"Upsidaisium is the name of a fictional anti-gravity metal and the title of a major story arc from the second season of
The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle (1960-1961), where Bullwinkle inherits a mine containing this valuable ore, leading to chases with Boris Badenov and Natasha Fatale to secure it for the government, highlighting themes of greed and patriotism through cartoon comedy.
Key Aspects of "Upsidaisium"
- The Metal: It's a magical, anti-gravity ore that makes things, like Bullwinkle's inherited mine on Mt. Flatten, float in the air.
- The Story: Bullwinkle's inheritance of the mine attracts villains, particularly Pottsylvanian spies Boris and Natasha, who want the ore for their own schemes, while Rocky and government agents try to secure it.
- Episodes: The storyline spanned many segments, making it one of the longest arcs in the series, with episodes airing throughout the fall of 1960.
- Themes: The narrative plays on classic Rocky & Bullwinkle tropes, involving elaborate disguises (like Boris as an Indian water peddler), daring escapes, and the contrast between simple-minded heroes and cunning villains. "