Butt-Ugly Martians is an animated science-fiction action comedy series that first premiered in 2001, created by Keith Alcorn and produced by Mike Young Productions in collaboration with DIC Entertainment.
Episode Information
Series: Butt-Ugly Martians
Season: 1
Episode: 1
Title: Playback / Payback
Release Year: 2001
Genre: Animation, Sci-Fi, Action, Comedy
Episode Story
In Episode 1 – Playback / Payback, viewers are introduced to the alien trio Bobby, Bunsen, and Ounce, elite Martian agents sent to Earth to protect the planet from invading forces. While adjusting to human life, the team must stop enemy plots that threaten Earth’s safety, combining advanced alien technology with humor and chaotic teamwork.
The episode establishes the core dynamic between the characters, blending fast-paced action, futuristic gadgets, and comedy. The alien designs, urban Earth settings, and sci-fi themes make the episode appealing to international animation audiences.
Main Characters
Bobby – The confident leader of the Martian squad
Bunsen – The strong and impulsive fighter
Ounce – The intelligent and tactical strategist
Martian Command – Supporting alien authority figures
This episode sets the foundation for the series’ ongoing alien-vs-threat storyline and introduces the unique tone that defines Butt-Ugly Martians.
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Episode Information
Series: Butt-Ugly Martians
Season: 1
Episode: 1
Title: Playback / Payback
Release Year: 2001
Genre: Animation, Sci-Fi, Action, Comedy
Episode Story
In Episode 1 – Playback / Payback, viewers are introduced to the alien trio Bobby, Bunsen, and Ounce, elite Martian agents sent to Earth to protect the planet from invading forces. While adjusting to human life, the team must stop enemy plots that threaten Earth’s safety, combining advanced alien technology with humor and chaotic teamwork.
The episode establishes the core dynamic between the characters, blending fast-paced action, futuristic gadgets, and comedy. The alien designs, urban Earth settings, and sci-fi themes make the episode appealing to international animation audiences.
Main Characters
Bobby – The confident leader of the Martian squad
Bunsen – The strong and impulsive fighter
Ounce – The intelligent and tactical strategist
Martian Command – Supporting alien authority figures
This episode sets the foundation for the series’ ongoing alien-vs-threat storyline and introduces the unique tone that defines Butt-Ugly Martians.
#ButtUglyMartians #CartoonEpisode #SciFiCartoon #AlienCartoon #AnimatedSeries #Episode1 #Season1 #RetroCartoon #ActionAnimation #SpaceCartoon #MartianHeroes #AnimatedTV #ClassicCartoon #InternationalCartoons #AnimationFans
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01:22Bye, Mom! Bye, Dad!
01:26Now, remember, Mike, no one is allowed in the house while we're gone. We're trusting you.
01:30Don't worry. I'll be fine!
01:32Duwag! Fire! Ah, get down!
01:35Fire again!
01:37Victory is within our reach, Martians!
01:40Deep, deep for our Emperor!
01:42Preparing to launch?
01:44Er, what am I preparing to launch again?
01:46Oh, Cod, Cod, Duwag! Then we have to start again!
01:50Hold your smips. We've got enough to keep Emperor Bog off the planet.
01:58Ah, we'll just beam this phony progress report up to him,
02:01and that should get the old swag tower off our chuck bucks.
02:05Good doggie.
02:09Catch!
02:12Got it!
02:15Insert disc.
02:20Look out!
02:26What the?
02:29Meltdown.
02:31Now you've done it.
02:32Relax, will ya?
02:34All we have to do is find another satellite dish.
02:38Where are we gonna find a satellite dish that we can use without being seen?
02:42Yeah, doesn't get much better than this.
02:47The house all to ourselves.
02:49The hoverboard championships on pay-per-view.
02:53Boy, the Butt Uglies would love this.
02:57You sure we shouldn't invite them over?
02:59Cedric, Mikey's right.
03:01That's Mike?
03:02I'm sorry.
03:03Mike's right.
03:04This is the first time his parents are leaving him home by himself.
03:08We gotta admit, something crazy always happens when the Butt Uglies are around.
03:13Yeah.
03:14Besides, they have to file one of those fake progress reports to their Emperor today.
03:18Is it that time again already?
03:19Look, let them do their thing, and we'll watch the finals in peace, okay?
