The STRANGE Rugrats Spin-off That Didn't Really Work

Rugrats Preschool Daze was the Rugrats spin-off that most people may not know about. It was short lived and swept under the rug in favor of the other Rugrats spin-off, All Grown Up. Want to know about All Grown Up? Check out my video on it here: • The STRANGE Rugrats Sp...

[@JordanFringe94]

Want to know about the Rugrats Spin-off that DID work? Check out my video on All Grown Up here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mX3TZmZ9nJuoZpo&ab_channel=JordanFringe Let me know what other shows and cartoons you'd like to see covered!

[@BernieShadows]

Just as good as your last video it’s like you never left 🙏🎬🔥

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much Bernie!

[@kristopherjones7997]

Where have you been

[@timothyholland2927]

You should cover Rocket Power 🤘🤘

[@Babbleplay]

I don't often hear 'All Grown Up' worked. Most of the feedback I see, and kind of agree with myself, was that it was painfully generic. Not bad, but, zero standout points compared to all the other teen/tween drama shows of the era.

[@12racoons]

What's really strange about the Preschool Daze art style is that the only shading on the characters is on their eyes (with the exception of Angelica's hair, I suppose). Something about it just pushes it right into "creepy" territory

[@lalaland2107]

I completely agree.

[@demonteprice5870]

It makes all the kids look like they're on meth.

[@tvgamerstan6180]

Even though angelica & susie are my favorite characters, they can't really carry a show on their own.

[@Danbo22987]

Their entire characters were built around their interactions with the babies. It was fine for a one off episode or two but yeah, it didn't work.

[@FoxUnitNell]

It's very much in Angelica's character to have the stupid babies carry a show and be regulated to the manual labour.

[@gracekim25]

Yeah 😅

[@nothanks7063]

The teen versions of AGU may have been able, Angelica carried most of that show by herself anyway, but toddler Angelica and Susie are too one-dimensional.

[@dominothealphaandomega5512]

Although, Angellica is so Bad that’s She’s good, but still, Angellica just can’t have A Spin-off to herself, it just wouldn’t work...

[@Duskoi]

Anyone else ever so slightly terrified of this art style? Specifically by Angelica?

[@dragonmk123]

It's the eyes....

[@Savannah_Simpson]

They all look like the have a huge amount of blush on.

[@bigsqueak4086]

@@dragonmk123 Duuuude... They're trying to eat my soul! O_O

[@Iquey]

Angelica was a vibe ok. But yes, anything too nostalgic triggers a bit of fight or flight to me. Edit: OH MY GOD the other ART STYLE.... Angelica's NOODLE HAIR.

[@freyafoxmusic]

Ya it’s terrifying

[@r3n3gad33]

Remember when Spike was voiced by Bruce Willis in the Rugrats and Wild Thornberries crossover movie? He said yes to that.

[@DylanRomanov]

I hated spike talking , some characters are more effective without talking

[@FoxUnitNell]

Oh, I thought you meant his barks, just like George Clooney and the dog he had played on South Park.

[@TheRealYuckl3s_9000]

Image him having a dababy voice

[@TheRealYuckl3s_9000]

@Kurt Angle In A Tiny Cowboy Hat *woof* less gooo

[@cooldude5963]

Shoutout B Willis he was recently diagnosed with aphasia

[@mechajay3358]

The art style is the only problem I had for the Pre-School Daze Spin-off. It was kinda unnerving seeing Angelica and Suzie in that with the red-ish cheeks.

[@JordanFringe94]

The art style can be very off putting lol

[@FoxUnitNell]

@@JordanFringe94 For me, it just looks like they had improved on the shadows of the characters then actually changing their outlines.

[@lizard81288]

Their eyes are so weird looking now.

[@jasonbolding3481]

poor Suzie looks clownish

[@kaliskonig]

Wow. I had no idea the preschool daze spinoff actually happened. I always thought we only got those backdoor pilot ones...and holy fuck that art style.

