sbrady-09909 The reason this is my favorite Scooby-Doo show can be summed up in one word: everything! Unlike others of the franchise, Mystery Inc. has a linear story to it, the only series to do that. More developed characters, better side characters, and better monsters make this one the best. In addition, it has an underrated score that works well with the horror ambiance of the cartoon. Speaking of which: it very cleverly parodies many horror movies such as the Shining and Saw. Although this show is much, much darker, that's what makes it great. While the old ones were fun and goofy, this was somehow a breath of fresh air into a franchise that had a streak of bad shows.

Sarah Bedwell Scooby-Doo: Mystery Incorporated is bewildering in so many ways, but the most accurate summary of this is that it is somehow both an accurate homage to the original series, keeping many of its elements and calling back to it many times, and yet at the same time is the grandest and most different venture this series has ever taken. In some ways, I even have to catch myself from calling it the perfect Scooby Doo cartoon. To begin with the differences that make it so great however, it's a departure not only from many of the character archetypes that have been so prominent in previous shows, but is also a departure from the classic setting of "Coolsville" and now taking place in a small, beach-side tourist trap called Crystal Cove; a place that self advertises being the most haunted place on Earth. Many of Scooby-Doo's past antagonists get their own callbacks in the museum Velma's family works at, and some old companions even get their own hilarious write-offs as to why they're not in the show. For example, upon seeing Scrappy-Doo's statue in the museum, Daphnie gives a horrified reaction, and Fred holds her close telling her "We promised to never speak of him again". Another difference, this time more directly relating to the characters of "Mystery Incorporated", is that they are no longer self-sufficient adults, but aren't quite the dependent young children they were in 'A Pup Named Scooby-Doo'. They're teenagers, in their twilight years of High school, I believe. While this could very easily regress into a teenage trap of warding off cliques while they solve mysters, the show manages to avoid this and remain more respectable, focusing primarily on the mystery of the episode, the characters working to figure it out, and most impressively, the Earth-shattering mystery that unveils itself slowly but surely throughout the entirety of the two seasons. Lastly, as far as changes, as many have said, they're all more characterized this time, with individual traits and even quirks that make them more dynamic and fun to work off of each other, and in ways more relatable. For example, Daphnie is shown early on to be allergic to shellfish, and though it at first seems like an excuse to solve the mystery of 'The Man Crab', throughout the remainder of the series she'll continue to stay away from shellfish and worry about her allergies to them. The changes in how it's written, as well, make the show not only different and more complex, but have made it many things that people never expected Scooby-Doo to ever be. The movies, despite their lack of success, tried to be both humorous and serious at the same time to create a dramatic, but lighthearted story. They obviously failed. Trying to do the same, Mystery Incorporated not only succeeded by being not only epic, but also hilarious. As the mystery of Crystal Cove unfolds more and more, everything becomes so complex and detailed that it begins to feel like an actual mystery. In fact, things that had happened had me guessing at so many potential options, and I began to wonder and speculate at every character we've seen and wondered if the main villain of the first season would be someone totally new. It wasn't. And the twist at the end of the season actually had me gasping, and crushed by as much feels as your typical anime. The ending of the first season is an excellent example of just what this series becomes; the ending is a thrilling cliffhanger where the original identities of everyone involved with the old mysteries are revealed, but many of their motivations and where they are today remain as much of a mystery as ever, and before Mystery Inc. can even speculate at what might be happening, the gang is separated, and their parents seem to have no intent to even allow them to see each other ever again. Of course, by the second season, they do, but even just imagining seeing that conclusion and then having to wait a whole year before the gang got together again like those who watched live when the series came out is incomprehensible to me. This show is expertly written, and the only thing that keeps it from being a 10/10 is some clunky romantic drama early in the show, but even that gets better and becomes as expertly written as anything else. I can't recommend this show enough, as it's the perfect representation of Scooby Doo. Watch it if you can.

