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StarBeam - Something's Fishy (S1E1)
The greedy Captain Fishbeard is on a mission to steal a shiny bell from City Hall. But Zoey knows you shouldn't take things that don't belong to you.
| Runtime (min) | 13 |
|---|---|
| TMDB Rating | 9.0 (11 votes) |
| Air Date | 2020-04-03 |
| Genres | Animation, Kids |
| TV Rating | TV-Y |
| Network(s) | Netflix |
Storyline
In the series premiere of StarBeam, young Zoey transforms into her superhero alter ego when trouble strikes her city. Captain Fishbeard, a greedy pirate villain, sets his sights on stealing a shiny ceremonial bell from City Hall. The bell holds special significance for the community, and its theft would deprive everyone of something that belongs to them all.
Zoey recognizes that taking things that don't belong to you is wrong, no matter how shiny or appealing they might be. As StarBeam, she must stop Captain Fishbeard's selfish scheme and return the bell to its rightful place. The episode introduces the show's core format: a young girl balancing everyday life with superhero responsibilities, facing villains whose misdeeds provide clear moral lessons for preschool audiences.
What kids learn
This episode teaches children the fundamental concept of respecting other people's property. Through Captain Fishbeard's actions, young viewers see that wanting something doesn't give you the right to take it, even if it's beautiful or desirable. Zoey models the correct response when she recognizes the wrongness of the theft and takes action to make things right.
Children also learn about community property and shared resources. The bell belongs to City Hall, which means it belongs to everyone in the city. Taking it harms the whole community, not just one person. This introduces the idea that some things are meant to be enjoyed collectively rather than possessed individually.
The episode demonstrates that standing up for what's right is important, even when facing someone intimidating like a pirate captain. Zoey's transformation into StarBeam shows children that they can find courage within themselves to address unfairness and help others, reinforcing the value of using your abilities to protect your community.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
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| Is the villain scary for young children? | Captain Fishbeard is designed as a comical, non-threatening antagonist appropriate for preschoolers. His pirate appearance and greedy motivations are presented in a lighthearted manner typical of preschool programming. The conflict revolves around his selfish desire for a shiny object rather than any genuinely menacing behavior, making him more silly than scary for the target age group. |
| What age is this episode appropriate for? | This episode is designed for preschool audiences, typically ages three to six. The thirteen-minute runtime, simple moral lesson about not taking things that don't belong to you, and straightforward superhero narrative are all calibrated for young children's attention spans and developmental understanding. The themes and presentation style align with other Netflix preschool superhero offerings. |
| Does StarBeam use violence to solve problems? | StarBeam is a preschool superhero show, so any action is non-violent and age-appropriate. The focus is on Zoey using her powers to stop wrongdoing and return stolen property rather than fighting. The resolution centers on correcting Captain Fishbeard's theft and reinforcing the moral lesson, not on physical confrontation or combat sequences that might concern parents of very young viewers. |
| Will my child understand the lesson about stealing? | The episode presents the concept very clearly and concretely. Captain Fishbeard wants the shiny bell and takes it, even though it doesn't belong to him. Zoey explicitly recognizes this as wrong and works to fix it. The straightforward cause-and-effect and Zoey's clear moral stance make the lesson accessible to preschoolers who are just beginning to understand property rights and rules. |
| Is this a good introduction to the series? | Yes, this premiere episode establishes the show's formula effectively. It introduces Zoey and her StarBeam identity, presents a simple villain with a clear wrongdoing, and delivers an age-appropriate moral lesson. Parents and children both get a clear sense of what the series offers: short superhero adventures with prosocial messages designed for the youngest superhero fans. |
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| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | The greedy Captain Fishbeard is on a mission to steal a shiny bell from City Hall. But Zoey knows you shouldn't take things that don't belong to you. |
| 1 | 2 | There's an uninvited guest at Gramps's surprise birthday party: the sneaky, shape-shifting villain Goop! Can Zoey and her mom team up to get rid of him? |
| 1 | 3 | It's StarBeam to the rescue when Miserable Marla sends a hair-raising static electricity storm to school to ruin class picture day. |
| 1 | 4 | StarBeam zooms into space to save a famous astronaut when a meteor shower damages her shuttle and sends it spinning toward the moon. |
| 1 | 5 | Henry invents shoes to help Zoey with her dancing until she can master the moves on her own. But when it's time for her recital, they won't come off! |
| 1 | 6 | When Captain Fishbeard steals the Jewel of Fire from Lava Lava Island, the island itself attacks him — and now he needs StarBeam's help! |