[@justyumi4410]

I'm sure Preschool Daze could've worked if they just did what Rugrats did in Season 7 or so where they had 3 segments, rather than stretching out an 11 minute plot at most to 22 minutes.

[@willhuey4891]

harold was the one character from preschool daze to be carried over.

[@JerseyAnimations1]

Actually Harold was in the original rugrats in the episode Angelica's assistant

[@Maceryn]

That animation style put me in a daze just because of the brightness the shine hurts >.< TURN THE BLOOM OFF P L E A S E LOL was a fun watch tho!

[@JordanFringe94]

Lol 😂 thank you!

[@hilario_beams]

5:02 Baljeet crossed over from Phineas and Ferb! 😂

[@LifefulLife]

yesss so glad someone else caught this!

[@DialUpDigest]

I remember Preschool Daze was on during the Spring and it was super random. There were only a few episodes and then it just disappeared without ever being mentioned again. I thought the animation was definitely "Nick Jr.-ish" , and those eyes...kinda creepy in my opinion XD

[@sean_mccadden]

All grown up for me made a lot more sense of a transition since when it came out they were now roughly around the same age I was making it more relatable. Having them in preschool or elementary school would’ve only made sense if it came out a couple years sooner when the original fans were still closer to elementary school

[@mathieuleader8601]

It's interesting to think that the Rugrats was originally going to a Cleveland show styled spin-off called the Carmichaels

[@Quario]

I need to know more about this

[@ahhh4117]

Probably for the best that it didn't lol

[@kaylacartergraphics120]

@@ahhh4117 I disagree. Suzie having her own spin off would be cool.

[@alicesmith255]

@@kaylacartergraphics120 I'm not sure how well she'd have been able to carry a spinoff show, she suffered greatly from being "little miss perfect with one or two flaws tacked on (without disrupting the air of miss perfect too much)" so it'd probably have worked best if the focus was not on her but the rest of the family, so likely focusing mostly on the older kids?

[@mathieuleader8601]

@@Quario it would have focused on the Carmichaels moving to a new town focusing on the family like how Cleveland moved to Stoolbend VA

[@justshelby1594]

What about a series featuring the parent perspective 🤷🏾‍♀️ I’d tune in

[@rainbowchu9390]

Omg I still remember all of the words to the Emika concert song that was like “you’re a friend to meeee. I’m a friend to youuuu. When we have each other.......” that song slaps

[@SillyCreatureSally]

theres nothing we can't do

[@LifefulLife]

soo is no one going to mention Baljeet from from Phineas and Ferb just casually front and center at 5:02?

[@mathieuleader8601]

I hope in the reboot of the Rugrats we see Angelica's maternal family lots of untapped potential in that angle

[@ozkaranonimo73]

This show was like a prototype for the art style of Big Mouth

[@kev2525]

I thought the same

[@real2end]

Preschool days looks like they polished there eyes too much. I remember seeing this show on Sunday morning and confused on what was going on and not being able to keep my interest in it.

[@Skootish]

I’ve been on such a Rugrat kick recently so seeing this video from you makes me so happy!!

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks for watching Skootish!

[@FancyLyingchris]

I watched both Rugrats and All Grown Up but I never got a chance to watch Pre-School daze. I can see how this spin-off went poorly among the viewers and no doubt probably will never watch this.

[@JordanFringe94]

It’s a cool piece of history for the series but for sure not the best outing for the series

[@poppinc8145]

It was released on DVD, so no TV viewers!

[@nothanks7063]

I feel like focusing on All Grown Up was ultimately the right call, Preschool Daze doesn't really have the same potential, it's essentially Rugrats without the imagination plots.

[@MaherandIbrahimsAvengers]

The artstyle for pre school dazes really looks weird in my opinon. I think it might because every character has rosy cheecks and that throws me in a *daze*

[@ZekeorSomething]

It reminds me of Phinieas and Ferb

[@DylanRomanov]

If they took the rosy cheeks away and made the iris bigger it’d be better. They made Susie a bit too light.

[@CoolGamer-qz5zp]

6:20 Love seeing the term Flanderization get used. Got that word from Tv Tropes.

