the United Kingdom, Australia, India, South Africa, and several Eastern European countries. They can talk to somebody anywhere". The high school student and crime fighter is the protagonist of the Disney animated series Kim Possible, which ran from 2002 to 2007. [90], Kim Possible aired weekdays on Disney XD in the United States. It also became the first Disney Channel animated series to be produced in high-definition. [78] The series comprised 84 episodes, with Kim starring in each one. [34] Schooley enthused that the actress "add[s] something to [her character] that makes it more than a typical gag-oriented cartoon", crediting both her and co-star Will Friedle, voice of Ron, among reasons fans connected with the characters. [7] Friedle's Boy Meets World co-star Rider Strong voices Brick Flag, Bonnie's boyfriend. [46] Without alienating younger viewers, to whom the show refuses to "talk down",[47] the writing in Kim Possible is "a little older than" that of traditional Disney animated series. Inspired by the scarcity of female-led animated series at the time, Kim Possible is based on the creators' own high school experiences, and combines elements of action, adventure, drama, romance and comedy to appeal to both girls and boys while parodying the James Bond franchise, spy and superhero films and teen sitcoms. [28] Elaborating on her role in the pilot, Schooley believes that "Kim's mix of tenacity, intelligence and heart makes for a very strong female role model for kids," however, "Sure she can save the world, but that doesn't help her a bit when she comes face-to-face with her latest school crush. [29] Ron's home life is also explored as he welcomes a younger sibling. [126], Based on the series, the Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure was an interactive attraction that took place in several of Epcot's World Showcase pavilions in Walt Disney World. "[29][42] The villains also work together against Kim in different combinations. At the beginning, Romano and Friedle interview creators Mark McCorkle and Bob Schooley, as well as voice actors Nicole Sullivan (Shego) and John DiMaggio (Drakken). [24] According to Metacritic, Kim is stubborn and strong-willed with "a fuse shorter than a grenade", but remains "extremely humble, refusing to take credit for her truly amazing actions". The success of Kim Possible spawned its own video game series; a total of six video games were released, supported by various gaming consoles and platforms: In 2003, Disney began using the popularity of both Disney Channel's Kim Possible and Lizzie McGuire in an attempt to revive the company's struggling merchandising division, which had been suffering from a declining interest in movie and television tie-ins. [23], Both Schooley's and McCorkle's own daughters inspired them to conceive Kim as "a character that our daughters and other girls can look up to",[22] all-the-while aware of the "ancient truism" that while girls seldom hesitate to watch a show about a male lead, boys are usually less willing to do the opposite. Known collectively as Team Possible, Kim and Ron's missions primarily require them to thwart the evil plans of the mad scientistsupervillain duo Dr. Drakken and his sidekick Shego, as well as other foes. Kim Possible is an American animated action comedy-adventure[1][2][3][4] television series created by Bob Schooley and Mark McCorkle for Disney Channel. When Kim Possible premiered in 2002, Kim was instantly well-liked by both female and male audiences. [17] Following its premiere, Disney Channel aired one new episode of the series Friday nights at 6:30 pm. Originally designed as a bombshell based on video game character Lara Croft, Kim's appearance was ultimately altered to resemble a teenage girl instead. For the title character, see. Kim, Ron and Rufus spring into action when alerted by Wade, a comrade of comparable age who somehow manipulates a computer surveillance system the Pentagon might envy. We love all things Kim Possibl e. Since we've seen the show so many times, it has worked its way into our everyday lives. [39] Recognized for his ability to play "over-the-top characters",[27] Will Friedle, best remembered for his performance as Eric Matthews on the sitcom Boy Meets World, was cast as Ron. "[43] Much of the character's dialogue consists of "not-so-typical teen slang" including "So not the drama" and "No big", as well as her signature catchphrase "What's the sitch?". Season 1. [52], Describing Kim as independent and athletic, Romano attributes her character's timelessness to her authenticity and genuineness, explaining that she "forged a path and now there are female shows everywhere". This is a list of characters appearing in the animated . From left to right: Wade (on monitor screen), Dr. James Timothy Possible, Mrs. Dr. Ann Possible, Ron, Rufus, Kim Possible, Shego, Dr. Drakken, Monkey Fist, Seor Senior Sr., Adrena Lynn, and Seor Senior Jr. "[24] The fact that Wade never leaves his bedroom could potentially indicate that he suffers from agoraphobia. [14] The Huffington Post's Carly Steyer credited Kim with teaching the importance of maintaining a healthy worklife balance, writing, "She paid an appropriate amount of attention to her schoolwork, and worked hard, but didn't slave over it to the extent that she didn't have any time left to save the world". [21] While avoiding adult references, Schooley and McCorkle opted for a fast-paced sitcom-style dialogue and rhythm that attracted adult viewers instead, ultimately resulting in teleplays that were typically five pages longer than traditional Disney Channel scripts. In 2009, a theme park attraction entitled the Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure premiered at Walt Disney World's Epcot. As usual, Kim and Ron escape but not before Kim gets into fisticuffs with Shego (with Drakken and Ron providing commentary on the fight).