"Bumblyburg has the Measles!"

This latest Veggie Tales video, LarryBoy and the Rumor Weed, is notably different from most of the others. There is no countertop scene with Bob and Larry, no Veggie Tales theme song, no Qwerty. Instead, there is the Larry Boy theme song. The tale begins on a dark night outside of a movie theater, where Percy Pea and his brother have just finished watching a scary movie. Suddenly they are approached by the Milk Money Bandit who (yep, you guessed it) takes their milk money. Fortunately, Larry Boy comes to the rescue. With some help from his Super Suction Ears, he apprehends the thief and returns the milk money to the grateful brothers. While reporting his success to his faithful butler Alfred, Larry Boy accidentally knocks a plant out of the window of someone who is gabbing on the phone. It falls into the sewer and a monster is born...

 The next day, Alfred goes to the classroom of Junior Asparagus and Laura Carrot to tell them stories. When the teacher, Mr. Asparagus, suggests that Alfred stay to observe the class, Alfred bows out saying, "I think I need to go home and recharge my battery." Laura and Junior later conclude that Alfred must be a robot -- and they make the mistake of telling the newly-created Rumor Weed. She spreads the news all over town, and each time the story grows worse. Soon Bumblyburg is filled with the pesky weeds and everyone is terrified of Alfred.

Larry Boy receives word of the infestation, and he sets out, determined to eradicate the weeds. Alfred knows just what must be done, but Larry Boy must rely on his friend's directions because he is clueless. Unfortunately, their communication breaks off when Larry Boy reaches the underground lair of the Motherweed, and Alfred must come to his rescue. While Larry Boy tries to fight of the huge weed, Alfred races to town on his motor scooter, begging for assistance. But no one will help because they have been convinced that Alfred is a dangerous robot. As the accusations pile up, the Motherweed rises out of the ground, grabbing Alfred.

In the ensuing confusion, Mr. Asparagus arrives and questions the weed, who says that Laura and Junior are responsible for her growth. When they realize their mistake, Laura and Junior decide that they can counteract the effect by spreading nice words about Alfred. Before long, the town comes to its senses and remembers what a nice guy Alfred is. Thus, the weed becomes harmless and Bumblyburg is safe.

With terrific graphics, great humor, an important lesson to teach, and endearing new characters, this is a fine addition to the Larry Boy Chronicles that kids will treasure for years to come.