I like that the show played with Kuzco's movie personality just enough to keep him likeable for several episodes without losing what was undeniably 'Kuzco' about him.
Yea i feel like because he no longer has money or power here the show brings out his chiller, goofier, and kinda pathetic side that makes him more likeable in a way. Like I feel the movie kuzco and this kuzco r the same but it's a different vibe. Like you can actually tell he's a teenage boy in the show
likewise there's a theory that Kuzco still plays up his jerk persona a tad. Just because he's nice now he's still the emperor, he can't let people walk all over him
Lol you make it like that means he lost or something! I wouldn't be bullying the guy that's going to graduate and reclaim his throne. @@tiahnarodriguez3809
Kuzco can be selfobsorb all he wants but he does genuinely love and care for Malina and wants only her and wants her to be his empress so shows he'll be loyal to only one woman
I like the times when her and Kuzco, especially Kuzco, break the 4th wall pinning on what's happenin' in the focus of scenes, and what their opinions of others are. If there are bits of Kuzco making fun of Yzma, then that would be hilarious 😁 It's been a long time since I've watched this show and the movie that came with it. I just want to watch it one last time to see what I remembered of it.
When you think about it, I think this explains why he never chose a bride when he actually became emperor. After Malina went wherever she went off to after the series ended, what other girl could compare?
The TV show takes place after the first movie. All of the characters make references to the movie many times. Plus in the TV show Kuzco is living with Pacha & his family.
They never planned on continuing it after Yzma’s voice actress died. They weren’t replacing her, and a new story set in Kuzco’s world with no Yzma just wouldn’t have been the same.
I almost forgot about them. They really are criminally underrated. So much attention on Disney Princesses not enough for princes like Kuzco. And Malina is the princess to the rescue to keep him in check.
Nah. They in deep with each other. Malina likes the more compassionate side of Kuzco of why she keeps his distance Everytime he acts like the world revolves around him.
Fr. Kuzco was written to be a gay man in a time when Disney wouldn’t let gay people in their movies and then they gave him a girlfriend in this crappy TV show? Ew.
@@josephmartin9737 He had absolutely no interest in women (which, tbf, could mean he’s aroace and not gay). Very much enjoyed being in drag and playing the part of a woman and pretending to be Pacha’s wife. He was flamboyant and talked and had mannerisms more commonly seen in gay and queer men. You can call these stereotypes, which they are, but back then stereotypes were often used as a way to put queer characters into movies and shows without getting into trouble with homophobic networks and audiences. Disney had almost no hand in the making of The Emperor’s New Groove. They hadn’t even officially read the script until after the film was in theaters because they just didn’t care about this movie. So when they movie suddenly did well and they decided to make a show years later where they actually had a hand in it, but none of the original writers, they gave Kuzco a girlfriend? Gross. Just the same old story of the Big Mouse trying to bury queer characters. Gay characters being openly queer in Disney is only a more recent thing now it’s more socially acceptable and profitable to be pro-LGBTQ.
@@percyross7612 A lack of interest was him being stuck up and having unknown impossible standards for people at the start (he says “is this really the best you can find” and insults their looks, specifically making comments that imply he’s just thinks he deserves perfection, in line with the rest of his beginning ego), and him dressing up and being flamboyant and having bad mannerisms were also generally tied to his ego. He stayed flamboyant in the same way he kept some jokey egotistical mannerisms, but at that point to say someone being confident and loud when they rule their known world makes them queer coded is a stretch. I just dont see the connection, and the idea that them giving him a girlfriend in the tv show to “bury” gay characters seems like even more of a stretch. While I don’t disagree with Disney being super against making outwardly gay characters, the writers making a girlfriend for the main character to add an extra element to the tv show seems more likely than it being a kind of master plan to get rid of the notion he was gay when nothing directly implied that in the first place.
I like that the show played with Kuzco's movie personality just enough to keep him likeable for several episodes without losing what was undeniably 'Kuzco' about him.
Yea i feel like because he no longer has money or power here the show brings out his chiller, goofier, and kinda pathetic side that makes him more likeable in a way. Like I feel the movie kuzco and this kuzco r the same but it's a different vibe. Like you can actually tell he's a teenage boy in the show
likewise there's a theory that Kuzco still plays up his jerk persona a tad. Just because he's nice now he's still the emperor, he can't let people walk all over him
@@Padfoot-ji9qb People still walked over him in high school 💀.
