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S1.E1 ∙ The Rescuers

Fri, Jul 09, 2004

During a golf game the King has an accident and drifts away. The Lifeguards are supposed to look after such emergencies... But they're too cowardly and too incompetent. So, Altair must rescue him - but how can he do it without revealing that he knows how to fly?

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S1.E2 ∙ A Bad Stair Day

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

After a bang on the head Orson, the Clown, is inspired to create an escalator. Altair hopes the device may revolutionize Starland's transport system...but it causes many unforeseen problems... and fails to take off.

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S1.E3 ∙ Take Your Partners

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair and Gosho are invited to a Grand Ball in the Palace. For different reasons both fear they'll look ridiculous... Altair comes off best... simply by dancing to the music.

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S1.E4 ∙ Here and There

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Torn between his responsibility for a Gosho experiment in bi-location... and promise to protect Gretchen's home and furniture from "Wood Imps", Altair gets into his worst ever muddle.

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S1.E5 ∙ Well Done

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

On a scorching hot day Altair sets out to rediscover the mythical Lemonade Well. He succeeds and, unintentionally, ruins one of Grzzl's lucrative scams.

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S1.E6 ∙ Gone Fishin'

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair, too bored to play Chess with Gosho, tries fishing. He's carried off by a rather "bourgeois" Ogre... put in a fish-tank and told to swim. To regain his liberty Altair must beat the Ogre at a much more boring game than Chess.

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S1.E7 ∙ Say-Sorry Island

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

When Princess Vega breaks a vase in the Palace, Altair is blamed. Refusing to say "Sorry", he's sent to Say-Sorry Island, a miserable place of punishment, where the prisoners try to repent. But they're all saved when Vega finally admits that she's as sorry as can be!

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S1.E8 ∙ King for a Half Day

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair wears the Crown and is mistaken, by silly Starish, for a new, youthful King. Grzzl builds an Elixir of Youth campaign around this. By the time His Majesty returns to take the Crown, Altair is very happy to hand it over.

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S1.E9 ∙ Who's in Charge Here?

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair takes a job in Gretchen's new restaurant. Naturally, Gretchen is in charge... except when Grzzl is giving orders... or the Chef's throwing tantrums. By the finale, Altair and the boiler are about to explode.

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S1.E10 ∙ Oh Lucky Day

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair discovers that many of the Starish are superstitious about the most unlucky day of the Year. Trying to understand why... he breaks taboos... until bad things begin to happen all around. Is Fate or Grzzl responsible?

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S1.E11 ∙ Good Old Blip

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Happy to be asked to take part in Grzzlland competitions, Altair sends Blip home (obeying Grzzl's rule of "No Stars") Even though she's hurt, Blip hangs around. And given how the competition turns out, lucky for Altair that she did.

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S1.E12 ∙ Spring Clean

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

There are Street Cleaners and Street Dirtiers in Starland. So, when Altair takes Gosho's treasures out of the wagon, they fall into the hands of these rival groups. Only when the King decides that all Starish rubbish is his, does Altair find a way to restore Gosho's private collection to him.

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S1.E13 ∙ The Play's the Thing

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

A trivial dispute between the King and the Queen has escalated. The unity of Starland is threatened. Vega is very upset. Why, Altair wonders, won't Gosho intervene when he's idle, merely writing a play! But the play is produced, everyone is involved and its "message" reunites the Royal couple!

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S1.E14 ∙ The Ghost Train

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

The King is tricked into taking the first ride on Grzzl's new Ghost Train. His Majesty knows that his nervousness will make him a laughing-stock in public. So Altair sets about preparing the King for his ordeal - by scaring him with images from the Ghost Train, morning noon and night. By the time the King gets to take the ride, he's weary of the whole thing - and looks quite brave.

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S1.E15 ∙ What a Performance

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Gosho prepares a conjuring act for the Royal Command Performance. When Altair realises that the "Act" involves cutting him in half he begins to get nervous. And things get worse when Gosho (and all the adult Starish) are stricken with Hic-cups). On the night of the performance Altair has to think fast to save himself from the possibility of a gory end.

