Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra-Doo

Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra-Doo

Year: 2010

Runtime: 75 mins

Language: English

Directors: Tony Cervone, Spike Brandt

FantasyFamilyAnimationComedyMystery

An all‑new Scooby‑Doo adventure adds a magical twist. The gang travels to the Whirlen Merlin Magic Academy to visit Velma’s younger sister Madelyn, who is studying stage magic. Rumors of a giant griffin haunting the school prompt the friends to investigate the mysterious sightings and uncover the truth.

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1

Bird encounter with Gryphon

One evening, a couple of bird watchers in the woods come face to face with a mysterious gryphon. The encounter leaves them intrigued and cautious about the creature's presence in the area. This event sets the tone for the mysterious appearances of the gryphon throughout the film.

evening woods
2

Mystery Gang investigates factory

The Mystery Gang helps solve a recent mystery at a factory, demonstrating their detective skills. Velma then receives a call from her mother, asking her to check on her younger sister Madelyn at the Whirlen Merlin Magic Academy. This prompts the gang to head to the magic school.

factory
3

Arrival at Whirlen Merlin Magic Academy

The gang arrives at the old Irish castle that houses the magic academy, meeting its owner Whirlen Merlin and his staff, including his brother Marlon and Crystal. They learn that a gryphon has been scaring away students and staff, affecting the school's daily life.

castle
4

Madelyn shows Shaggy the sundial

Madelyn, who has a crush on Shaggy, takes him into the gardens to share a romantic moment and shows him an ancient sundial. She explains that the gryphon was originally meant to protect the school, but soon after, the gryphon chases them away, scaring the visitors.

evening garden
5

Gang begins taking classes

With the students and staff leaving due to the gryphon scare, the Mystery Gang decides to take classes at the academy to investigate and gather more information about the mysterious creature causing the disruptions.

castle
6

Discovery of secret passage and head maid's past

Velma and Daphne discover a secret passage leading to the attic, where they find Alma Rumblebuns, the head maid, who reveals she used to date Calvin Curdles. This connection hints at possible motives behind the gryphon incidents.

attic
7

Investigation of the staff room and the staff of Lord O'Flannery

Shaggy and Scooby find a special effects room and accidentally create fog. Madelyn finds a book about the ancient staff of Lord O'Flannery, believed to control the gryphon. The gang then travels to a haunted island to recover the staff from a crypt, narrowly escaping a banshee illusion.

effects room, island crypt
8

Madelyn is kidnapped by the gryphon

During a confrontation in the castle, Madelyn runs outside to recover the staff and gets kidnapped by the gryphon. The gang learns about Amos' secret work for Calvin Curdles, revealing potential motives for the attacks.

castle grounds
9

Climax at the tower and the gryphon reveal

The gang reaches the tower and discovers the gryphon is a giant puppet controlled by a blimp concealed in fog, manipulated by Marlon Merlin. He had been using mechanical devices to imitate the gryphon and scare away trespassers, aiming to make himself a famous magician.

castle tower
10

Marlon’s confession and resolution

Marlon admits he was behind the gryphon scare and hologram banshee, intending to sabotage the school for fame and money. Whirlen forgives his brother, and they reconcile, restoring harmony to the academy.

castle
11

Cuddles' intentions and reconciliation

Calvin Curdles reveals he wanted to buy the castle to win Alma's heart. Alma accepts him back, and they reconcile. The school reopening is announced with a celebration, marking a fresh start for everyone involved.

castle
12

Madelyn’s magical debut

Madelyn begins her apprenticeship at the academy, with Daphne acting as her assistant. The academy reopens to the public, showcasing Madelyn’s magical skills, and reinforcing the theme of forgiveness and new beginnings.

castle

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