Lol you make it like that means he lost or something! I wouldn't be bullying the guy that's going to graduate and reclaim his throne. @@tiahnarodriguez3809
I gave u 1k ❤
Just a reminder that kuzco was rejecting alot of women at the start of the movie, so his feelings here are actually quite genuine.
The heartbreakers started with a heart broken.
The most wholesome and healthier ship in Disney.
I mean he was lucky,a hottie that is kind and loves you not matter what.
Season 2 definitely made him better.
annd that she has enough patience with him xD
@@fynchan11 definitely 🤣🤣
@@briansilva3344 i need to rewatch the show.
Rapunzel & Eugene
For crying out loud, I need them to be married
If Disney decided to give them a reboot or reset
...is kuzco not gay?
@@goawayplease6456ofcourse not this was made in more normal times
@@goawayplease6456he spent the whole show after her lol
@@goawayplease6456why did you think he was gay?
Knowing her, shed be an amazing empress, i would like to someday see a spinoff or something seeing her rule over with him
Kuzco can be selfobsorb all he wants but he does genuinely love and care for Malina and wants only her and wants her to be his empress so shows he'll be loyal to only one woman
fr he be turning down women left and right for the one and only one 🥹
I had a huge crush on Malina when I was a kid. Jessica DiCicco's voice fits the character very well.
Indeed
U know this movie was supposed 2 be kingdom of the sun right
After the Bachelor Auction Episode, I knew they were made for eachother.
I like the times when her and Kuzco, especially Kuzco, break the 4th wall pinning on what's happenin' in the focus of scenes, and what their opinions of others are. If there are bits of Kuzco making fun of Yzma, then that would be hilarious 😁 It's been a long time since I've watched this show and the movie that came with it. I just want to watch it one last time to see what I remembered of it.
Thank you for making this video! I only just realized how cute these too really are. And they are definitely underrated.
Love this show! That one computer game based on the show was so fun to play
I hope that Kuzco & Malina will get married soon in a future
Kuzco & Malina Make A Cute ❤ Couple 👫👩❤️👨👩❤️💋👨
When you think about it, I think this explains why he never chose a bride when he actually became emperor. After Malina went wherever she went off to after the series ended, what other girl could compare?
The TV show takes place after the first movie. All of the characters make references to the movie many times. Plus in the TV show Kuzco is living with Pacha & his family.
They could’ve ended the series with a third movie and them getting married and her being Empress
Never too late, apparently
@@unityedits3722but not on this Disney atmosphere , better let it rest in peace till Disney rediscover commonsense and creativity.
Someone with animatic skills should do it.
@@kelechiojobor6236they can make it a short film on Disney+
They never planned on continuing it after Yzma’s voice actress died.
They weren’t replacing her, and a new story set in Kuzco’s world with no Yzma just wouldn’t have been the same.
I almost forgot about them. They really are criminally underrated. So much attention on Disney Princesses not enough for princes like Kuzco. And Malina is the princess to the rescue to keep him in check.
Nah, 02:43 *THAT* was the scene which made me realize that Malina was a Keeper.
"Shame. It got caught in that little round trap." 😂😂😂 someone clearly never golfed before
Did Melina ever become Kuzco's queen? Cause she would be the perfect queen for the empire.
1:38 Good thing he kept that thought to himself.
00:22 they're both standing higher on the ground, but then at 00:36 they moved lower for some reason? Animation error I suppose lol
2:07 hey, Disney, what was that? 😭
it's ..uhh... The fabric thing from his tunic... 😭💀💀
@@pixiestickz333THE WAY I DIDN'T EVEN NOTICE THE ACCOMPANYING VISUAL 😭😭
Kuzco and Malina are completely underrated.
🥹🥹🥲 I’m crying. This beautiful
I was wondering why Melina sounded familiar. She voices Lynn Loud (and apparently Lucy Loud too) in The Loud House show!
2:34 Say WHAT?!
This is so sweet 😊
They're so cute ❤
All I can here is Lynn Jr.
