Animalympics

The film opens with a broadcast-style introduction to the first animal Olympic Games. It explains the format as a series of standalone vignettes presented by the ZOO television network. The concept of continents competing rather than countries is established early on.

Jackie Fuelit covers the 100-meter dash in a tongue-in-cheek drag-race style. The segment features flashy commentary and exaggerated finishes that set the playful tone for the Games. Viewers are introduced to the satirical spirit of the broadcast.

Continent-based teams are established, with North America, South America, Eurasia, Europe, Africa, Australia, and Asia competing. Eurasia represents the USSR, while Europe stands for Western and Central Europe. The setup frames the Games as a continental competition rather than national leagues.

In soccer, the New York Ratpack led by Rizzo the Whiz uses underhanded maneuvers to win, but the European All-Stars Hounds led by Rolf Shmecker overpower them. The match highlights a clash between cheating and fair play. Ultimately the European team takes the victory.

During ice hockey, the Eurasian Longhorns rig the rink with explosives to take out their rivals, the North American Kodiaks. Bear McLane's coaching and the Kodiaks' resilience keep them in the game despite foul play. Guy Lafluke leads the Kodiaks to a hard-won victory.

In the 100-meter freestyle, Ono Nono attempts to drown the field with a tidal wave, but Dean Wilson uses his tail as a makeshift surfboard to ride the wave to the finish. The crowd enjoys an absurd yet thrilling upset that blends fantasy with competition. Wilson's win showcases ingenuity over sheer size.

In boxing, Janos Brushteckel's brutal power is countered by Joey Gongolong's clever out-boxing and patient defense. Gongolong wears down the opponent and lands the decisive blow. The bout emphasizes strategy and timing over raw aggression.

In fencing, Count Maurice Boar-Deaux uses underhanded tactics to remove rivals, but The Contessa's grace and quick thinking outsmart him. She avenges the wronged fencers and seizes the win with style and finesse.

The marathon storyline centers on René Fromage and Kit Mambo, both determined to win. As the race progresses, they find mutual admiration and decide to finish together. The pair cross the finish line hand in hand, offering a moment of collective triumph.

Kurt Wüffner, a West German dachshund skier, disappears during a mountain climbing expedition shortly after the slalom event. The mystery of his fate adds a somber thread to the otherwise playful Games. His disappearance hints at adventures beyond the competition.

Bolt Jenkins, an alligator born as a handbag who lives in the sewers, is inspired by Boris Amphibiensky's high jump world record. He vows to break the record and quickly achieves world records in the high jump, pole vault, and later the 100-meter dash. In a gesture of respect, he sacrifices his gold medal to a superior African competitor.

Throughout the film, the broadcast nods and parodies real-life sports personalities like Howard Cosell and Muhammad Ali. The spoofing underlines the playful, surreal tone of the games and the commentary that accompanies each vignette. It adds a layer of humor to the athletic hijinks.