Secret Squirrel is a fictional character from an animated television series that first appeared in the 1960s. Created by Hanna-Barbera, Secret Squirrel was a spoof of the spy genre that was very popular during that time, due to the influence of James Bond movies and other spy-related media.
- Debut: Secret Squirrel debuted as part of The Atom Ant/Secret Squirrel Show in 1965, which featured a shared half-hour of animated shorts.
- Character: Secret Squirrel, also known as “Agent 000,” is a secret agent who works for the “Super Secret Squirrel Service.” He wears a trench coat, a purple hat, and always carries a variety of high-tech gadgets to assist him in his missions.
- Sidekick: Secret Squirrel’s sidekick is Morocco Mole, a mole wearing a fez, who helps him in his espionage adventures.
- Tone: The show is a comedy with a lighthearted, slapstick approach to the spy genre. It featured numerous gags and puns, particularly about the absurdity of secret agent life.
- Villains: Secret Squirrel often faces a variety of eccentric villains, much like James Bond, but with more comedic and exaggerated characters.
Revival:
Secret Squirrel was later revived in the 1990s as part of 2 Stupid Dogs, where he had new episodes called Super Secret Secret Squirrel. This version modernized the character somewhat but kept the core elements of humor and spy parody intact.
The series is fondly remembered for its clever mix of satire and children’s animation, capturing the spirit of the spy craze in a way that appealed to younger audiences.
