Anne, what's happening?
Are we under attack?
Are these fortifications, booby traps, weapons?
Dude, calm down. It's just Christmas.
It's what?
Oh, shoot. I never explained this?
Christmas is one of the biggest Earth holidays.
And us Boonchuys go big!
Ah. A holiday. Neato. So what's it about?
Happy holidays from the Boonchuys.
Yes, this is she.
Really?
It's the Downtown LA Christmapalooza Parade.
There was a last-minute opening.
The what?
It's the annual holiday parade.
Local businesses, and schools, and sports teams all make floats.
It's my mom's dream to have one for the restaurant.
The heck is a float?
Every answer brings more and more questions.
Could this finally be the year?
- Thank you so much. I can't believe it. - Yes, yes, yes.
But I'm gonna have to say no.
Mom, why'd you say no?
Honey, as much as I would love a Thai Go float,
and I love Christmas more than anything,
it would draw way too much attention to us.
Yeah, but…
I mean, three frogs from another dimension parading in front of all of LA?
Even in disguises, that's hardly keeping a low profile.
True. Especially not with that evil king coming after you.
Honestly, we're just happy you're home to spend the holidays with us.
That's more than enough for me.
But this is your dream.
Yeah, well, we can still do all the normal traditions.
Carols, cookies, decorating the tree, gifts,
the family Christmas card.
Oh, that reminds me. I picked the theme for this year's card.
"Candid." It's gonna be groundbreaking.
- Huh. What was last year's theme? - Ungulates.
What the heck?
See?
We can still have a great holiday without a float at the parade.
My eyes!
I need to be quick on the draw if I wanna capture us in our…
Oh, my goodness!
Okay, next time no flash.
Right, so, uh, the Plantars and I have something else to do.
Okay, bye.
Hi, yes this is Anne Boonchuy.
You just called about a parade float for Thai Go.
Well, we'd like to change that no to a yes.
Great! Thanks! Bye!
- Whoa! - Plot twist.
Anne, what're you doin'?
Did you see my mom?
She was clearly devastated and trying to hide it.
I did sense a subtle melancholy.
My parents have already made too many sacrifices for me.
Well, no more.
This year, I'm gonna give them the greatest present ever.
The parade float of their dreams.
Are you with me?
- Let's do it! - Yeah!
Sounds good to me!
Before we go, could you explain this holiday to me?
No time. We only have a few days, so let's motor, people!
Yeah!
- Whoo! - Yeah!
All right!
King Andrias, the robot army is nearly complete.
Ahead of schedule and under budget.
Excellent, Triple B.
But what are you wearing?
Pretty cute, right?
It's late winter,
which means it's almost time for the human holiday,
Christmas.
- Marcy told us about it, remember? - No.
It's fun! We even got you a Christmas gift.
Stay right there.
Okay, stairs.
Ooh! Is that for me?
Wow!
What is it, exactly?
Oh, this is our newest drone soldier prototype, sir.
If you sign off, we can start mass producing them tomorrow.
Goody!
Oh, and look at this. Nifty.
Pfft. Crown.
Let's see what this baby can do.
Steering's kinda tricky.
Hmm, what's this for?
Ooh! Now, this I like.
Glad to hear it, sire.
It just needs a little testing and it'll be…
Whoa! Good to go.
Testing, eh? I just had a grand idea.
I can send this drone to Earth and destroy Anne virtually.
I never should've sent a robot to do a newt's job.
But technically, you're still sending a robot to do…
Shut up, Blair.
Get ready, Anne.
Once I figure out how to control this thing,
you're finished.
For such tiny legs, you three sure move fast.
Wow!
Whoa.
D Of this special time of year d.
Ooh!
So what's the plan, Anne? How we making this boat?
Float. And don't worry, I've got a great idea for this bad boy.
Ooh!
The first thing we need is technical help. Anyone know any tech experts?
Do I?
Thank you so much for helping with this float.
No problem.
We'll do anything electronic, animatronic…
Technotronic… Really, any other 'tronic.
Thanks you two. You're absolute lifesavers.
Hey, don't mention it.
