The Garbage Pail Kids Movie

The Garbage Pail Kids Movie

Year: 1987

Runtime: 100 min

Language: English

Director: Rod Amateau

AdventureFantasyComedyFamilyMusical

Three Garbage Pail Kids – Windy Winston, Foul Phil, and Messy Tessie – embark on a comical quest to assist a kind shop assistant in winning the affection of a lovely fashion designer. Through a series of silly situations and musical performances, the mischievous kids bring humor and unexpected joy to everyone around them, proving that even the most unlikely heroes can make a difference.

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1

Spaceship Appearance

A garish spaceship that resembles a garbage can is spotted flying near Earth, capturing the attention of locals. It later reveals itself inside the vintage shop owned by Captain Manzini, hinting at the unusual events about to unfold.

Earth
2

Bullying Encounter

In a nearby park, young Dodger faces harassment from Juice and his gang of four older bullies. The situation escalates into trouble as Juice robs Dodger of his money, leaving him humiliated and wet from falling into a puddle.

Park
3

Seeking Refuge

After the incident with the bullies, Dodger seeks refuge in Captain Manzini's shop. Manzini takes Dodger's wet clothes to clean them and cautions him about the mysterious garbage can, igniting curiosity in the young boy.

Manzini's Shop
4

Encounter with Tangerine

Dodger catches a glimpse of Tangerine, Juice's girlfriend, who seems to show him empathy amidst the chaos. He is captivated by her presence and attempts to engage her by convincing her to buy something from the shop.

Manzini's Shop
5

Bullies Attack the Shop

The bullies storm into Manzini's shop, intent on harassing Dodger again. In a moment of quick thinking, Dodger manages to outsmart them, but the garbage can tips over and unleashes a mysterious green ooze, causing further chaos.

Manzini's Shop
6

Sewer Abduction

The bullies drag Dodger into a sewer after overpowering him. They handcuff him to a rail and douse him with sewage, leaving Dodger in a desperate situation until help arrives.

Sewer
7

Rescue by Garbage Pail Kids

Just when Dodger's fate seems grim, he is rescued by the quirky group known as the Garbage Pail Kids. This peculiar crew introduces themselves, each with their own bizarre traits and abilities.

Sewer
8

Introducing the Kids

Captain Manzini returns to express his frustration over the Garbage Pail Kids’ antics, yet he introduces them to Dodger. The Kids, from Greaser Greg to Valerie Vomit, embody a chaotic blend of personalities that intrigue Dodger.

Manzini's Shop
9

Nightclub Adventure

The following day, Dodger accompanies Tangerine to a nightclub where she plans to showcase her clothing designs. Awkwardness arises when Tangerine removes her shirt to sell it, prompting Dodger to hide from Juice's arrival.

Nightclub
10

Culinary Chaos

Meanwhile, the Kids create chaos by stealing a Pepsi truck, using it to flatten Juice's car. Afterward, they indulge in their thievery, savoring stolen food during a whimsical campfire gathering.

Outside Nightclub
11

Theater Antics

During an outing to the theater to watch Three Stooges shorts, the Garbage Pail Kids display their unruly behavior, attracting attention. Their antics culminate in a bar fight instigated by Ali's peculiar appetite for toes.

Theater
12

Fashion Show Setup

As Tangerine prepares for an upcoming fashion show, she locks the Garbage Pail Kids in the basement of Manzini's shop to keep them contained. However, they soon fall into the hands of Juice and his gang.

Manzini's Shop
13

State Home Capture

Juice and his gang take the captured Kids to the State Home for the Ugly, a facility for society's outcasts. Here, they encounter bizarre characters who amplify their feelings of rejection and despair.

State Home for the Ugly
14

Dramatic Fashion Show

With Dodger and Captain Manzini's help, the Garbage Pail Kids evade capture and race to the fashion show. They cause pandemonium on the runway, dismantling displays while Dodger confronts Juice in a climactic showdown.

Fashion Show Venue
15

Aftermath and Escape

Following the chaos, Juice and his crew face arrest, but tensions linger. That night, Dodger rejects Tangerine's apology for her greed while the Kids escape on stolen ATVs, eager for future mischief.

Street

Last Updated: October 25, 2024 at 11:46

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