[@AnimeAvenueAA]

Lets gooo! Great video as always Jordan! Always hyped to see something from you in my feed!

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much! I appreciate it man! 🙏🏻😄

[@chipchopbarbershop8426]

It looks like pre school daze wasn't made by klasky csupo studios but by the people that made squirrel boy

[@caderiesenberg9615]

Talk about gay

[@dillonwright13]

To anyone not happy with the 3D look of the new Rugrats, just close your eyes and imagine it still looks like the original show.

[@Samsapopin]

The 3D look is okay. I think they just ruined Chuckie by giving him a "Vanellope" nose instead of his unique nose sine his nose was part of his character in the original series.

[@Ronin.Samurai]

The 3D look is terrible. Only someone on crack would decide to make Rugrats 3D.

[@BaronXooper]

I remember watching the show one day when I was sick home from school. Never saw it again after that day, thought I dreamt it.

[@bloodless653]

I don't think I could watch this based on the the art style alone. It hurts my eyes. Also, my reaction when I saw this video pop up: "Oh my God, Jordan Fringe! Day. Instantly. Made."

[@JordanFringe94]

Haha glad you enjoyed it!!

[@Iquey]

All grown up was great. Remember when Dill was suffering burnout from people trying to force creative entrepreneurship on him at an unsustainable pace? Really went there.

[@otakupower1048]

2:45 did she really draw what I think she did on that teachers face. How did they get away with that 😂

[@nikkireigns]

😂🤣

[@stellamary204]

Lmao!!!!!

[@lilgooch5596]

hopefully it is just a goofy nose but if not...

[@nothankyoudontwantalastnam847]

Oop LOL

[@aldali724]

I was scrolling to see if anyone else noticed lmao

[@danielroan776]

rugrats was my favorite cartoon growing up

[@sissysovereign1294]

It looks like they tried to give it an "as told by ginger" aesthetic, but failed miserably.

[@XxGlynwenxX]

Those new animated looks are just terrifying to me 0.0

[@dannigro8794]

Lucky that All Grown Up succeeded. Much better idea for a spinoff. Over pre school days.

[@MacGuffinExMachina]

Preschool Daze seriously freaked me out. I never knew about it. I just fell asleep with one of the Nick channels on, and woke up with this, and I thought I was still dreaming. It kind of reminds me of when I first experienced Twin Peaks. It used to come on Chiller after Freddy's Nightmares. I had a shitty DVR that needed the channel on to be recorded, and I recorded FN this one time, but woke up on the finale in the Black Lodge. I was dreaming of it and soon after woke up into it, and it was so jarring. I see Coop freaking out, then the scene with Bob and the doppelganger laughing. I. Had to watch the show after that lol.

[@jadedparanormality564]

This video was stellar. Good info, good writing, good delivery, and good use of clips. A+ material. Rugrats doesn’t work when the characters are flat and when there is no adventure. The original Rugrats was like a guide to imagination for kids. I loved it when I was a kid, and I am charmed by it as an adult. Glad to see someone talking about these shows so eloquently. I can’t wait to watch your other videos!

[@TestMonkey254]

The only reason i kinda knew this show existed is because i would be an early riser and catch glimpses of it at like 6am i dont think it was ever adverstised.

[@ixiahj]

After Paul Germain left, all Rugrats episodes, season 4 and up, looked like it was going for a Nick Jr. vibe. Just cause the characters are babies doesn't mean the show is for babies. Original Rugrats felt like something Charles Schultz would make.

[@ronstoppable5659]

I disagree, I still really enjoyed seasons 4-6, its downfall began in season 7 when Kimi was introduced Rugrats In Paris should’ve been the finale

[@mletormd5231]

The subtle comedic moments in your videos add such a level of comfort its unreal. Fantastic as usual!

[@misskiller900606]

U still rock Jordan welcome back hope u never leave for awhile miss ur videos a lot love u always to the moon and back

[@JordanFringe94]

I just really needed a break from the internet, thanks for the support, truly!