Go grab some eggnog and enjoy the party!
So, come here often?
Cookie!
This holiday makin' any more sense to you kids?
- Nope. - Less, actually.
Come on. Let's just ask.
Chug! Chug! Chug!
'Scuse me, could you explain Christmas to us?
Y'all never heard of Christmas?
Eh, no.
It's a holiday! You celebrate, get a tree, decorate.
You make cookies, party hard.
- "Get" a tree? - Cookies?
I'm still confused.
Just be careful when you're tying lights to the tree.
If you get the voltage wrong…
Nothing ruins Christmas like a tree on fire.
Flaming trees, bad. Got it.
Oh! Forgot to mention that on Christmas,
you have to get a gift for the person who means the most to you.
It better be good too.
A bad gift can pretty much spoil the whole thing.
So what you're saying is
I have to get Anne the perfect gift,
or I'll ruin Christmas.
This is one of those stressful holidays, isn't it?
All right. Techies secured.
Next up, we'll need decorations to populate the float.
And I think I know just who'll have some.
Wow.
I didn't think this place could get any crazier.
Hello, sir!
Interested in learning the history of mistletoe?
It's a not-so-jolly tale of monarchic betrayals and bloodshed
originating in the early 13th century… Anne.
You're just in time for a festive lecture. Strap in.
Hey, Dr. Jan.
Actually, I'm building my parents a parade float,
and I need all the help I can get.
Decorations, props…
Ooh, I love the Christmapalooza parade.
You could use some mannequins and wintry flora from our dioramas.
Take your pick.
Thanks, Dr. Jan! My mom is gonna love this.
Dr. Jan, you're an educator.
We need a clear answer here.
What in the flying frog is Christmas about?
Interest? In history?
My time has come.
Aha!
This bone structure is perfect for Santa!
It started with recognition of the winter solstice
and burning the yule log in the 4th century.
Okay, four centuries.
Well, hello, Rudolph.
Many modern traditions
come from the ancient Roman feast, Saturnalia.
Whoa!
There's also the Dutch Sinterklaas.
So many options.
Woolly mammoths are wintry!
Nah, it'd never fit.
But maybe…
Others argue it has less to do with history
and more to do with the interests of major soda conglomerates.
Make it stop!
My head hurts. It has too much knowledge!
And all of this resulting in a celebratory period
of feasting and gift-giving with family and friends!
- Yahoo! - Huh?
I'm a dino dentist!
Oh no, not again. Please excuse me.
I give up.
We'll never understand this stuff!
I think I'm starting to get it.
It sounds like Swamphollow's Eve.
But without the ritual sacrifices.
I still think it's all about giving presents.
Whatever I get Anne has to be really good. Perfect, even.
Or else!
Okay, guys. Ready for our next stop?
What?
I think I spoke too soon about the ritual sacrifices.
Hello, Earth.
Wow. Lotta people down there.
Now, where is that Anne Boonchuy?
Wait, what?
Oh, no!
Man, I've got to get better at these controls.
Thanks for your help, everyone!
Hmm. Nuh-uh.
Nope.
Garbage! It's all garbage!
He's right.
Cookies?
Cookies!
Ah! Ah!
Garbage! It's all garbage!
We did it! Whoo!
Thanks, guys. Mom and Dad are gonna love it.
This is gonna be the best Christmas ever!
We can fix that.
Okay, so I really wanted to do something special for you guys
since you've done so much for me.
And, well, open your eyes.
Surprise!
Wow! This is amazing!
But what about keeping a low profile?
- Ho, ho… Uh, line? - Ho.
Are you sure? Doesn't sound right.
See? No one will suspect anything.
I wasn't gonna let you give up on your dream 'cause of me.
You wanted this for so long, and you deserve it.
It's perfect. Thank you so much.
Merry Christmas, Mom.
Gosh dang it!
I will get the perfect holiday photo, or I will die trying!
I'm sorry, Santa!
Welcome, everyone, to the annual holiday parade!
And introducing newcomers, Thai Go.
Ho, ho… um, line?
Ugh, you gotta be kidding me. You're an actor!
