Blaze and the Monster Machines is an animated children's television series. It premiered on Nickelodeon on October 13, 2014, and is set to end after 9 seasons, 180 episodes, and 11 years. The show revolves around Blaze, a monster truck, and his human driver, AJ, as they have adventures in Axle City and learn about various STEM concepts that help them on their way. Joining them is the human mechanic, Gabby and their monster truck friends: Stripes, Starla, Darington, and Zeg as well as their rival Crusher and his goofy sidekick Pickle. Watts and Blaze's sister Sparkle join the main cast in Seasons 3 and 5.