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'''''Mr. Munch''''' is a character from [[Chuck E. Cheese's]]. He is a Keyboard playing, purple, pizza loving, alien from Planet Purple. He plays in Munch's Make Believe Band alongside his friends. Munch first debuted at the second Chuck E. Cheese's Pizza Time Theater in [[San Jose, CA (1371 Kooser Rd)|San Jose, California on Kooser Rd.]]
'''''Mr. Munch''''' is one of the main characters of the Chuck E. Cheese's franchise, making his debut at the [[San Jose, CA (1371 Kooser Rd)]] location in 1978.


== History ==
== History ==


=== Origins ===
=== Origins ===
Mr. Munch was first thought up by ''Michael M. Hatcher'', director of entertainment for Pizza Time Theater, wanted the "[[Pizza Time Players]]" needed a monster character <sup>[source needed]</sup>. The team decided to cut an already existing character, and due to multiple reasons such as low audience reputation, ''Crusty the Cat'' was replaced for Mr. Munch. Early sketches were created by ''Debbie Barton'', oddly containing version with different color combinations. The final color scheme became, Pink Eyelids, Yellow Hair/Belly/Nose Fur, Purple Main fur, Sharp teeth, & Large lack Eyes.
Mr. Munch was first thought up by ''Michael M. Hatcher'', director of entertainment for Pizza Time Theater, wanted the "[[Pizza Time Players]]" needed a monster character. The team decided to cut an already existing character. [[Crusty the Cat]] was replaced by Mr. Munch. Early sketches were created by Debbie Barton, containing versions with different color combinations. Eventually Munch was decided to be a shaggy, purple alien with yellow hair.


=== Pizza Time Theatre ===
=== Pizza Time Theatre ===
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==== Concept Unification ====
==== Concept Unification ====
During the Late 80's to early 90's, after a fallout with Creative Engineering, all Showbiz Pizza Places would be rebranded to Chuck E. Cheese's Pizzas in a remodel called [[Concept Unification]]. Munch replaced Fatz Geronimo, who inspired Munches new character. Munch was now a much heavier character, and had a smoother voice. He wore a hat and generally seemed a lot younger and smarter than he previously was.
During the Late 80's to early 90's, after a fallout with Creative Engineering, all Showbiz Pizza Places would be rebranded to Chuck E. Cheese's Pizzas in a remodel called [[Concept Unification]]. Munch replaced Fatz Geronimo, who inspired Munches new character. Munch was now a much heavier character, and had a smoother voice. He wore a hat and generally seemed a lot younger and smarter than he previously was. He would become the leader of the newly named band, "Munch's Make Believe Band."


==== Avenger Era ====
==== Chuck E. Cheese's ====
[[File:Kooser Skeeball 1978.png|alt=Chuck E. Playing Skeeball|thumb|Image of an early corporate only Mascot Costume.]]
[[File:Kooser Skeeball 1978.png|alt=Chuck E. Playing Skeeball|thumb|Image of an early corporate only Munch costume.]]
As the 2000's rolled around, Corporate Showbiz Pizza Time would decide to rebrand the characters, which included Munch, changing them to new "Avenger" designs. Munch's personality would not change though. Munch's hat was removed during this time. Munch also gained a shirt. Munch's voice actor became John Bowen.
As the late 90's approached, Chuck and his friends would become much hipper characters. Munch was voiced by John Bowen starting 1999. In official art, Munch would lose his hat, and wore an orange shirt, sometimes alongside shorts.


==== Rockstar Era ====
==== "Rockstar" ====
In 2012, Chuck E. Cheese was "given the pink slip," per the Associated Press. Due to declining revenue, CEC Entertainment sought to give Chuck E. a makeover, shrinking him down into a guitar-playing life-size mouse. Initially, Chuck's friends remained the same until 2014. Munch was given a redesign. His character would now receive a new voice actor, Chris Hill. Munches voice was inspired by his original Pizza Time Theatre appearance, speaking in a gravely and rough voice. Over time Munches character would begin to focus on his origins from "Planet Purple" as well as his new DJ persona.
During 2012, CEC corporate was trying to get money back, one of the planned initiatives for this was the changing of the Avenger designs to the new "Rockstar" designs. Oddly, Munch wouldn't change much during this era, he did get a new actor in 2014, which was Chris Hill. Munch was given a new Orange & Purple "'''''M'''''" Shirt. He was also changed to be from a fictional planet known as "Planet Purple"

===== Later Rockstar Era =====
Mr. Munch has slowly became a DJ esc character using his stage name "DJ Munch". He also has been less focused on pizza in newer showtapes, though he does still enjoy it a lot.


