Wonderbug (1976–1978)

"Wonderbug" is a children's live-action television series in which three youths - Barry, Susan and C.C. - outwit assorted villains with the assistance of their junkyard car, "Schlepcar," ... See full summary »

Creators:

Joe Ruby, Ken Spears

Stars:

Jack Baker, David Levy, Carol Anne Seflinger

Cast

Series cast summary:
Jack Baker	...	C.C. McNamera (22 episodes, 1976-1977)
David Levy	...	Barry Buntrock (22 episodes, 1976-1977)
Carol Anne Seflinger	...	Susan Talbot (22 episodes, 1976-1977)
Frank Welker	...	Schlepcar (22 episodes, 1976-1977)

Storyline

"Wonderbug" is a children's live-action television series in which three youths - Barry, Susan and C.C. - outwit assorted villains with the assistance of their junkyard car, "Schlepcar," which can magically transform into the crime-busting Wonderbug. Using a different disguise each week, this "Mod Squad" for kids plus their magic car proved to be invulnerable to the forces of evil.

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Plot Keywords:

car | disguise | animate car | gadget car | flying car | 

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Genres:

Action | Adventure | Comedy | Family | Fantasy

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Details

Official Sites:

MySpace

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

11 September 1976 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Sid & Marty Krofft Television Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

15 min

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Goofs

In the opening credits, the license plate reads: "SHLEP." Within the series itself, however, it is spelled (correctly): "SCHLEP."

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Quotes

Barry Buntrock: There's no time for that, Susan! Wait, I have a *better* idea!
C.C. McNamera: On with the plan, Barry my man!
Susan Talbot: Why do I even try?

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Connections

Spin-off The Krofft Comedy Hour (1978)

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Soundtracks

"Wonderbug"
(uncredited)
(theme)
Written by Ronald C. Myers, Alan Osmond, Wayne Osmond, and Merrill Osmond

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