[@ssjup81]

I knew of this way after the fact, but IMO, Chuckie should’ve been in it with them. Preschool is age 3 - 5. Some preschool classes have kids that range in them. Given that Chuckie is only a year under these two, they could’ve put him in their class. I mean if AGU can show flashback to times where it was only Angelica and Chuckie, don’t see why they couldn’t toss him in here.

[@PowerRangersFanAntiDinoFury]

Because Susie and Angelica can talk to adults, Chuckie never had any 3rd birthday in the original show and never had any understandable dialogue towards adults except for the word "no".

[@poppinc8145]

Chuckie's parents putting him in preschool when they already had other babysitters available and friends he was close to wouldn't really make sense.

[@segastars9802]

Thanks for reviewing this. I didn't even know there was Pre-school series. I just saw the Rugrats and All Grown Up.

[@Yozhiz]

I literally just watched your All Grown Up review! Perfect timing, I love your reviews!

[@JordanFringe94]

Lol well thanks so much! 🙏🏻

[@dave2808]

Whoever drew this must've ripped acid before coming into work

[@j-robspoketalk8054]

Ahhhhhhh Jordan no way !!! Thanks for making this man I have been hoping for a new one of these videos I love these! Thanks for the video made my day man ! Have a great one !

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much J-Rob! Truly appreciate the kindness and support! 🙏🏻

[@Flexy1217]

This is a great!!! didn’t think I’d be so enthralled by a rugrat video! I hope you continue to make bangers for us 😕

[@JordanFringe94]

Thank you! Will try!

[@kenbuc2]

I totally forgot about this spinoff! Its like the Fanboy and Chum Chum of the Rugrats universe, lol! Great video as always Jordan! Glad to see another video!

[@Metalkake]

Dude this was such an awesome surprise

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much for watching dude! 🙏🏻

[@drclaw411]

What an awesome surprise to see a new video from you! I didn’t even know this show existed. I kind of want to watch it now, just to say I did. Great video man!

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much!

[@Chocolatepain]

I like that you've covering nostalgia that no one else is really talking about.

[@RSanchez111]

I didn't even know this show existed and I LOVED Rugrats when I was little.

[@Tuatha_De_Gaming]

Bruh All Grown Up was amazing. Everyone I knew loved it.

[@ypcs26]

It's so cool t9 have you back making content...I had to do a double take when I saw the video, I thought it was KZbin recommending and old video. Hope you got the break you needed and I am excited t9 see more videos

[@JordanFringe94]

Lol thanks so much! I appreciate the support!

[@jellycactus5650]

Glad to see you’re back!

[@locodesert2]

Nice video as always. See you all in 3 or 4 months when he uploads again.

[@houseofspades8114]

Dude this vid came up as a recommendation you now have a new sub thanks for making me feel nostalgic 😂😂😂

[@mthompson42]

This was Awesome Jordan!!!! Your work is always amazing!!! I love all the details. Great job!!! Keep being you man!!!

[@JordanFringe94]

That means so much, thank you for your patience and support! 🙏🏻

[@PhantomoftheOperaOG]

3:41 scared the HELL out of me! I thoroughly enjoy your videos; thank you!

[@jennaelizabeth8956]

I just found your channel, I’m so in love with it! Great job!!!!

[@andrewfrench9554]

Hey man!!! Great video as always!! That’s so weird those episodes were out of order. I never would’ve noticed that

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much!

[@kelpyg301]

I loved this video! Also I don’t know why but Preschool Daze just look and feels like Big Mouth on Nick Jr.

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much!!

[@pianobooks42]

I loved Preschool Daze when I found it on the DVD! I forget how old I was, but I was fairly young at the time. I still remember the basic storylines, characters, and my reactions to them. I watched it repeatedly and didn’t like the All Grown Up spin-off as much. I think they really weren’t sure which demographic to write for. They tried both, but they got more success from the slightly older demographic. I grew into All Grown Up before it was cancelled and now definitely agree with you. It’s just interesting knowing that it’s age related for me

[@GameKnobs]

Happy to have you back Jordan! Love ya bro keep up the great work!