| 1 | 7 | It's Zoey's turn to bring Quincy, the class caterpillar, home and keep him safe. But her plans change when he turns into a butterfly! |
| 1 | 8 | Zoey's mom comes down with a case of the Super Sniffles, throwing her powers all out of whack. Can StarBeam save the day and convince her to rest? |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | When mischievous Murps try to snatch a mysterious blue meteorite from the museum, StarBeam swoops in and learns why they're so desperate to snag it. |
| 2 | 2 | Zoey’s classmate Stella is StarBeam’s biggest fan. Will her favorite superhero save her when super-strong Cosmic Crusher suddenly shows up at school? |
| 2 | 3 | Bleep Blop, the vacuuming robot, is great for clean-up time. But StarBeam must stop Henry's new gizmo when a glitch makes it suck up everything in sight! |
| 2 | 4 | To make sure all the moms get fresh flowers on Mother’s Day, StarBeam will need to stop Miserable Marla from bringing lots of rain to ruin their plans. |
| 2 | 5 | It's time to shine ... under the sea! StarBeam dives deep down into the ocean to save a worried baby whale whose tail gets all tangled up in a net. |
| 2 | 6 | When all the town’s fish sticks suddenly disappear, it’s up to StarBeam to teach selfish Captain Fishbeard that it always pays to be polite and share. |
| 2 | 7 | Snails are too slimy and gooey for Zoey! But can she learn to like them when the aquarium needs StarBeam’s help to search for its lost sea snail? |
| 2 | 8 | Greta and Gunther are at the lighthouse for a playdate. But when shifty Goop slinks into town, StarBeam needs to shield her twin friends from trouble. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | When baddies Todd and Goop team up to ruin Somerset’s spring Eggstravaganza, StarBeam is out to stop them with some help — all while hunting for eggs! |
| 3 | 2 | A pesky pixie keeps switching up the hiking trail signs during a camping trip! Can StarBeam and Boost put a pause on all of her perilous pranks? |
| 3 | 3 | With a roar louder than a lion’s, the Isle of Brrr's legendary beast faces off with StarBeam after she spots him taking a snow bunny back to his cave. |
| 3 | 4 | Goop gets his slippery hands on the mighty Beam Key after sneaking into Zoey’s school. Can StarBeam show up to snatch it back before anyone notices? |
| 3 | 5 | Fishbeard and StarBeam on the same team? They'll have to work together to find a treasure and rescue their pets trapped in a cave on Lava Lava Island. |
| 3 | 6 | Tricksy the pixie is back with her pranks to ruin Wheels Day, but Boost has just the thing to help StarBeam put the brakes on all of the trouble. |
| 3 | 7 | Cosmic Crusher is causing chaos at the carnival games on Loop-de-Loop Island. StarBeam tries to teach him he doesn’t have to destroy and cheat to win. |
| 3 | 8 | Everyone in Somerset wants to see the lunar eclipse, but Miserable Marla and her gloomy clouds are trying to block the view. Can StarBeam save the day? |
| 3 | 9 | Zoey volunteers to watch Ms. Winkleman’s precious pup, Rex, while she’s away. But prankster Tricksy plays a switch-a-roo that only StarBeam can save! |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 1 | Tricksy's up to her old pranks and turns Gramps into a snail. Time for StarBeam and Boost to beat the playful pixie at her own game and get Gramps back! |
| 4 | 2 | Murp is back on Earth and on the run from something mysterious. Can StarBeam, Boost and Kipper find out what their little pal is running away from? |
| 4 | 3 | Cosmic Crusher makes a mess of clean-up day even though he thinks he’s helping. Now it's up to StarBeam to convince him not to trash the whole town. |
| 4 | 4 | Gramps and Henry try to find a cure for Zoey’s nonstop hiccups since they're getting in her way — especially when it's StarBeam's time to shine! |
| 4 | 5 | Cue the marching music, it’s time for the annual Summersette Spectacular Parade! But StarBeam will have to keep Tricksy from ruining everyone’s fun. |
| 4 | 6 | StarBeam swoops in when pesky pirate Fishbeard steals Boost’s new freeze spray to keep everyone frozen in place while he loots the town. |
| 4 | 7 | A rare bird on Lava Lava Island wants Kipper as a forever friend and won’t let him go. Rescuing her feathery pal won’t be easy, but StarBeam can do it! |
| 4 | 8 | Zoey’s band is playing an adoption concert at the animal shelter, but Tricksy has switched all the instrument sounds. Only StarBeam can save the show! |
| 4 | 9 | StarBeam superfan Stella gets a tour of the secret Beam Control headquarters, where Boost keeps all the gadgets that help StarBeam beat the baddies. |
| 4 | 10 | If there's lightning, it's probably Miserable Marla! She meets Stella, and the two have some fun with the different kinds of weather Marla brings. |
| 4 | 11 | Stella spends a day on board Fishbeard's smelly pirate ship. But she causes more mischief than even he can handle! |
| 4 | 12 | The joke's on Tricksy when Stella and Greta end up turning the tables and pulling a prank on the always-annoying pixie. |
| 4 | 13 | StarBeam's superhero suit is full of star power, so Stella can't help showing off her StarBeam outfit to all of her fellow fans. |
| 4 | 14 | Ever wonder what it's like to see Summersette from a bird's-eye view? Stella straps a camera to StarBeam's pal Kipper to find out! |
| 4 | 15 | StarBeam's super strength, super speed and super bubble beams run in her family. Stella learns more about StarBeam's mom, WonderBeam! |
| 4 | 16 | When the world needs saving, it's StarBeam's time to shine. This little hero's all heart — and she's unstoppable! A short-form music video. |
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