Code Lyoko (2003)

In the heart of an abandoned factory lies a secret as vast as the cosmos itself: a supercomputer, an entryway to an electrifying parallel universe named Lyoko. "Code Lyoko" masterfully weaves the tale of four inquisitive boarding school students - Jeremy, Yumi, Ulrich, and Odd - who stumble upon this enigmatic realm. Here, they encounter a sentient being, Aelita, trapped within the digital confines of the supercomputer. Yet the discovery of Lyoko is just the beginning of their adventure; a rogue program named XANA threatens not only Lyoko but also their own world, intent on wreaking havoc and destruction. The quartet quickly finds themselves in a race against time, striving to assist Aelita in her battle against the malevolent XANA. Jeremy, harboring romantic feelings for the digital damsel, dedicates himself to "materialize" Aelita, a task that would transform her into a human and enable her escape from the scanners that tether her to Lyoko. This would also allow for the deactivation of Lyoko, effectively defeating XANA and saving their world from impending doom. Season one culminates in a breathtaking climax as Jeremy successfully materializes Aelita, his dream finally a reality. But victory is bittersweet; XANA, in a devious plot twist, infects Aelita with a deadly virus that links her existence to his own, a cruel tether to the digital world she longed to escape. As dawn breaks on season two, the team finds hope in new technology. With Jeremy leading the charge, they develop faster travel vehicles and improved scanning programs to detect XANA's "activated towers", ensuring Aelita's safety on Earth. As the intricate web of technology and human emotion continues to unfurl, a shadowy figure emerges from their past: Franz Hopper, a brilliant scientist with a mysterious connection to Aelita. As the team delves deeper into the enigma that is Lyoko, they are drawn ever closer to the truth about Aelita, XANA, and the destiny that binds them all together. "Code Lyoko" is a thrilling ride through time and space, a testament to the power of friendship and the unyielding spirit of humanity.

Code Lyoko is an action show featuring Marie-Line Landerwijn and created by Thomas Romain.

It is possible to buy Code Lyoko on Apple TV.