Larry-Boy And the Fib from Outer Space

| 1997

Directed by: Chris Olsen, Phil Vischer

Main Plot

In "Larry-Boy and the Fib from Outer Space," a VeggieTales animated film, Junior Asparagus accidentally breaks his father's prized bowling plate and tells a small lie to cover it up. This lie quickly spirals out of control when it manifests as a small, blue alien named Fib, who grows larger and more menacing with each falsehood. As Fib's influence spreads, Junior finds himself trapped in a web of deceit, endangering himself and the entire town of Bumblyburg. Larry-Boy, the town's superhero, must step in to save the day. Through teamwork and honesty, Junior learns the importance of telling the truth, ultimately defeating Fib and restoring peace to Bumblyburg.

Characters

  • Mike Nawrocki voices Larry-Boy, a superhero cucumber who saves Bumblyburg from a growing fib, teaching Junior Asparagus the importance of honesty.
  • Tim Gregory is a minor character who spreads a small lie, which escalates into a larger problem, highlighting the central theme of honesty in the story.
  • Phil Vischer voices Bob the Tomato, who helps Larry-Boy uncover the truth and teaches Junior Asparagus about honesty after a small lie spirals out of control.
  • Lisa Vischer voices Junior Asparagus, who tells a small lie that grows into a giant fib, causing chaos in Bumblyburg until Larry-Boy intervenes.

Ending Explained

In the conclusion of 'Larry-Boy and the Fib from Outer Space,' directed by Chris Olsen and Phil Vischer, the protagonist, Junior Asparagus, faces the consequences of his lies. The story reaches its climax when the Fib, an alien that grows larger with each lie Junior tells, becomes a giant menace threatening the town of Bumblyburg. Larry-Boy, the superhero alter ego of Larry the Cucumber, attempts to stop the Fib but finds himself overpowered. The resolution begins when Junior, realizing the gravity of his actions, admits to his lies. This act of honesty causes the Fib to shrink and eventually disappear, restoring peace to the town. The narrative underscores the moral lesson that honesty is crucial and that lies, no matter how small, can grow out of control and cause significant harm. Junior's admission and the subsequent disappearance of the Fib reinforce the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions. The film concludes with the townspeople forgiving Junior, and Larry-Boy being celebrated as a hero, emphasizing themes of redemption and the power of truth.

Chris Olsen Phil Vischer Animation Short Family Fantasy Musical Sci-Fi Mike Nawrocki Tim Gregory Phil Vischer Lisa Vischer