Arthur: Parents Are from Pluto (2004)

TV. Three episodes centered on parental angst lead Arthur and the other children to appreciate their parents for who they are: Kids Are From Earth, Parents Are From Pluto (Arthur and his classmates experience embarrassment over the impressions their parents will make at their school's annual Parents' Open House), My Dad, The Garbage Man (Francine is embarrassed to have her classmates take a field trip to learn about her father's work as a sanitary engineer -- but his enthusiasm teaches them it's cool to be green), and Mom and Dad Have a Great Big Fight (Arthur and D.W. stress out over the potential scenarios of family breakup after their parents argue over spilled milk). The third episode is more creative (and cathartic) than usual, and you never grow tired of Ziggy Marley's theme song! 4 stars.