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S1.E16 ∙ Why Not Me?

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

All the kids in Starland have "Markies" - stripes on their skin - except Altair. And he feels so left out - especially when Gosho tells him that the kids got it from one another, by being so close. Altair tries to "fake" it - which is OK, until he realizes what the cure for "Markies" is. And then it's too late to back out.

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S1.E17 ∙ An Open Book

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

When the King finds an ancient book, Grzzl wants to know what it's worth and Altair wants to discover what makes it so valuable. When they finally get the treasure to the Great Library... Grzzl gets a bitter disappointment, but Altair and the Kids have a wonderful surprise.

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S1.E18 ∙ Beyond Grzzlland

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Grzzl's mean attempts to charge the Kids at the entrance and exit of the Hall of Mirrors, results in Altair finding an alternative way out... into a labyrinth beneath the Fairground. There they meet a strange phantom character who, initially, terrifies them - but eventually proves, by saving them, that his intentions are good.

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S1.E19 ∙ The Candidate

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Convinced that more should be done to investigate the archaeology of Starland, the Queen wants Gosho to be Minister of Culture. Gosho secretly encourages Grzzl to take this role...and, from this simple start, an elaborate election grows. Altair is Gosho's Election Manager. Grzzl, naturally, fights dirty. But his final victory does not bring the prestige he expected.

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S1.E20 ∙ Now You See Me, Now You Don't

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Gosho's tries to repair an old cylinder recorder... and so leaves his voice to be heard when he's gone. Altair misunderstands and thinks that Gosho has become invisible! Delighted at this idea, Grzzl also makes himself "invisible", and goes about mocking everyone... Altair, having found Gosho, returns to witness Grzzl's discomfort when he finds that "invisibility" is an illusion.

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S1.E21 ∙ Break Down

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair and Mr.Horse "borrow" the wagon for a "little trip". Unfortunately, they lose a wheel. Grzzl pretends to help - so that he can break into the wagon. But, when a chain-saw is produced, Mr.Horse escapes, via the Roller Coaster - on the most hair-raising ride of their lives... Then they stagger home...to discover that Gosho had never gone away at all!

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S1.E22 ∙ A Gift for Gretchen

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Grzzl has opened a Bank, but it's only for deposits, not withdrawals. No one else knows this. So, when Altair tries to take out his savings to buy a birthday present for Gretchen, Grzzl is most unsympathetic. And Altair has a difficult time trying to convince Grzzl that he really is... Altair!

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S1.E23 ∙ A Legend in His Own Time

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

The King desires the legendary fame of Kings of old. For this, Gosho says, one needs to die. The King is delighted and begins preparations for the Royal Funeral. Only Altair's questions save his Majesty from an awkward resolution.

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S1.E24 ∙ Future Shock

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Gretchen has become a "Gypsy" Fortune-teller in Grzzlland. Altair agrees to write her "scripts". These turn out to be so successful that the Queen herself comes for a consultation. Gretchen's predictions (combined with the feelings of the two ladies for Gosho) result in a strange night-time confrontation at his wagon.

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S1.E25 ∙ Divide and Conquer

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Gretchen invites Gosho and Altair to tea and promises to make a very special (and large) cake for the occasion. To avoid this horror they persuade 16 Starish to join them at the "party". Gosho and Altair handle things so well that they never eat a single crumb of cake... yet, Gretchen is pleased with them - so pleased, that she promises an even bigger cake, all for themselves!

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S1.E26 ∙ Spot of Bother

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair has a pimple on his nose and Gosho's remedy only increases his embarrassment. Gretchen tries to help by putting an artificial "beauty mark" over the pimple. To encourage him she takes to wearing one herself... and soon an old fashion is revived. But, naturally, the King goes too far... destroying the fad... and Altair's "cover".

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S1.E27 ∙ Real Danger

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Gosho, writing a review of Starland experience, takes Altair and pals to the Fair. Anxious to get a good report, Grzzl tries to hide the dangers. Gosho is skeptical about the 'sanitised' adventures youngsters now have (unlike the real adventures of his youth.) But he discovers that the risks of Grzzlland truly are character-building...and, as a result Grzzl an unreasonably good report.

