Power Rangers season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Rita Repulsa is freed and plots Earth's conquest. Zordon and Alpha 5 recruit teenagers Jason, Kimberly, Zack, Billy, and Trini as Power Rangers, each with powers linked to dinosaur Zords. Initially hesitant, the teens accept their roles after defeating Rita's Putty Patrollers and her warrior Goldar, who is enlarged for battle. The Rangers, committed to their new roles and guided by Zordon's rules, prepare to defend Earth from Rita's evil schemes.
Full Episode S01E01 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Rita Repulsa?
Rita Repulsa is an intergalactic sorceress freed from her space dumpster after 10,000 years, plotting to conquer Earth.
What is the Angel Grove Youth Center?
The Angel Grove Youth Center is a community center where teenagers Jason, Kimberly, and others hang out, practice karate and gymnastics.
Who are Zordon and Alpha 5?
Zordon is an interdimensional being in a time warp, and Alpha 5 is his robotic assistant. They recruit and guide the Power Rangers.
How are the Power Rangers chosen?
Jason, Kimberly, Zack, Billy, and Trini are chosen by Zordon and teleported to his command center because of their potential to become Power Rangers.
What powers do the Power Rangers receive?
Each Power Ranger receives powers drawn from ancient creatures called dinosaurs, along with Zords – giant mechanical beasts.
What are the rules of being a Power Ranger?
The rules are never to use the power for personal gain, never escalate a battle unless forced, and keep their identities secret.
What are the Zords?
Zords are giant mechanical beasts that each Power Ranger can command. They can also combine to form the Megazord.
Who is Goldar?
Goldar is one of Rita's warriors, who she enlarges to fight the Power Rangers.
How do the Power Rangers defeat Goldar?
The Power Rangers use their Zords to form the Megazord and, after a fierce battle, manage to defeat Goldar.
What does Rita Repulsa do after Goldar's defeat?
Rita retreats after the defeat of Goldar, vowing that it's not the end of her plans.
Who are Bulk and Skull?
Bulk and Skull are local bullies at the Angel Grove Youth Center who often cause trouble for the other teens.
What is the significance of the teenagers' commitment to being Power Rangers?
The commitment signifies their readiness to protect Earth from Rita's forces, adhering to the rules set by Zordon.
What are Putty Patrollers?
Putty Patrollers are clay minions created by Rita Repulsa to fight the Power Rangers.
How do the Power Rangers morph?
The Power Rangers morph by raising their Power Morphers to the sky and calling out their dinosaur's name.
What is the Megazord?
The Megazord is a powerful combination of all the Power Rangers' Zords, used to fight larger threats posed by Rita.