== Trivia ==
== Trivia ==


=== Rat Tales ===
=== Rat Tales ===
Mr. Munch would appear in the official [[Pizza Time Theater|Chuck E. Cheese's Pizza Time Theater]] comic "[[Rat Tales]]" in 1979. He is from a mysterious Pizza planet & speaks an unknown language. He helps Chuck & Jasper stop the arcade machine from taking over [[San Jose, CA (370 S Winchester Blvd)|the Chuck E. Cheese's]].
Mr. Munch would appear in the official [[Pizza Time Theater|Chuck E. Cheese's Pizza Time Theater]] comic "[[Rat Tales]]" in 1979. He is from a mysterious Pizza planet & speaks an unknown language. He helps Chuck & Jasper stop the arcade machine from taking over the restaurant.


=== Chuck E. Cheese In The Galaxy 5000 ===
=== Chuck E. Cheese In The Galaxy 5000 ===
Mr. Munch would appear in the official [[Chuck E. Cheese's|CEC]] movie "[[Chuck E. Cheese In The Galaxy 5000]]". He would use his Avenger era personality & Design. He would help Chuck E. & the gang beat the "X-Pilots" in the Race to get the money to help [[Charlie Rockit]]. he was voiced by Chris Sabat.
Mr. Munch would appear in the official Chuck E. Cheese's movie "[[Chuck E. Cheese In The Galaxy 5000]]." He would use He would help Chuck E. & the gang beat the "X-Pilots" in the Race to get the money to help [[Charlie Rockit]]. He was voiced by Chris Sabat.


== Animatronics ==
== Animatronics ==
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|[[Kooser Mr. Munch (Animatronic)]]
|[[Kooser Mr. Munch (Animatronic)]]
|1978
|1978
|Little Information known about. used at the Kooser location from Dec. 1978 to 1980.
|Used at the Kooser location from December 1978 to 1980.
|Unknown.
|Unknown.
|[[File:Kooser Munch 1.jpg|left|119x119px]]
|[[File:Kooser Munch 1.jpg|left|119x119px]]
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|[[Mr. Munch (Cyberamic)]]
|[[Mr. Munch (Cyberamic)]]
|1979-1990's
|1979-1990's
|His arms later got changed.
|2 Variants. Keyboard Version & PTT Version.
|Being phased out due to the [[CEC 2018 2.0 Remodel Program|CEC 2.0 Remodel Program]].
|Being phased out due to the [[CEC 2018 2.0 Remodel Program|CEC 2.0 Remodel Program]].
|[[File:Mr. Munch Animatronic .jpg|124x124px]]
|[[File:Mr. Munch Animatronic .jpg|124x124px]]
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|[[Fatz Geronimo (Animatronic)]]
|[[Fatz Geronimo (Animatronic)]]
|1980-1988
|1980-1988
|Retrofitted. Latex Masks where eventually replaced with plastic masks.
|Retrofitted. Latex Masks were eventually replaced with plastic masks.
|Being phased out due to the [[CEC 2018 2.0 Remodel Program|CEC 2.0 Remodel Program]].
|Being phased out due to the [[CEC 2018 2.0 Remodel Program|CEC 2.0 Remodel Program]].
|[[File:Mr. Munch (9719627104).jpg|142x142px]]
|[[File:Mr. Munch (9719627104).jpg|142x142px]]

Revision as of 13:39, 23 May 2024


Mr. Munches design as of 2024.



Mr. Munch is one of the main characters of the Chuck E. Cheese's franchise, making his debut at the San Jose, CA (1371 Kooser Rd) location in 1978.

