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"Kim Possible" was one of my favorite television series growing up. Although it is no longer on air anymore, I've been able to hunt down episodes through the internet. Part of it is probably just nostalgia, but I still find myself enjoying the series, laughing at its jokes, and cheering on the heroes.
The best thing about Kim Possible is the characters. You've got Kim Possibe, the female butt-kicking protagonist, Ron Stoppable, the funny and incompatible sidekick of the lead character, Wade, Kim's genius friend who often helps her collect information, Dr. Drakken, the evil nemesis who is a doofus who believes he is a genius, Shego, Drakken's snarky and much more clever sidekick, and many more characters. They're just so colorful and unique in their own way that it's hard not to like them.
Kim is really cool because she acts like an average teenager girl: she worries about school, boys, friends, is embarrassed by her parents but at the same time loves them, and everything a typical teenager deals with. On top of that, however, she is a world famous superhero. I think that Kim's relatable side and her life as a superhero is what makes her likable: Viewers like us feel connected to Kim Possible, like they could be here. She is also one of the few female superheroes, which is an added bonus for girls.
Ron is hilarious because he's just so lovable. He's extremely clumsy, cocky, tries to act cool but often fails, and is a good friend to Kim. Ron's clumsiness is laughable and fun to watch, providing great comic relief. But he's also shown to be useful to Kim and supports her, which makes him even better: he's not just reduced to being an oblivious sidekick, but can be when needed. He has a good balance.
Wade was always cool because he was a super-smart kid genius--he's only ten or so and managed to graduate from college in a matter of months! it was always cool how he could get information for Kim to help her on her missions. He never was the fighter, but he was the brains. That's just equally as important.
Truly, though, the villains are the most enjoayble characters of the series. Drakken's incompatibleness and obliviousness is very humorous, as are his interactions with Shego, who often makes quick-witted and clever remarks to her boss. Their interactions with each other always amuse me. Professor Dementor is also a worthy mention, as he is also very funny. Monkey Fist was another compelling enemy, as well as Señor Senior, an intimidating elder for a nemesis.
Aside from the characters, the series had some good storylines, too. While they were pretty average (as to be expected from a kid's series), it was still engaging enough that you wanted to know what would happen (even if it was predictable). They also had the characters using some cool gadgets and good-looking battle scenes.
Of course, the series wasn't perfect. Some episodes were worse than others, and some of the villains/characters I didn't find as interesting. I also didn't like it as much when Ron and Kim started dating, mostly because I liked it better when they were just friends. I mean, yeah, they have chemistry, but I kind of miss Ron's wannabe playa days (not to mention he had a girl in Japan that he had a crush on). At least Kim and Ron weren't sappy with each other (not TOO sappy, at least).
Overall, I really liked this series. Yes, it had cliches, yes, it was predictable at times, but what show isn't? Plus, it was also very fun. I think the whole idea of an average teenage girl saving the world and having no secret identity is pretty unique. The show never failed to entertain me, and, unlike some shows I have seen, ended on a good note. Of course, I could have done without Kim and Ron getting together, but at least they weren't too sappy. And you saw it coming ;)