03:24Yeah.
03:25If they don't file that report on time, Emperor Bog might invade us with troops who really want to conquer Earth.
03:33Your parents?
03:34No.
03:35They'd use a key.
03:36Front door.
03:38Here they are.
03:39The Butt Ugly Martians.
03:41B-K-M!
03:42B-K-M!
03:43B-K-M!
03:44B-K-M!
03:45B-K-M!
03:46B-K-M!
03:47Uh-huh!
03:48B-K-M!
03:49Are you winning?
03:50We are the Martians, the Butt Ugly Martians!
03:54We are the Martians, the Butt Ugly Martians!
04:00We don't really wanna war, I just wanna hoverboard.
04:04We don't wanna conquer Earth, I just wanna feel my dirt.
04:08We are the Martians, the Butt Ugly Martians!
04:12We are the Martians, the Butt Ugly Martians!
04:16If you try to go too far, you will see how tough we are!
04:20If you try it anyway, then you're gonna hear me shout!
04:24B-K-M!
04:25B-K-M!
04:26B-K-M!
04:28B-K-M!
04:30B-K-M!
04:32We are the Martians, the Butt Ugly Martians!
04:36B-K-M!
04:37B-K-M!
04:38B-K-M!
04:39B-K-M!
04:40B-K-M!
04:41B-K-M!
04:42B-K-M!
04:44B-K-M!
04:45B-K-M!
04:46Let him in. The next thing you know, we'll be doing battle with some psycho alien invader.
04:50Okay, just tell them your folks are away, and they can't mess with anything.
04:56Open says me.
04:58I knew I smelled cheese mongers.
05:00Last time I tell you my password.
05:02Oh, look, TV.
05:04I love Earth TV.
05:06Hey, dog.
05:08Hey, Mike.
05:11That TV wouldn't be connected to a satellite dish by any chance.
05:16Whoa, hold it, aliens.
05:18My parents are gone, okay?
05:20If you mess up, I won't be trusted alone until the next millennium.
05:23No problem.
05:25We just need to use your stuff for a minute.
05:28He'll probably have it back to normal in no time.
05:31Probably?
05:34Tootie, you want to get to work?
05:37You know, that's all you think about, Bebop.
05:39Work, work, work.
05:41Well, don't just stand there, doo-wop.
05:43Get busy.
05:45I hate it when you have work to do.
05:48Your Highness, we've just received a progress report from your illustrious forces on Earth.
06:17Oh, royal nincompoop.
06:21What was that, Dimash?
06:23Oh, I say, this is from your loyal troops, Emperor Barger.
06:28Put it up on the main screen, Dimash.
06:30I'm in the mood for some conquering and destruction.
06:33If your stupid transmission screwed up my dad's equipment, he is never going to trust me to stay home alone again.
06:45Well, just tell him that three Martians did it using the satellite dish so they could save the planet.
06:50Oh, great.
06:51Oh, great. Now it's busted.
06:55I'm Stort Muldoon, and this is my show, Muldoon, Alien Hunter.
07:01Hey, look. It's that alien hunter weirdo from the Internet.
07:05Aliens are invading. They want our world.
07:09They eat our brains.
07:11I'm here to stop them.
07:13Oh, this show is humor.
07:16Check it out, Martians.
07:18This nut says you're dangerous.
07:20Aliens are everywhere.
07:21Working, listening, hiding in public restrooms.
07:24Sabotaging our wholesome, earthly ways of life.
07:27I'm broadcasting this show live from a converted missile silo somewhere in the Mojave Desert.
07:33I live here.
07:34In case of a full-scale invasion from alien scum, I will protect the planet.
07:40Boy, is he paranoid.
07:42He actually thinks he's surrounded by aliens.
07:45Imagine that.
07:50Victory is within our reach, Martians.
07:52Dig deep for our Emperor.
07:54It doesn't get any better than this.
07:58Yes, it is good.
08:01Almost too good.
08:02Are you suggesting these reports are not what they seem?
08:06Do you think they would dare try and make a fool of me?
08:11And how could we tell for sure?
08:19Allow me to introduce...
08:23Clarktor.
08:24A new Series 5 Reconobot.
08:27Beautiful eyes, no?
08:28I don't care about its eyes, Dimash.
08:31How does it work?