I was trying SO HARD to remember why I knew her voice!! Thank you!!
@@rheapunzel3 your welcome
She has Lynn's competitive drive, she just wanted to be a cheerleader instead of entering every sport ever.
Also, her VA is Jessica DiCicco.
@@Montesama314 one of the Loud House episodes from Season 6 was about Lynn being a Cheerleader
She is beautiful and awwwww
She should become his empress ❤😊
I like the part where Melina accidentally admitted that she does like Kuzco and then got embarrassed afterward.😂
I don't know this show much but ı feel in love with these two at the first sight. My otp
I buy them as a couple kuzco i can relate to one of my favorite Disney characters introduced my generation to frouth wall breaking 😊😊❤
Definitely one of my top 3 favorite Disney ships next to lumity and Kim and Ron
@2:45 did she go sailing and get stranded in the Americas?
MALINA WAS THAT GIRL
Has David spade ever met Jessica dicicco
Awesome episodio dcr ❤😂🎉
1:48 Kuzco and Malina Kiss
The fact that Malina shares the same VA as Lynn Loud is WILD to me!
Malina Likes Kuzco As A Friend
yeah? Then watch last episode because you don't have any idea what you're talking about
Nah. They in deep with each other. Malina likes the more compassionate side of Kuzco of why she keeps his distance Everytime he acts like the world revolves around him.
So she does like him?
Kusco show ❤😂🎉
Does it snow in Peru?
Depends on region
Where was she in the movie
This takes place after the movie :)
Nah it's a prequel series but her character didn't exist in the movie
David Spade was the better voice actor for kuzco
I wonder why David spade didn’t reprise luzco and the role went 2 Jo mino instead
Do they end up together?
Did Malina really suggest that the guy who made it no secret that he was attracted to her wasn't honest about his feelings?
Yo los shippeaba tanto que me estresaba
Smoking❤😂🎉dcr
Kusco and girlfriend dcr❤😂🎉
They are pretty cute why does melina kinda look a little like a female kuzcoo tho 💀
As much as I liked Malina's character, I was always under the impression that Kusco was never into women.
You trying to convince us that Kuzco is straight? Nice try!
Kuzco And Malina Are Not Boyfriend And Girlfriend
I’m confused by this comment
Fr. Kuzco was written to be a gay man in a time when Disney wouldn’t let gay people in their movies and then they gave him a girlfriend in this crappy TV show?
Ew.
@@percyross7612 In what way was he written to be gay?
@@josephmartin9737
He had absolutely no interest in women (which, tbf, could mean he’s aroace and not gay). Very much enjoyed being in drag and playing the part of a woman and pretending to be Pacha’s wife. He was flamboyant and talked and had mannerisms more commonly seen in gay and queer men.
You can call these stereotypes, which they are, but back then stereotypes were often used as a way to put queer characters into movies and shows without getting into trouble with homophobic networks and audiences.
Disney had almost no hand in the making of The Emperor’s New Groove. They hadn’t even officially read the script until after the film was in theaters because they just didn’t care about this movie.
So when they movie suddenly did well and they decided to make a show years later where they actually had a hand in it, but none of the original writers, they gave Kuzco a girlfriend? Gross.
Just the same old story of the Big Mouse trying to bury queer characters.
Gay characters being openly queer in Disney is only a more recent thing now it’s more socially acceptable and profitable to be pro-LGBTQ.
@@percyross7612 A lack of interest was him being stuck up and having unknown impossible standards for people at the start (he says “is this really the best you can find” and insults their looks, specifically making comments that imply he’s just thinks he deserves perfection, in line with the rest of his beginning ego), and him dressing up and being flamboyant and having bad mannerisms were also generally tied to his ego. He stayed flamboyant in the same way he kept some jokey egotistical mannerisms, but at that point to say someone being confident and loud when they rule their known world makes them queer coded is a stretch. I just dont see the connection, and the idea that them giving him a girlfriend in the tv show to “bury” gay characters seems like even more of a stretch.
While I don’t disagree with Disney being super against making outwardly gay characters, the writers making a girlfriend for the main character to add an extra element to the tv show seems more likely than it being a kind of master plan to get rid of the notion he was gay when nothing directly implied that in the first place.
Malina Hates Kuzco
W hating