Air Date
September 6, 1969
Episodes
17 episodes
Around the World in 79 Days
Season 1
Overview
It tells the adventures of a balloonist, Phineas, and two teenagers, photographer Jenny and reporter Hoppy, who set off on adventures around the world to get around him in 79 days and break the record. The trio also competes for a $1 million prize against the sinister Chickpeade, who was supposed to be Phineas's butler, who is aided by his disruptive chauffeur and pet monkey Simon.
Episodes
1. The Race Is On
The race is on, with Phineas' first destination being in Paris, but Crumden has a sneaky scheme to try and get Phineas locked up at Paris.
2. Swiss Mis-Adventure
Phineas and his friends are forced to make an emergency landing in the Swiss Alps when Crumden's monkey, Smikry, douses their hot air balloon with freezing water.
3. Arabian Daze
Crumden lures Phineas and his friends away from their hot air balloon, leaving them stranded in the middle of the Arabian Desert.
4. Madrid or Busted
While taking a break from their 'round the world journey in Madrid, Spain, the trio has their balloon and map stolen by Crumden, resulting in a desperate chase through the ancient city to recover their property and get back in the race.
5. Mr. Bom-Bom
6. India or Bust
7. Snow Slappy
8. Finney, Finney Fun, Fun
9. The Argentiney Meany
10. The Tree Man
11. Saucy Aussie
12. Crumden's Last Stand
13. Egyptian Jinx
14. Border Disorder
15. Troubles in Dutch
16. The Fiji Weegees
