Jem 1985
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What is Jem?
The television series Jem is based on the concept of a group of individuals coming together to form a pop-music group. The series revolves around the main character Jerrica Benton, who utilizes a unique inheritance from her father.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 75
- Runtime
- 7 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 6, 1985
- Last aired
- May 2, 1988
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Syndication
- Genres
- Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Kids
- Updated
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The television series Jem is based on the concept of a group of individuals coming together to form a pop-music group. The series revolves around the main character Jerrica Benton, who utilizes a unique inheritance from her father. This inheritance is a holographic computer that plays a crucial role in the transformation of Jerrica and her friends. The computer enables Jerrica to turn herself and her companions into a musical group known as Jem and the Holograms. The series explores the idea of using technology to create a new identity and persona. Jerrica Benton is the central figure in this transformation, using the holographic computer to create the pop-music group. The group Jem and the Holograms is the result of this transformation, with Jerrica and her friends taking on new roles as musicians. The series is centered around this concept of transformation and music.
Should you watch it?
“A young woman uses a holographic computer to transform into a pop star.”
- features unique holographic transformations
- follows a musical pop-group dynamic
- relies on a single magical premise
Watch it if you enjoy animated stories about secret identities and music groups.
The tone is whimsical and suited for general audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 15 episodes
- E1 The Beginning Oct 6, 1985
- E2 The Challenge Oct 13, 1985
- E3 Fire! Oct 20, 1985
- E4 Nowhere To Go Oct 27, 1985
- E5 The Mansion Nov 3, 1985
- E6 The Yacht Nov 10, 1985
- E7 The Video Clip Nov 17, 1985
- E8 Defections Nov 24, 1985
- E9 Zapped Dec 1, 1985
- E10 The Sparks Fly Dec 8, 1985
- E11 The Robbery Dec 15, 1985
- E12 The Detective Dec 22, 1985
- E13 Synergy Dec 29, 1985
- E14 Prisoners Jan 5, 1986
- E15 The Big Contest Jan 12, 1986
Season 2 · 21 episodes
- E1 Starbright (1): Falling Star Jul 5, 1986
- E2 Starbright (2): Colliding Stars Jul 12, 1986
- E3 Starbright (3): Rising Star Jul 19, 1986
- E4 The World Hunger Shindig Jul 26, 1986
- E5 Adventure in China Aug 23, 1986
- E6 Last Resorts Aug 30, 1986
- E7 In Stitches Sep 6, 1986
- E8 The Music Awards (1) Sep 13, 1986
- E9 The Music Awards (2) Sep 20, 1986
- E10 The Rock Fashion Book Sep 27, 1986
- E11 Broadway Magic Oct 4, 1986
- E12 In Search of the Stolen Album Oct 11, 1986
- E13 Hot Time in Hawaii Oct 18, 1986
- E14 The Princess and the Singer Nov 1, 1986
- E15 Island of Deception Nov 8, 1986
- E16 Old Meets New Nov 15, 1986
- E17 Intrigue at the Indy 500 Feb 1, 1987
- E18 The Jem Jam (1) Feb 8, 1987
- E19 The Jem Jam (2) Feb 15, 1987
- E20 Culture Clash Feb 22, 1987
- E21 Glitter and Gold Mar 15, 1987
Season 3 · 39 episodes
- E1 The Talent Search (1) Sep 21, 1987
- E2 The Talent Search (2) Sep 22, 1987
- E3 Scandal Sep 23, 1987
- E4 One Jem Too Many Sep 24, 1987
- E5 The Bands Break Up Sep 28, 1987
- E6 The Fan Sep 29, 1987
- E7 Fathers' Day Oct 1, 1987
- E8 Treasure Hunt Oct 5, 1987
- E9 Aztec Enchantment Oct 7, 1987
- E10 Music Is Magic Oct 14, 1987
- E11 The Jazz Player Oct 15, 1987
- E12 Danse Time Oct 19, 1987
- E13 Roxy Rumbles Oct 20, 1987
- E14 Alone Again Oct 23, 1987
- E15 KJEM Oct 29, 1987
- E16 Trick or Techrat Oct 30, 1987
- E17 The Presidential Dilemma Nov 2, 1987
- E18 Rock 'n' Roll Express Nov 3, 1987
- E19 Mardi Gras Nov 4, 1987
- E20 The Middle of Nowhere Nov 5, 1987
- E21 Renaissance Woman Nov 16, 1987
- E22 Journey to Shangri-La Nov 24, 1987
- E23 Journey Through Time Jan 6, 1988
- E24 Britrock Jan 7, 1988
- E25 Out of the Past Jan 8, 1988
- E26 Hollywood Jem (1): For Your Consideration Jan 11, 1988
- E27 Hollywood Jem (2): and the Winner Is... Jan 12, 1988
- E28 The Stingers Hit Town (1) Feb 2, 1988
- E29 The Stingers Hit Town (2) Feb 3, 1988
- E30 Video Wars Feb 4, 1988
- E31 Beauty and the Rock Promoter Feb 5, 1988
- E32 Homeland, Heartland Feb 8, 1988
- E33 Midsummer Night's Madness Feb 9, 1988
- E34 The Day the Music Died Feb 11, 1988
- E35 That Old Houdini Magic Feb 15, 1988
- E36 Straight from the Heart Feb 15, 1988
- E37 A Change of Heart Feb 18, 1988
- E38 Riot's Hope Feb 22, 1988
- E39 A Father Should Be... May 2, 1988
Frequently asked questions
Who is the main character?
Jerrica Benton is the main character who inherits a holographic computer.
How does Jerrica become Jem?
She uses a holographic computer left by her father to transform herself and her friends.
Who are Jem and the Holograms?
They are a pop-music group formed by Jerrica and her pals.
What technology is central to the show?
A holographic computer is central to the story and the transformations.
What is the group's genre?
The group performs pop music.