[@JordanFringe94]

Thank you so much! Truly appreciate the support!

[@Deke.]

Keep killing it Jordan! 👏👏👏⚡⚡⚡

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much man!

[@ThePrimo80s]

Nice to see you back Jordan. Love this video. 🙌

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much!

[@goosepapoose8666]

Man, you really go in depth! It's awesome! Great edit, great voice, great content, great video, as always!

[@JordanFringe94]

Truly means a lot, thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it! 😄

[@arceusalmighty1276]

My man Jordan!!!! It’s been a minute! Glad to see you’re back. I’ve been keeping with your podcast at least but glad to see content from you. I hope you and your Pokémon Center purchases are doing well.

[@JordanFringe94]

Lol thanks so much! I appreciate the support!

[@shreksdadiscool]

He's back!

[@michaelpeters78]

favorite show growing up in the 90's, the original rugrats that is. something awesome about that show. loved it

[@nikitamontanna2733]

Omg I remember this wows. Good video I'm about to binge your others

[@ste.vegi.]

Whoa! I didn’t even know there was another spin-off! This was brilliant, JF.

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much for watching! 🙏🏻

[@asdjklsadj]

I have never seen this and boy am I glad because the animation is horrifying and reminds me of those weird shorts that haunt my nightmares 😩

[@DaddyGamerFred]

More lore on my childhood please 😁 and happy to see you back bro, great video like always 👍

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much! 🙏🏻 Truly appreciate the support!

[@CrazyOldDave]

Thanks for another one Fringe :) I didn't even know this existed, '92 kid here. Have a great weekend :)

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much for watching! Have a great weekend!

[@aerodactylarmada6653]

So glad to see a new video. Just got the gram to follow you and the other host of the shadowless pod cast. TEAM CREAM. Hope to see more videos from you soon. Keep it up man 💞👍🥒

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much for the support on everything! Means so much to me and the rest of the pod members!

[@blackjacksetzer7748]

way to make my morning, best wishes!

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@darkhorse944]

The Preschool Daze episode actually aired on April 10, 2004. Not January 21, 2002. Wikipedia doesn''t have the right information of the real airdates for some of its episodes. Anyways, the real airdate information for Preschool Daze came from Nickandmore.

[@JordanFringe94]

Found 3 sources all saying different dates, and I couldn’t remember a date like that from when I was a kid, excuse my mistake 🙏🏻

[@microfg4]

This is the first time ive ever heard or saw any of this!!! I guess I was too old by then? But I still don't know how could I miss it...

[@grass_trainer]

Here for it!

[@stevenriggins8260]

Good to hear from you jordan I hope you're doing well I've missed these video tho weirdly enough I don't remember this spin off

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much! I appreciate the patience and support, truly! 🙏🏻 hope all is well!

[@scottmurphy9597]

This was great thabks

[@CultureScreen]

Great content

[@Edgelordess]

The animation kinda reminds me of those creepy Elsa and Anna games.

[@dustinhatfield8373]

That what are we doing here goo goo ga ga line really cracked me up. I enjoy your humor. I was born in 91 and vibe with pretty much everything you've ever said in the videos I've watched! I love watching video essays on KZbin but you're the first guy I've seen to regularly cover content from the shows I used to watch as a kid.

[@JordanFringe94]

I appreciate the kind words and support! Glad you find my humor funny too 😄🙏🏻

[@dustinhatfield8373]

@@JordanFringe94 yes you've made my past few work days since I've discovered your channel very entertaining. I look forward to seeing what other shows you'll cover! I gotta say I can't believe you haven't done a Fairly Oddparents or Hey Arnold yet though

[@JordanFringe94]

Funny you say that, next Tuesday is a hey Arnold video! Haha I will do fairly odd parents for sure in the future, I have a very long list and doing 2 vids a week will take some time to get to them all but I will get to some Oddparents sooner than later! 😄

[@dustinhatfield8373]

