Honey, I Shrunk the Kids

Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (1997-2000)

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Honey, I Shrunk the Kids: The TV Show (truncated to Honey, I Shrunk the Kids in the show's title sequence) is an American syndicated comic science fiction sitcom based on the 1989 film, Honey, I Shrunk the Kids. It expands upon the original film's concept of a shrinking experiment gone wrong to include a myriad of experiments gone awry. It debuted in syndication on September 1, 1997 and ran for three consecutive seasons, concluding with the 66th episode on May 20, 2000.

Peter Scolari took over the role as Wayne Szalinski, the wacky inventor in the original film, played by Rick Moranis. Each episode incorporates new technologies and digital effects to feature the family in various new adventures.

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Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E22Honey, Whodunit?May 20, 2000
S03E21Honey, I Shrink, Therefore I AmMay 13, 2000
S03E20Honey, Growing Up Is Hard to DoMay 6, 2000
S03E19Honey, Like Father, Like SonApr 29, 2000
S03E18Honey, I'm SpookedFeb 26, 2000
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

Honey, I Shrunk the Kids premiere?

Honey, I Shrunk the Kids premiered on September 27, 1997.

Who played the role of Wayne Szalinski in the TV show?

Peter Scolari played the role of Wayne Szalinski in the TV show.

What was the name of Wayne's wife in the TV show?

Wayne's wife was named Diane Szalinski.

What was the name of the Szalinski children in the TV show?

The children's names were Amy, Nick, and Adam Szalinski.

What was the occupation of Wayne in the TV show?

Wayne was an inventor in the TV show.

Was the TV show based on the movie of the same name?

Yes, the TV show was based on the movie of the same name.

How many episodes were there in the first season of the TV show?

There were a total of 22 episodes in the first season of the TV show.

Did the TV show feature any crossover episodes with other TV shows?

Yes, the TV show featured crossover episodes with the TV shows Big Bad Beetleborgs and Sabrina, the Teenage Witch.

Who composed the theme song for the TV show?

The theme song for the TV show was composed by John Debney.

Was the TV show popular among kids?

Yes, the TV show was popular among kids.

What was the basic premise of the TV show?

The basic premise of the TV show was the Szalinski family going on various adventures while dealing with the consequences of Wayne's shrinking technology.

Did the TV show feature any notable guest stars?

Yes, the TV show featured notable guest stars such as Ed Begley Jr., Richard Moll, and Donny Osmond.

Was the TV show critically acclaimed?

The TV show received mixed reviews from critics.

Was the TV show released on DVD or Blu-ray?

Yes, the TV show was released on DVD, but not on Blu-ray.

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