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American Dragon: Jake Long Season 1 Episode 16

Hong Kong Nights

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AIRED: 9/8/05

Once again, Jake misbehaves in Professor Rotwoods class and as punishment the principal gives Jake an essay on his role model, Trixie gets prepared for questions thinking Jake will write the paper about her, but Spud suggests Grandpa but Jake thinks Grandpa is "ancient" but when Jake discovers that his seemingly ancient, out-of-touch Grandpa was once a stylin' super-agent in Hong Kong and now that Grandpa has been captured by the Dark Dragon, it's up to proud grandson Jake to save him.moreless

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This was the very first American Dragon: Jake Long episode I have ever seen in my life. Saw it when I was 10 years old, in 2005. EXCELLENT!!!

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By Huntsgirl_08, Jan 22, 2008

So, this was the very first episode I had ever seen in my life. At the end I thought it was so cool, which made me know that American Dragon was one of the best Disney Channel shows in history. It was very unique to those other animated series: more action and excitement, and more humour! I found out that the humour in this TV show was more grown up and funnier than other shows. I also found out that Jake had a family ^_^

In this episode, we find out more about Grandpa's past; that he was alot like his grandson, Jake Long. Fu Dog tells the story through Lao Shi's secret magical journal. Later they have to ge rescue him from the evil Dark Dragon.

I will love this episode and cartoon for life!!moreless
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Jake has a new found respect for his grandfather after learning about his past.

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By trm6, Feb 25, 2007

This is another one of my favorite episodes. As I said before, I really like the Dark Dragon and I'm really glad he is in another episode. I liked the scene where Jake accidentally knocked Professor Rotwood down the flight of stairs. I also liked the scene where Jake talks about seeing that tunnel before because he would use it to get out of Rotwood's class, but then he stops himself when he sees everyone staring at him funny. I was amazed when Jake thought about forming an army of magical creatures to help him defeat the Dark Dragon. I was surprised he didn't try to fight him off by himself.moreless
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jake learns about grandpa

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By CancerTheCrab, Aug 15, 2006

this was not one of my favorite episodes while i was amused to see what grandpa used to be like when he was younger, i just didnt really care all that much. the parts with the dark dragon were nice and i really like the oricle sisters and i thought they made this episode a lot more ineresting.
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Another great episode

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By Toons4Life, Jul 08, 2006

This episiode is great because it is both funny and plenty of action. I liked seeing gramps as a disco guy, and "the Lao Shi Lift" was cool too. What made this episode all so great is that Jake faces the dark dragon, and many think he will not come back. There is an episode (on Jeffnet) that says he will be back to capture gramps. I liked the action in this episode. I also liked how Trixie and Spud had the magic green stuff, and what Trixie said about it. This was a great episode, so I would give it a 9.moreless
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The greatest episode of the season

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By Airbender_100, Jun 30, 2006

Hong Kong Night is one of the best American Dragon episodes ever.I'm writing this review because I'm watching it right now so I'm in the mood u Know?LOL.This episode has everything brtreyer and fight sences that you're know seen in any other American Dragon epidoe. Even thouht Jake is still young he still has more than enough power to defeat the Drak Dragon with a little help from his friends and an army of his on as well. Well there isn't more I can say except besides If you didn't see this episode you need to right now saying watch it airbender_100.moreless
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Cast & Crew: STARS

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Dante Basco	Voice of Jake Long
Paul Rugg	Professor Rotwood
Miss Kittie	Trixie
Keone Young	Grandpa
Charlie Finn	Spud

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Clancy Brown	Dark Dragon	Guest Star
Edie McClurg	Tooth Fairy	Guest Star
John DiMaggio	Fu Dog	Recurring Role
Tara Strong	Oracle Twins	Recurring Role
Susan Blakeslee	Principal Derceto	Recurring Role

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TRIVIA (5)
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- In the first draft of this episode, Chang was supposed to be revealed as Jake's grandmother.
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- While Fu dog is telling his story Spuds hair style is constantly changing.
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- If the Dark Dragon's plan is to destroy all humans, why is he the #1 threat to the magical community? (Reply: Like most villains, it's most likely that the Dark Dragon is the #1 threat to the magical community, because he's not afraid to destroy any magical creature that gets in his way.
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- At the beginning when Jake puts his helmet on, and his hair goes sideways instead of forward.
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- When Lao shi, Chang, and Fu are at Chang's place, Fu isn't wearing clothes, but when they go back to the disco he is.
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QUOTES (8)
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- After Chang is caught
  Sarah: You are going to prison.
  Kara: Where you will meet lots of nice ladies with common interests and generic haircuts.
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- Spud: (About Gramps) I dig his Yin and his Yang. His Yin: He's wise and magical. His Yang: He uses a booster seat when he eats at restaurants.
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- Young Gramps: Yo, thief, are you ready to get groove-a-delic?
  Young Fu: The name's Fu Dog, and it's your groove that's about to get deliced! (pause)That sounded so much better in my head.
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- (Jake is moon-walking backwards when he knocks Rotwood down some stairs)
  Rotwood: Jake Long, to the principal's office!
  
  Jake: Aw Man!
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- Jake: I know that tunnel. It's right under my school. I use it all the time to sneak out of Rotwood's-
  (Jake spots Grandpa, Fu Dog, and Chang staring at him)
  Jake: ...Are you doing something new with your hair?
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- Jake: Gramps?
  Trixie: Gramps gramps?
  Spud: Gramps gramps gramps? No wait, gramps infinity! I win!
  (Jake and Trixie glare at Spud)
  Spud: Sorry, I thought we were playing a game here.
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- Jake: (Singing) My grades, they be slippin'. But Rotwood, he be trippin'.
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- Dark Dragon: My loyal servant. I have been watching the American Dragon grow more powerful by the day, just like his master before him. (smiles sinisterly) The time to strike is upon us. Tonight, they will both be ours.
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- The Dark Dragon's face has become longer, similar to Jake's.
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- Counciler Chang was arrested for aiding the Dark Dragon.
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- Councilor Chang offers Jake to join the Dark Dragon, which could lead to future events.
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- This episode was aired out of order. It was originally the last episode of the season.
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- Dark Dragon's main plan was to assemble an army of evil magic creatures to destroy all humans and rule the Earth.
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- Chang had joined the Dark Dragon before Gramps had met her.
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- It is revealed the Dark Dragon has spied on Jake since 'Dragon Summit'.
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- Aired as part of Disney Channel's Grandparent's Day Celebration. Aired at a special time of 12:00 ET.
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- Aired in Febuary 2005 in the UK.
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- We find out how Fu and Grandpa meet.
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- The second appearance of the Dark Dragon.
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- Title: The Matrix
  The part where Fu Dog was in a battle against the Chinese Dragon, he transforms, and has a black leather jacket and black sunglasses. In addition, he runs up and around the walls. This all alludes to the movie The Matrix starring Keanu Reeves.
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- Movie Title Allusion: Shanghai Knights
  The title could also be an allusion to this Jackie Chan movie.
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- Title: Arabian Nights
  The title is the parody of the title of Aladdin's theme song, "Arabian Nights."
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