@@JordanFringe94 well I definitely look forward to seeing them! I am now subscribed. Much respect for actually responding to my comments as well! I don't think anyone ever has lol

[@JordanFringe94]

Hey thanks so much! Truly appreciate it! And yeah of course! I try to be as active as possible that I can 😄

[@GenoCuddy]

You're videos keep getting placed in my recommended, and I'm quite happy about that, actually, as many of your topics are quite interesting. I loved Rugrats growing up, as I'm sure most children of my generation did, but in all truth my years with the show were 1991-1999. I was never a big fan of the Dil Pickles character and even less of Kimi. The program also took on a more streamlined look as the years rolled on, I preferred the more unrefined aesthetic (especially of the earlier seasons). At the time of the airing of the backdoor pilot in 2002, I endured a major family tragedy which consumed my attention for much of the year. I don't even recall this episode, however I do have recollections of the "All Growed Up" episode of the original series. I wasn't the biggest fan of the "All Grown Up" series, but I would occasionally watch it and found Dil and Kimi to be much better their than in the parent series. THIS program, however I have no memory of and for good reason, it looks abysmal, terrifying and streamlined to the point where even the new reboot (dating this comment) looks leagues better, this coming from a guy who loathes contemporary CGI. My friend Ralph has a term he uses for films and media that are so utterly worthless that the only reason they exist is to be used in sacrifice, that term is "leader" as in "film leader" as in that strip of film you place at the beginning of a film you WANT to see so you can properly project it on the wall. This "preschool" show is nothing but pure leader.

[@JordanFringe94]

I appreciate you are watching and enjoy the vids! Truly thank you so much! And that’s a good term for something like this, it makes a lot of sense haha sorry to hear you had a family emergency back then, totally can relate dropping everything for something so much more important like that 🙏🏻

[@jonnynavi5900]

Ayyeeeee you’re backkkm

[@J2Bluu]

Welcome back Jordan!

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much!

[@Itsjusttken]

Omg THANK YOU I remember this as a kid and no one else does I couldn’t remember the name

[@Tazmaniaemt]

New here and subscriber! I never thought about the idea of college for them or their own families. That would be great to see like you said in your other video.

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks so much for the support!! 🙏🏻 and haha yeah that would be great!

[@BrennySpain]

I couldn’t agree with you more about episodes of seasons being out of order! So crazy I think! Lol

[@lilz]

I didn’t know about this and I didn’t need to or want to. That first clip you showed was like a smack in the face

[@bendybug]

oh, i thought this was about all grown up lol. Was about to say i loved it haha.

[@mariogamefreak1]

I like your videos. You just earned a new subscriber.

[@Robinem]

Another great example of back door pilots were the fact that the lead actor or even most of the cast of the CSI spin-off shows debuted in a CSI show that came before it. Miami and Cyber first appeared on the original and New York first appeared on Miami. Characters from New York would eventually appear on the original but it was after much of the original cast (some who weren’t thrilled about spin-offs being made) left.

[@theclassicgamer20]

Great video man.

[@JordanFringe94]

Hey thanks so much!!

[@powergannon]

I was the hugest Rugrats fan when it was on, and I disbanded even know this existed until like a year ago. I was obsessed with Spongebob and watched Nickelodeon all the time in 2002, so I have no idea how I never saw it.

[@MOONCAT666]

Hey Jordan I haven't visited in a while, glad to see you though I'm sad to see it seems You've deleted all your gaming videos. I hope you're ok and I'd love to see your face when Spyro 4 trailer drops 💜 Sending a hug from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@regularperson9965]

Finding out how rocky the creators relationship became over this show, how passion draining they both were because of creative differences, im sort of glad the rugrat empire took a break.

[@Vegadra]

Funny the first video i saw from this channel was All Grown Up and then you released another Rugrats video. On the same day.

[@JordanFringe94]

Thanks for watching both! 🙏🏻

[@notconvinced2204]

The main attraction to rugrats is the style. The style of this spinoff was like the antithesis of rugrats.