Monster Under the Bed
A boy with an overactive imagination battles his fears of a 'monster' in his neighborhood, while his exasperated mother tries to maintain sanity and normalcy amidst his wild antics.
Genre
Comedy / Family
Logline
A boy with an overactive imagination battles his fears of a ‘monster’ in his neighborhood, while his exasperated mother tries to maintain sanity and normalcy amidst his wild antics.
Synopsis
In ‘Monster Under the Bed’, we follow 10-year-old Max, a boy whose vivid imagination turns mundane events into epic tales of horror. When his mother, Sarah, hires a babysitter who Max believes is a monster, hilarity ensues as he goes to great lengths to protect himself. Each episode features Max’s wild escapades and misunderstandings, all while Sarah juggles her job and her son’s outlandish fears. With a mix of real-life challenges and imaginative escapades, the show explores the dynamics of parent-child relationships and the hilarity of childhood fears.
Examples of Content
Max uses binoculars to spy on the babysitter, interpreting her actions in the worst possible light.; Max tries to create elaborate traps to catch the ‘monster’ lurking in his house.; Sarah’s attempts to ground Max in reality lead to comedic misunderstandings, such as mistaken identities and wild accusations.; Max enlists his friends to help him investigate the babysitter, leading to a string of comedic mishaps.; The show culminates in humorous ‘monster confrontations’ where Max’s imagination runs wild, only to reveal mundane truths.
Rationale
The premise taps into universal childhood fears and the humorous lens through which kids view the world. It resonates with parents who have dealt with similar situations, while also appealing to children through relatable characters and lighthearted comedy. The format allows for episodic storytelling, with each episode building on Max’s imaginative fears and his mother’s efforts to bring him back to reality.
Alternative Titles
Imaginary Monsters; Max’s Monster Chronicles; Fear Factor: Kid Edition
Alternative Loglines
A young boy’s imagination transforms his life into a series of comedic adventures as he battles everyday fears.; As a boy’s vivid dreams come to life, he must navigate through the world of monsters with the help of his frustrated mother.; A whimsical exploration of childhood fears and the lengths kids will go to protect themselves from imaginary threats.
Trend Date
2024-09-16
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