[116]. [26] In terms of character development, the show's main titles were finally adjusted to reflect the grade in which Kim is currently enrolled, changing it from high school sophomore to high school senior. "[42] Schooley and McCorkle had previously worked with Nicole Sullivan on Buzz Lightyear of Star Command and thus created the role of Shego with her in mind. ", "Opinion: Apple Watch isn't what women want", "7 Dorky Things Your Apple Watch Will Remind Everyone Of", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Kim_Possible_(character)&oldid=1130577294, Short description is different from Wikidata, Articles using Infobox character with multiple unlabeled fields, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Above average strength, speed, and reflexes, This page was last edited on 30 December 2022, at 22:02. [citation needed] Her performance earned her a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Performer in an Animated Program. [117][118] On April 25, 2018, Disney Channel announced on its Public Relations Twitter account that the movie was set to premiere sometime in 2019 and that Sadie Stanley and Sean Giambrone would portray Kim Possible and Ron Stoppable respectively. All you need to do is drag them towards your newly-created character. "[70], Episodes typically adhere to a simple, similar format, featuring a power-hungry villain who Kim and Ron must somehow prevent from taking over the world. [41][42] The actress was finally introduced to the show's creators by Disney Channel executives after Schooley and McCorkle had already auditioned several people for the role. [26] When the show was surprisingly renewed for a fourth season by popular demand,[27] Schooley and McCorkle realized that pursuing Kim and Ron's relationship provided the series with "new story ideas" and "opportunities for comedy",[25] and ultimately learned to appreciate the characters' "new dynamic. [76] Having grown up together and learned from each other's mistakes, Kim and Ron ultimately make up for each other's shortcomings. [59] Nonetheless, Kim exhibits personality traits and interests typically associated with teenage girls, such as shopping, boy bands, fangirling over popular trends,[9] describing herself as "basic average girl". [18] Kim's best female friend is Monique (Raven-Symon), who is occasionally forced into accompanying Kim on select missions when Ron is unavailable. [81] Writing for Wewomen.com, Carla Cain Walther observed that the series "scoffed at the 'damsel in distress' trope used in action films" by having Kim save Ron "using her ingenuity and strength", reinforcing the idea that girls are capable of helping themselves. [112] A poll conducted by Disney Channel revealed that Kim Possible viewers voted for Season 3's "Emotion Sickness" as their favorite episode of the series. [53] Using a limited animation style,[54] the characters wear a wide variety of costumes and hairstyles. In addition to maintaining consistently high ratings throughout its four-season run, Kim Possible was the longest-running Disney Channel Original Series until it was surpassed by Phineas and Ferb in 2012. [53] Believing there to have been few female-lead action cartoons prior to Kim Possible, Thompson credited the character with "introduc[ing] a new form of girl power we hadnt seen before". [67] However, the success of So the Drama bolstered the show's popularity overseas and ultimately encouraged Disney Channel executives to renew the series for a fourth and final season. [61], UGO described Kim as a "cheery and upbeat" character who "settles for nothing less than excellence". [29][42] That's So Raven's Anneliese van der Pol voiced a guest role in the episode "And The Mole Rat Will Be CGI" as Heather, an actress hired to play Kim in a film adaptation of her life, serving as her first voice-acting role. After starring in each of the show's 87 episodes, Kim made her final appearance in the hour-long series finale "Graduation", which originally aired on September 7, 2007. It included behind-the-scenes and production information from the perspective of the crew as well as production sketches from one of several alternative endings that had been scripted. [18][26] Additionally, Kim finally gets her own car,[26] which she inherits from her father, while her younger brothers Jim and Tim begin enrollment at Middleton High School, having skipped several grades due to their genius-level intellect, much to Kim's chagrin. [31] Additionally, the show heavily parodies the popular James Bond films. [98], Since her debut, Kim has been a popular character among both female and male fans of the show. [13] Opting for a "simplicity that was the hallmark of" the 1960s, some of the architecture in Kim Possible is reminiscent of lairs owned by James Bond villains, while Bodner was inspired by the graphic design of posters Disney used during the same decade, as well a Chuck Jones and Maurice Noble. [12] Lacking a secret identity, Kim is world famous and her profession is constantly acknowledged by both her classmates and teachers. Inspired by their own daughters, Schooley and McCorkle conceived Kim as a teenage girl capable of doing anything, basing the character on their own childhood hero James Bond. [10] According to Schooley and McCorkle, both lead characters' names indicate that Kim Possible "is going to be an arched show that is a little bit over the top, but also that the girl is going to be the action lead and the guy is going to be funny. 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