History

Origins

Mr. Munch was first thought up by Michael M. Hatcher, director of entertainment for Pizza Time Theater, wanted the "Pizza Time Players" needed a monster character. The team decided to cut an already existing character. Crusty the Cat was replaced by Mr. Munch. Early sketches were created by Debbie Barton, containing versions with different color combinations. Eventually Munch was decided to be a shaggy, purple alien with yellow hair.

Pizza Time Theatre

Mr. Munch officially debuted to the public along with the opening of the second Chuck E. Cheese's Pizza Time Theater in San Jose California on Kooser Rd on December 2nd 1978. Munch was described as "This purple pizza eater loves to pilfer and purloin from Pasqually's kitchen. He sings, laughs and scares people"[1]. Munches personality was focused on his love of pizza in early shows to the point that he would mention it in every song. He generally didn't play much of a role aside from being another comic-relief character and he wouldn't really interact with the other members aside from the guest stars & Chuck himself. Mr. Munch was voiced by Scott Wilson.

The original design of Mr. Munch.

Post-Merger

After Showbiz Pizza Place bought the rights to the Chuck E. Cheese's IP, Munch was changed alongside the rest of the cast. Munch would become a pizza loving, kind & well meaning, singer.

Munch's Make Believe Band

Concept Unification

During the Late 80's to early 90's, after a fallout with Creative Engineering, all Showbiz Pizza Places would be rebranded to Chuck E. Cheese's Pizzas in a remodel called Concept Unification. Munch replaced Fatz Geronimo, who inspired Munches new character. Munch was now a much heavier character, and had a smoother voice. He wore a hat and generally seemed a lot younger and smarter than he previously was. He would become the leader of the newly named band, "Munch's Make Believe Band."

Chuck E. Cheese's

Chuck E. Playing Skeeball
Image of an early corporate only Munch costume.

As the late 90's approached, Chuck and his friends would become much hipper characters. Munch was voiced by John Bowen starting 1999. In official art, Munch would lose his hat, and wore an orange shirt, sometimes alongside shorts.

"Rockstar"

In 2012, Chuck E. Cheese was "given the pink slip," per the Associated Press. Due to declining revenue, CEC Entertainment sought to give Chuck E. a makeover, shrinking him down into a guitar-playing life-size mouse. Initially, Chuck's friends remained the same until 2014. Munch was given a redesign. His character would now receive a new voice actor, Chris Hill. Munches voice was inspired by his original Pizza Time Theatre appearance, speaking in a gravely and rough voice. Over time Munches character would begin to focus on his origins from "Planet Purple" as well as his new DJ persona.

Trivia

Rat Tales

Mr. Munch would appear in the official Chuck E. Cheese's Pizza Time Theater comic "Rat Tales" in 1979. He is from a mysterious Pizza planet & speaks an unknown language. He helps Chuck & Jasper stop the arcade machine from taking over the restaurant.

Chuck E. Cheese In The Galaxy 5000

Mr. Munch would appear in the official Chuck E. Cheese's movie "Chuck E. Cheese In The Galaxy 5000." He would use He would help Chuck E. & the gang beat the "X-Pilots" in the Race to get the money to help Charlie Rockit. He was voiced by Chris Sabat.

Animatronics

Animatronics
Types Years Produced Notes Whereabouts/Status Image
Kooser Mr. Munch (Animatronic) 1978 Used at the Kooser location from December 1978 to 1980. Unknown.
Mr. Munch (Cyberamic) 1979-1990's His arms later got changed. Being phased out due to the CEC 2.0 Remodel Program.
Fatz Geronimo (Animatronic) 1980-1988 Retrofitted. Latex Masks were eventually replaced with plastic masks. Being phased out due to the CEC 2.0 Remodel Program.
Sun (Animatronic), Moon (Animatronic), Choo Choo (Animatronic), Looney Bird (Animatronic) 1980-1988 Was used on the Concept Unification Prototype Stage. Destroyed. No known images.

References

  1. ↑ https://www.showbizpizza.com/info/promo/ptt/ptt_78kooser.pdf
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