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S1.E28 ∙ Changing Rooms

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Dissatisfied with his social position, Mr.Horse begins a new career as an Interior Decorator. Soon his outrageous designs are the talk of Starland - citizens ask how they can live with them? When he transforms the Palace all agree that something must be done. So a Concert is staged at which the Starish must convince Mr.Horse that his true vocation is as a Comedian.

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S1.E29 ∙ Getting Ahead

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair is the model at an Art Competition at the Museum. Gosho is lured into giving Vega unfair help with the head she is sculpting. Altair knows about this and it gives him a guilty conscience. Should he reveal the Royal Family's deceit... or save Vega from the humiliation of being exposed as a cheat?

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S1.E30 ∙ Smoke Like It Royal

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

To allow Vega to attend the Grzzlland Jamboree as "an ordinary kid" Altair takes her place in the Palace for an afternoon. Little does he know that he's going to end up in a dress and veil taking part in a "secret ceremony" for the ladies of Starland. But, when he discovers that he must raise his veil and be kissed by all present... he decides it's time to bring Vega home.

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S1.E31 ∙ Laundry Day

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

At the Annual Laundry Festival the Starish hang up their dirty clothes and beat out the stains. Altair discovers that this is happening beside a hot spring and a soap-tree. But, when every-one's clothes disappear down the bottom of the pool, Altair is sent on a dangerous recovery mission...and he meets the Laundry Mole.

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S1.E32 ∙ A Class Act

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair starts school. He follows Gosho's instructions.. which pleases the teacher but annoys the other kids. So, in the afternoon, he follows their advice on how an ideal student should behave... and chaos results... Unfortunately, this is the day of the Annual Inspection and His Majesty is Governor of the School Board...

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S1.E33 ∙ Toothless Jaws

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

To deal with Clive's phobia about the Sky-shark, Altair organises the capture of the great beast. Grzzl immediately puts it on display in Grzzlland. Clive now adopts an absurdly "macho" stance - until a new accident occurs, and he loses his nerve again. Meanwhile Phoebe, unhappy at the Shark's plight, persuades Altair to help her in setting it free.

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S1.E34 ∙ Summer Camp

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Fully equipped with camping gear, Altair and other kids set off to Summer Camp. But he's shocked to find that Starish "camping" involve pitching tents on Clayton's living-room floor. Clayton is an enthusiastic (book-trained) teacher of camping skills. Weary of this regime, Altair leads the kids in a break-out to Jungle Island... And Clayton sets out to "bring them back alive"...

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S1.E35 ∙ Music Matters

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair and the Kids have a simple rhythm band, which Vega likes. When the Clowns can't play for an important occasion at the Palace, Vega gets the "gig" for Altair's band. Their attempts to learn one tune on the Clowns' old instruments are complicated by many factors... but they end up with a very popular composition

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S1.E36 ∙ The Visit

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

The Queen rejoices at the prospect of having important Royal visitors. And there'll be a young Prince to partner Vega. Determined to make her family (and the Starish community) worthy of this great occasion, she becomes insanely domineering. Altair is chosen as an "orphan" on whom she can bestow her charity. Naturally, everything goes horribly wrong...

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S1.E37 ∙ Royal on the Run

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

It's time for the Doctor to perform the Starish noodle-tuning procedure. Fearful of this, the King decides to be sent to Say-sorry Island. He asks Altair to help him commit an offence, but finding the right one is difficult. And, when he succeeds in being sent to the Island he discovers that the Doctor is coming too - to noodle-tune the prisoners!

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S1.E38 ∙ The Trial

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Outraged Starish complain to the King about the lack of Justice and Grzzl's lack of honesty. The King seeks Grzzl's advice - on restoring confidence in the Law. He recommends a Trial... with Altair as the "Accused". The charge is Apple Treason. Can Gosho turn the Courts silliness and illogic against it to prove Altair's innocence?