Whoo!
Mom? What's wrong?
- If it's not perfect, I'll fix it. - No, no.
It's just really nice to be part of the community like this.
Ever since your father and I came here from Bangkok,
it's been a challenge fitting in.
I have always thought making it into this parade
would mean we had finally done it.
Wow. I never knew you and Dad felt that way.
And after months in Wartwood,
I know what it's like feeling out of place.
I can't wait to squash this stupid world.
At this rate, it'll take a miracle to find Anne!
Whoo! I'm Anne Boonchuy! I'm Anne Boonchuy!
She's Anne Boonchuy!
Well, that was easy.
Oh, yeah. I remember this holiday!
Glowing trees, nut smashers,
red-suited jolly man with a beard.
Oh, that gives me an idea.
Let's get festive with this.
Robotification complete.
Equipped for battle and ready to rock.
Well, Merry Christmas to me.
You were right, Anne.
I shouldn't have been so worried about everything.
I can't believe I almost missed out on this!
I love Christmas so much!
This is gonna be so candid.
Ho, ho, ho, hello, Anne Boonchuy.
Aw, man. Well that's definitely ruined.
That voice! It can't be! King Andrias?
- Santa? - King Andrias is Santa?
This holiday just keeps getting weirder!
Wow! This is a big step up from last year!
We gotta get outta here now!
B-But, giant robot!
Ally, Jess, punch it!
Right!
Wait! You didn't even get to open your presents!
Hold up. Presents? Maybe we should hear this guy out.
Andrias, you dog!
Ha, ha, ha! I mean, ho, ho, ho!
Come on, guys. Grab anything you can and fight back!
Really? Now you're unbreakable?
Oh! I am so sick of robots!
He's too powerful!
- Anne, does Santa have a weakness? - Should we throw milk and cookies?
I don't think that's gonna work, you guys!
Ho, ho… Oh!
Well, I'll be danged.
Hey, now! That's not jolly.
We're all out of… everything!
Looks like this is the end of the road, Anne… literally.
And you've been a very bad girl this year.
What do we have left to throw? Something! Anything!
The tree. We've gotta…
Light it on fire? Finally!
Hey, Andrias! Merry Christmas!
Hey, thanks. You too.
Wait, no!
Daddy, is Santa gonna be okay?
No, Timmy. I don't think so.
I don't believe this. Look!
It's snowing.
Bleh.
Nope, ash. It's ash.
Ah. That makes more sense.
Dang it! It's the stupid controller's fault!
I was so close too!
That was pathetic.
And you call yourself a king.
It doesn't matter. Against the full force of our army,
none shall stand.
Not Anne, not Earth,
not anyone.
Police are still cleaning debris well into night.
Mom! What's wrong? Are you okay?
That was so dangerous!
A murderous Santa robot. Never thought I'd see that!
Scary stuff.
It was the combo of jolly and murderous that really made it feel special.
Mom, sorry my gift almost got us killed.
Anne, stop.
Your heart was in the right place.
And that's what Christmas is all about.
Is it?
Thanks, Mom.
I am so confused.
Can someone finally explain what this holiday actually means?
I guess it's about spending time with the people you love.
And all the presents and traditions are just a way to express that love.
But at the end of the day, all that matters is that you're together.
Like your father.
He's still happy even though he didn't get his perfect photo.
Oh, didn't I?
- What? - When? How?
Candid, baby.
So it's not about the gifts at all?
- Nope. - Phew.
'Cause I tried to get you the perfect present,
but it's not that good.
I'd much rather spend time together instead of…
Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!
No, really, it's dumb!
It's you. 'Cause, you know…
You're my hero.
Thanks, dude.
Okay, even I think that's sweet.
Now let's go inside and eat cookies!
Cookies!
Well, I guess that's the end of Christmas.
I'll probably never understand it. But you know what? I liked it.
I can't imagine spending the holidays without your family.
I know how hard it is to be apart
and not know if you'll ever see each other again.
So I'm writing to let you know that your daughter is alive.
She's trapped in another world, but I promise,
I'm going to bring her back home safe.
Signed, a friend.