Disney's Adventures of the Gummi Bears: Season 1
Season 1 of Disney’s Adventures of the Gummi Bears, which premiered in 1985, establishes a fantasy setting in which the legendary Gummi Bears—creatures long regarded as myth by humans—are rediscovered by a young boy named Cavin. The narrative follows the bears as they emerge from their hidden refuge, Gummi Glen, to defend their home against external threats. Central to the season’s plot is the Great Book of Gummi, a
Season overview
Season 1 of Disney’s Adventures of the Gummi Bears, which premiered in 1985, establishes a fantasy setting in which the legendary Gummi Bears—creatures long regarded as myth by humans—are rediscovered by a young boy named Cavin. The narrative follows the bears as they emerge from their hidden refuge, Gummi Glen, to defend their home against external threats. Central to the season’s plot is the Great Book of Gummi, a tome that guides the bears in reclaiming their forgotten heritage and learning the secrets of their ancient culture. Throughout the episodes, the characters embark on high‑adventure quests that blend action with family‑friendly humor, reflecting the series’ classification as an animated, TV‑Y7 program aimed at children. The show’s tone emphasizes teamwork, bravery, and the exploration of a mystical land populated by “the world’s sweetest heroes.” By focusing on Cavin’s partnership with the bears and their collective effort to protect Gummi Glen, the first season sets the foundation for the series’ ongoing themes of friendship, discovery, and the preservation of a magical legacy.
Episodes
A New Beginning
Sep 14, 1985 · 22 min
Calvin meets the Gummi Bears and asks if they will help stop Duke Igthorn from destroying Castle Dunwyn.
The Sinister Sculptor
Sep 21, 1985 · 11 min
A sculptor changes all the Gummies except for Gruffi and Grammi into statues with magic dust. Meanwhile, Gruffi and Grammi are frequently fighting and don't want to work together.
Zummi Makes It Hot
Sep 21, 1985 · 21 min
The Gummis are nearly out of Gummiberry juice so Grammi needs to make more, but the spigot is stuck so Zummi, Grammi, Cubbi, and Cavin go to the pumping station to fix the problem.
Someday My Prints Will Come
Sep 28, 1985 · 11 min
While exploring an ancient storeroom of the Great Gummis, Tummi discovers a mechanical decoy used to make dragon footprints, but accidentally starts the ignition on the machine and
Can I Keep Him?
Sep 28, 1985 · 11 min
Zummi gives Cubbi a whistle from his old treasure chest while Sunni is having trouble babysitting Cubbi. The whistle attracts a brine dragon, which takes Sunni and Cubbi on an unex
A Gummi in a Gilded Cage
Oct 5, 1985 · 22 min
Sunni is kidnapped by a flock of ugly bird-like creatures known as Carpies, whose king wants her for a song bird. The Gummis (Gruffi, Zummi, and Cubbi) must use their new flying ma
The Oracle
Oct 12, 1985 · 11 min
While trying to sneak out of his new diet, Tummi finds a stone ogre oracle and uses it to trick Duke Igthorn and the ogres with it.
When You Wish Upon a Stone
Oct 12, 1985 · 11 min
Cavin is having problems with knight training. Cubbi suggests an underground wishing stone could be a big help, but they soon learn the stone is guarded by a mean giant. Cavin and
A Gummi by Any Other Name
Oct 26, 1985 · 22 min
Zummi makes a magic hat for Sunni, which can change her appearance to anyone she wants by speaking that person's name, and Sunni turns herself into Princess Calla to enjoy the comf
Loopy, Go Home
Nov 2, 1985 · 11 min
Despite Gruffi's objections, Cubbi finds a wolf cub and raises it.
A-Hunting We Will Go
Nov 2, 1985 · 11 min
With a vicious wild boar on the loose in Dunwyn Forest, Calla, Sunni and Grammi must warn King Gregor, Sir Tuxford and Cavin.
The Fence Sitter
Nov 9, 1985 · 11 min
A bird threatens the Gummiberry bushes and nobody will listen to Cubbi's ideas to get rid of it.
Night of the Gargoyle
Nov 9, 1985 · 11 min
Duke Igthorn sends a cursed gargoyle to King Gregor. The gargoyle comes alive at night and starts trying to destroy things – including the king himself.
The Secret of the Juice
Nov 23, 1985 · 22 min
Grammi believes it is time to teach another Gummi Bear how to make Gummiberry juice. Sunni is chosen as the most eligible candidate, but is more into fashion and spending time with
Sweet and Sour Gruffi
Nov 30, 1985 · 11 min
The Gummies try to sweeten Gruffi's sour disposition by magic, but the conditions of the spell they use turn this affair into a two-edged sword.
Duel of the Wizards
Nov 30, 1985 · 11 min
The pompous wizard Don Gordo will not accept Zummi's help in finding his missing magic key, so a battle of magic ensues.
What You See is Me
Dec 7, 1985 · 11 min
Tummi learns through his new friend, the blind shepherd Trina, that handicapped people are not helpless.
Toadie’s Wild Ride
Dec 7, 1985 · 11 min
Duke Igthorn catapults Toadie into the forest, where he accidentally makes his way into Gummi Glen and begins snooping around. When Tummi, who has been caught eating the other bear
Bubble Trouble
Dec 14, 1985 · 11 min
Sunni finds a baby cliff dragon with a hiccup, and a swig of Gummiberry juice only aggravates the problem.
Gummi in a Strange Land
Dec 14, 1985 · 11 min
A Slumber Sprite puts Gruffi to sleep, requiring Grammi and Cubbi to trek across hostile terrain to find the sprite and keep Gruffi from suffering nasty accidents.
Light Makes Right
Dec 21, 1985 · 22 min
The Gummies find a Gummiscope, a gigantic machine that harnesses sunlight as a means of long-range communication, that could allow them to make contact with the Great Gummis across