08:32It's a spy unit.
08:34He'll find out exactly what those three miscreants are doing on Earth.
08:38And come back with a full report.
08:43What are you waiting for?
08:46Deploy it!
08:47Brilliant idea, Your Excellency.
08:58You can spot an alien by these easily recognizable traits.
09:03They have an insatiable appetite for junk food.
09:06They'd love to take over your couch.
09:08Hey!
09:08All aliens make disgusting digestive noises.
09:11And upon recognizing an alien presence, this detector will beep and flash a red light.
09:25Well, that's interesting.
09:30Tonight's episode is a special short version.
09:34Good luck.
09:34What's up with him?
09:39Maybe he had to go to the little alien hunter's room.
09:43It looked like he detected an alien prison.
09:46Once again, the Earth is threatening you.
10:00It's up to me, Snoop Muldoon, to protect the planet.
10:04Don't escape me, alien scum.
10:26Look, you sent your fake report to Bob, okay?
10:29When he sees it, he'll definitely think you're doing a good job down here conquering our planet.
10:33So, job well done.
10:34Now you can go back to your place, okay?
10:37What are you, trying to get rid of us?
10:39Look, you guys, you're the best, okay?
10:42The best alien friends a guy could have.
10:44I really love you guys.
10:46Oh, we love you too, Mike.
10:49Oh, brother.
10:50Oh, come on, Mike.
10:52We just want to hang out and watch the hoverboard finals with you.
10:55Besides, what could go wrong?
10:57Don't move, alien scum.
11:02You had to ask.
11:03He blew up my house.
11:11Your mom is gonna break.
11:14Hey, it's that jerk from TV.
11:17Ugly aliens.
11:19Three of them.
11:20It's an invasion, and they're victimizing young citizens.
11:24I'll save you, children.
11:26Hands up, galactic scum.
11:28It's a recon-a-bot.
11:31Check out the tattoo.
11:33When it absolutely, positively has to be destroyed overnight.
11:37Maybe it's here to help us.
11:38Those beeps don't sound friendly to me.
11:40Get your hands, and any other disgusting appendages, up where I can see them, alien drakes.
11:47You guys, get out of here.
11:59It's our fight.
12:03Hey, you heard him.
12:05Not my fight, okay?
12:06Good save.
12:10Guys, a little help here?
12:16Tootie, look out!
12:17I used an EMP ball.
12:24Froze his circuitry.
12:26Whoa!
12:27Whoa!
12:28A space robot.
12:30You know what I can get for this thing on that internet auction?
12:33You guys better get that out of here before my parents get home.
12:36I'll never be able to explain that.
12:38Like you're going to be able to explain the hole in the wall?
12:41Hole?
12:42The entire wall's missing.
12:44Thanks, guys.
12:45I'm feeling much better now.
12:47Let's put him in Muldoon's hover van.
12:56He'll know what to do with a broken space robot.
13:08There's a note.
13:16I give up.
13:18Signed, the robot.
13:20P.S.
13:21I ate those three Martians, so don't go looking for them.
13:25Hey, Muldoon, you the man!
13:29Obviously intimidated by my dogged determination.
13:32That's one smart robot.
13:33Well, so much for Klaktor and Muldoon.
13:41Yeah, I guess I showed them.
13:44You got that right, old fearless leader.
13:47Okay, dog.
13:49Come on back, boy.
13:52Oh, man.
13:54How do I explain this?
13:55Check this out.
13:56Klaktor's not finished yet.
13:59If Klaktor gets back with that report, Bog will find out we're not doing our job.
14:04Your job?
14:05You mean destroying Earth?
14:06Yeah, exactly.
14:07Then he'll launch a second wave of troops, real bad guys this time, whose first job will
14:12be to eliminate the first wave of troops, us.
14:14After that, this planet's history.
14:17Thank you, Mr. Finesse.
14:20But you fried his circuits.
14:22Yeah, but he's a self-repairing Reconobot.
14:26So it's only a matter of time before he rebuilds himself.
14:30Exactamundo.
14:30That's why we've got to destroy him permanently before he can get back to Bog.
14:34I don't like the sound of that beep, Dimash.
14:52It's a signal from Klaktor.
14:54He's been captured.
14:55Captured?
14:55We've got to do something.
14:58I can handle it from here, your highness.