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S1.E39 ∙ The Moaners

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair helps a complaining couple by moving builder's equipment away from their house. The result is a bridge built into the couple's bedroom, a door put in their back wall and citizens coming and going throughout the day. Things are finally sorted out, but Altair discovers that some people are only happy when they're moaning.

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S1.E40 ∙ What a Dog

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

The Queen wears a new star-patterned dress. To everyone's amazement Green Dog attacks her. While he's quarantined, and they try to figure out what kind of dog he is, frightening things happen to Starland's light. In the confusion of mid-day dusk Green Dog escapes...And Altair discovers that he is in fact the Great Star Dog.

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S1.E41 ∙ Crazy Daisy

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair takes on the most boring job - assistant in the household appliances store. The Queen arrives, wanting to replace her old Shower Flower. She causes chaos by forcing Altair to make odd combinations of plants...But the old Shower Flower arrives at the shop, is given a quick overhaul...and then sold once again to the Queen.

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S1.E42 ∙ That's My Boy

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Determined to improve Grzzl's public image, Gretchen asks Altair to be his partner in the annual Maple Pie Harvest. Advised by Altair, Grzzl tries his best to be generous and kind. Finally, however, the effort becomes too much. He slyly attempts to steal the Pies. But this goes wrong - and, oddly, the failure improves Grzzl's reputation!

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S1.E43 ∙ The Dynamite Kid

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

When TNT comes to stay with Altair, his domineering Mother assures Gosho that he'll "be an Angel". But he's not. He launches a contagion of mischief that affects everyone. Even Altair is implicated. Things go so far that Gosho chooses "Straight-to-Bed-with-no-Supper" Island, rather than explain the outrages to TNT's Mother.

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S1.E44 ∙ Wise Guy

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

By pure accident Altair lands in a ridiculous position. He's amazed and amused to find that the Starish are very impressed. Assisted by the Kids he invents many silly scenes. The people hail him as a sage. This becomes such a burden that Altair must find a sensible invention to ruin his new reputation.

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S1.E45 ∙ Holding the Baby

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair has fun minding Gretchen's niece's baby... until he takes it for a walk in its floating "pram" and loses it. Gosho (bullied by the King into being a judge at the "Beautiful Baby" contest) helps Altair to switch babies again. This, unfortunately, involves flying, and the use of a silly name for the King - first spoken by Gosho!

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S1.E46 ∙ Laugh Till You Drop

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Altair and the Kids find a natural source of Hot Chocolate - which Grzzl quickly exploits. But Gosho warns of the drink's strange side effects - excessive hilarity, weightlessness and finally, invisibility. He desperately seeks a remedy but time is running out. Then Mr.Horse proves that gravity and bad jokes are close allies.

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S1.E47 ∙ How Lucky

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Grzzl plans to make more money from Games of Chance on the very day when the Snorgelfant falls on Altair. Now Altair is the luckiest person in Starland. Grzzl's attempt to get this luck for himself - by having the Snorgelfant fall on him - fails. But he demonstrates that our luck is whatever we believe it to be.

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S1.E48 ∙ Surprise Party

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

The King thinks that his Coronation Anniversary has been forgotten. There's no sign of a Surprise Party, so he sulks and runs away from home. Altair goes with him and helps set up a "new Kingdom" on a nearby Island. Eventually they accept an invitation from the "neighbouring Kingdom" to a "Surprise Party".

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S1.E49 ∙ What Goes Up

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Recently, Altair's advice has not been winning him any friends. But, when he takes a parasol and uses it as an umbrella the Starish think he really has lost his reason. The King, however, is intrigued. He builds a big umbrella and is blown up into the trees. Altair is blamed and his method of rescue is said to be reckless.

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S1.E50 ∙ It's Just a Game

Wed, Dec 31, 1969

The King is pleased to discover that the Kids are interested in Golf. They have built their own Crazy Golf course. He takes this over and builds a Full-size, Adult Crazy Golf course. Grzzl soon commercializes this and the King cannot win by cheating. So he goes to rejoin the Kids and they teach him to play just for fun.

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