Recess (1997)
The beloved Disney animated series following six fourth-grade friends conquering playground life, one recess at a time.
Recess - Series Information
- Original Title: Recess
- First Air Year: 1997
- Last Air Year: 2001
- Created by: Paul Germain, Joe Ansolabehere
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Kids, Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-Y7
- Number of Seasons: 6
- Number of Episodes: 127
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 13, 1997 (United States - TV-Y7), September 13, 1997 (Germany - 0), September 13, 1997 (Brazil - L), September 13, 1997 (Spain - TP)
- Networks: ABC, UPN
- Production Companies: Walt Disney Television, Paul & Joe Productions, Disney Television Animation
- Production Countries: United States of America
- Alternative Titles: La Banda el Patio (ES), الفسحة (SA), 下课后 (CN), Recreo (MX), Disneys Große Pause (DE)
Recess - Plot
Join a group of six fourth-grade best friends at Third Street Elementary School on their fun-filled adventures in their school playground. Through the ups-and-downs of adolescence, they must wrestle with authority, avoid the school snitch, and try their best to win at kick-ball.
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Recess - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Paul Germain
- Joe Ansolabehere
Main Cast
- Rickey D'Shon Collins
- Pamela Adlon
- Ashley Johnson
- Jason Davis
- Courtland Mead
- Andrew Lawrence
- Ross Malinger
- Lane Toran
- Anndi McAfee
- Ryan O'Donohue
Writers
- Phil Walsh
- Mark Drop
- Bart Jennett
- Holly Huckins
- Ford Riley
Recess - FAQs
Where can you stream Recess online?
Recess is available to stream on Disney+, where all six seasons are accessible to subscribers. You can also check JustWatch to compare all available viewing options in your region, including any rental or purchase options that may be available on additional platforms.
Who are the main voice actors in Recess?
The main voice cast includes Andrew Lawrence and Ross Malinger as TJ Detweiler, Pamela Adlon as Spinelli, Ashley Johnson as Gretchen, Jason Davis as Mikey, Courtland Mead as Gus, and Rickey D'Shon Collins as Vince. Dabney Coleman voices Principal Prickly and April Winchell voices Miss Finster.
What is Recess the animated series about?
Recess centers on six fourth-grade friends at Third Street Elementary School who form their own social world during playground time. The show blends humor and heart as TJ, Spinelli, Gretchen, Mikey, Vince, and Gus navigate friendships, school authority, and the unwritten rules of kid society.
When did Recess first air on television?
Recess premiered on September 13, 1997, in the United States. It originally aired on ABC as part of the Saturday morning lineup and later moved to UPN, running for six seasons before concluding in 2001.
How many seasons and episodes does Recess have?
Recess ran for six main seasons plus a specials collection, totaling 127 episodes. Season 1 had 26 episodes, Season 2 had 25, Season 3 had 16, Season 4 had 44, Season 5 had 11, and Season 6 wrapped the series with 5 episodes.
Is Recess appropriate for young children?
Recess carries a TV-Y7 content rating, meaning it is designed for children aged seven and older. The show features mild comedic conflict and age-appropriate themes around friendship, fairness, and standing up to authority, making it suitable for elementary-school-aged viewers and enjoyable for nostalgic adults.
Who created the animated series Recess?
Recess was created by Paul Germain and Joe Ansolabehere, the duo also known as "Paul and Joe." Both had previously worked on Rugrats before developing Recess for Disney. The series was produced by Walt Disney Television Animation and Paul & Joe Productions.
Did Recess ever get a theatrical film release?
Yes. Recess: School's Out was released theatrically in February 2001, serving as a feature-length continuation of the series. The film follows the gang uncovering a villainous plot to eliminate summer vacation. It was well received by fans and performed respectably at the box office for an animated Disney TV spinoff.
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