15:06Klaktor's now in full battle mode.
15:08Good.
15:10Good.
15:11I love full battle mode.
15:25This is like looking for a needle in a haystack.
15:31He said he lives in a converted missile silo.
15:35There's the van.
15:37After it.
15:43Holy catfish.
15:45This time, we leave nothing but junk.
15:51I'm here.
15:52Let's grab Dimash's pile of scrap metal and get out of here.
16:12He looks angry.
16:13I have a big mouth.
16:43There's only one way to bring this guy down.
16:57Be careful.
17:01Sent to conquer planet Earth.
17:04Our mission is now to protect it.
17:06Courage to fight for freedom.
17:18Wisdom to use these powers for the good of mankind.
17:24Power to defend against all invaders.
17:29Let's get angry.
17:31Let's go, Martians.
17:37We've got a date with the Tin Man.
17:48Who's the Martian?
17:50We're the Martian.
17:52That was brilliant.
17:53Brilliant.
17:56Guys.
17:59Is it supposed to do this?
18:02Yeah.
18:02And I'm supposed to do this.
18:06So much for him.
18:08Yeah, for now.
18:09Remember, Bebop.
18:10That's a Series 5 self-repairing Reconobot.
18:13It'll just keep rebuilding itself,
18:15go back to the Bog Star,
18:16and prove to Bog that we're not conquering Earth.
18:19On the other hand,
18:22maybe we should let it go back, huh?
18:24Huh?
18:25Do you ever listen to yourself?
18:27It'll file a report.
18:29A real report.
18:30Not if we send it back with a real dummy report
18:34that makes us look like heroes.
18:36Yes!
18:38What a great idea!
18:39Am I a genius or what?
18:43You guys come with me.
18:46We'll handle the dummy report.
18:49We'll wrangle the robot.
18:57What do we do with him now?
18:59Let's see if Muldoon Silo can hold him for a while.
19:11Phew.
19:12That should hold it.
19:16Oh, excuse me.
19:18That was Claktor, not you.
19:24He's right behind us.
19:26Why, there's no stopping him.
19:29There's no stopping him.
19:34Surrender in the name of Emperor Bog.
19:36We can't stop you.
19:38We give up.
19:40That's a wrap.
19:43We've got your report.
19:48He's cutting out.
19:50We can't let him get away.
19:56Full thrust.
19:57Push him down.
19:59Can't hold him long.
20:04See him up.
20:05We've got it.
20:07Open the deck.
20:13Deck open.
20:14Hit me with the disc.
20:15Let him go.
20:23Say hi to Dimash for us.
20:28We did it.
20:29Claktor's on his way home and Earth should be safe again.
20:32What the?
20:35I'm back, alien scum.
20:38And your tin butt is mine.
20:42We've got to set him free.
20:43Let's do what we do best.
20:45Get in his face.
20:47Cease and assist.
20:49I'm protecting the planet.
20:50Give that back.
20:51There he goes.
21:00Loaded down with our side of the story.
21:03Freeze, invaders.
21:07You first.
21:11Is he going to be okay?
21:15It's just a little stasis rate.
21:17He'll be fine.
21:18But won't he come looking for you when he wakes up?
21:20Nothing that a Martian memory erase crystal won't take care of.
21:25When he wakes up, he won't remember a thing.
21:29Got any more of those?
21:30I might need it when my folks get home.
21:32Mike.
21:33Just kidding.
21:37We give up!
21:44If you value your life, Dimash,
21:47never question the loyalty of my troops again.
21:50I beg your forgiveness, your majesty.
21:58Good.
21:59Good.
22:00I like it when you beg.
22:02Well, what happened here,
22:17I wish I could remember.
22:19Maybe it's not as bad as it looks.
22:23It's bad.
22:25It's not good.
22:27Come on, hurry.
22:32I hear my parents coming up the walkway.
22:34One instant wall coming up.
22:36Well, I saved the earth again.
22:49Shh.
22:50Mike's parents are home.
22:51Hi, Mom.
22:52Hi, Dad.
22:53Did you guys have a nice time?
22:54Very nice, son.
22:55Say, something looks different around here.
22:59Mike, where's the living room window?
23:01Ooh.
23:02Ooh.
23:04Ooh.
23:04Ooh.
23:05Ooh.
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