User Reviews

I like how Candace misheard the speech of NOT giving up, and took time off to relax and let her brothers go.

Have always liked Candace as a character, some may find her annoying and/or her behaviour repetitive. But to me she is often very funny, has had a lot of relatable situations and 'Phineas and Ferb' has shown more than once that there is more to Candace than the snitching older sister stereotype. It also has shown more than once before and since that she does care for her brothers when we see a different side to her and their relationship.

"Run Candace Run" and "Last Train to Bustville" are equally great for equal reasons, although neither are among the best 'Phineas and Ferb' episodes in my view. There is very little wrong with either of them and Candace is written very well indeed in both, just that other episodes are a little more consistent quality wise. Due to one subplot in one of the episodes "Run Candace Run" not being as good or as inspired as the rest of the episode.

The animation is full of vibrant rich colour and the background detail is fluid and never rushed-looking. Where it is most striking is the comic character animation of Perry and especially Doofenschmirtz in both episodes, some of the latter's expressions are priceless. The music never felt at odds with the action and has a nice hip character, the theme song is so catchy and quotable still. Some theme songs/tunes in television can grate, others never get old. 'Phineas and Ferb' for me is in the latter category and the lyrics are funnier and easier to relate to than when first getting into the show when it first started to air. Loved the "Run Candace Run" song.

Writing is full of wit and intelligence in both episodes, equally so and not one being better in this regard than the other. The story aspect in both episodes is more than solid too and there isn't a dull moment either, without it being manic. The character writing and voice acting are very good. Interesting to hear Tina Fey.

Comparing the two, "Run Candace Run" had the more imaginative main plot, which was a lot of fun and clever, and manages to do so without being over-stuffed. Meanwhile "Last Train to Bustville" had the much more inspired and funnier Doofenschmirtz subplot (the weak link of "Run Candace Run") and was much more him. Doofenschmirtz is a riot in this subplot, especially when the plan has consequences. Candace is written very well in both episodes, but especially in "Last Train to Bustville", where her goal is different and again showing a different side to her.

Overall, great. 9/10.

This episode was very amazing, and Candace's song was nice, but she never gave up on busting tho. My favorite part is hearing Jessie/Abby (Joan Cusack) as Glenda the train conductor!

The way Candace "Gives Up" after mishearing about a speech to NOT give up, seems to be in a good way. Why can't she just leave her brothers alone when they're trying to make the best summer ever?!