TheCartoonfaxuator Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated is a show that i really recommend that every body avoids. I have watched all 52 episodes, and I must say this is a disgrace to the Scooby-Doo series, the dog, and Hanna Barbra. First off, I think i should talk about the only good things in the show. The Fantastic graphics. This show graphics are on par of a really good TV made cartoon movie. The Gang Fred, Daphne, Velma, Shaggy, and Scooby have never looked their best until this show. Even though, compared to their other images that look a bit more human like on the older shows and movies. This show just has a better way of showing more emotion, color, and expression. And it just looks incredibly gorgeous. The music also deserves some special praise. The orchestra matches every scene in the cartoon. But even with knock-out graphics, and a haunting orchestra. This is all over weighed by the show's story characters, characteristics, theme, and Ending. The show's story is beyond laughable. First off the show's story has a mature theme meant for late teens involving one of the most well known kid and adult cartoons, Scooby-Doo. It's that funny. The story is about the gang being manipulated by an evil alien entity wanting to rule the universe kill puppies and Et cetera. For several thousand years this entity has manipulated and destroyed friendships of mystery solving gangs to be set free. Scooby-Doo is a cartoon that is never meant to have a serious story. And if this show was for the new generation, then there not going to get much out of it, because to get the most out of the show, you would have to watch all the old scooby doo cartoons. and I mean all of them. Including the movies. One of the noticeable differences in the show, is that Fred and Daphne Finally date, and try to get engaged. W.T.M.F.K. ( Way to much for kids.) Even Velma and shaggy went out, and it failed hardcore. Scooby even got a girlfriend. At the end of the show the gang destroyed the evil entity and created a different time line of pure peace with no mysteries. The Gang was devastated, until they got a letter from a college full of mysteries. They quickly decided to leave their families. Scooby even left his girlfriend Nova. Let's hope that dog finds a nice golden retriever. This really is a terrible cartoon. I can't stress this enough. I just want to mention this to parents, that Dahpne in three episodes wears a sexy night gown, a sexy purple bikini, and as if you could guess, a sexy heavy metal rock band outfit, with the world's smallest mini skirt. Yeah, that's right. I give this piece of crap a 2.8/10. Whoever created this show should be ashamed.

Mrs M E Firth Scooby-Doo Mystery Incorporated, now ended in the US, has been something of a roller- coaster, and that is understood by many, I believe. And now, I have a chance to compliment its superiority, because it is simply that. To begin with, it is a pure homage to the original series with cameos of numerous monsters from the very first selection of episodes. It also features Hanna-Barbera characters and other animated individuals, the continuity references are endless. And with this collection of characters, it has given us, as the audience, a sofa to sit upon. Then, it gets better. The character development is something to be recognised because it gives a change to the dullness and simplicity of the first series and gives an overview of life in reality and why relationships can be the toughest things to handle even when monsters and villains roam the streets. And that, all in all, is what pushes this series ahead. Moving on to the story now, this is what I acclaim highest. It is simple yet complex. By that I mean the writing is simple, but the story and concept is sweetened by complex storytelling. It gives me the feeling that these writers have planned and scraped for objects and characters they can use and slot them in to some particular episode. Right from the beginning, in episode one, we are given something that will stick with us throughout the series (two in fact), a phone call from Mr E and a golden locket, with that oh-so majestic tune. And then by the end, we are given an answer, something that was at first so small it could barely be spotted, to a point where the fiction has become something so incredibly gigantic, it is momentous. And then the ending is emotional, we see everybody, as they were as they never were, all the monsters and villains that Mystery Incorporated unmasked and all the characters they met...all gone. That poignant and very significant end, is something that not many series can do and it forces audiences to say - "Wow!", because it is that good. But not only that, the animation has exceeded itself, the voice actors are incredible, the direction is original, the sound effects and music are immaculate. Everything that makes this show has been somewhat breathtaking, because of its substance and the enthusiasm and thought that has gone into making it. The horror is so brilliant, one can almost believe its reality.This is not a series of pictures rushing past, this is brilliance in the truest of senses and all wrapped around a cartoon character who is loved by millions of children across the globe. And the song that this story has sung, will never stop singing. P.S. Whoever decided that this series was right for seven-year-olds, they were absolutely wrong! I'm warning you parents, people die in this story, and it is something a child must never see until they are mature enough to understand what the concept entails.