On this day September 12 1981, Trollkins premiered on CBS, offering a colorful mix of Smurf like fantasy and Dukes of Hazzard style comedy. Produced by Hanna Barbera, the animated series followed the adventures of troll characters living in the whimsical town of Trolltown.
The show centered on Blitz, Pixlee, and their pet Flooky as they found themselves in mischievous escapades while dealing with the bumbling Mayor Lumpkin and Sheriff Trollsom. Combining slapstick humor, fantastical settings, and small town antics, Trollkins stood out for its quirky attempt to merge popular themes of the early 80s into one Saturday morning package.
Though it only lasted for one season, Trollkins is remembered for its unique blend of styles and remains a nostalgic curiosity for fans of early 80s cartoons. Its offbeat charm and colorful cast of characters made it a fun, if short lived, part of CBS’s lineup.
80s insight: Trollkins reflected the 1980s trend of experimenting with cartoon mashups, as studios sought to capture audiences by blending fantasy elements with contemporary comedy tropes.
The show centered on Blitz, Pixlee, and their pet Flooky as they found themselves in mischievous escapades while dealing with the bumbling Mayor Lumpkin and Sheriff Trollsom. Combining slapstick humor, fantastical settings, and small town antics, Trollkins stood out for its quirky attempt to merge popular themes of the early 80s into one Saturday morning package.
Though it only lasted for one season, Trollkins is remembered for its unique blend of styles and remains a nostalgic curiosity for fans of early 80s cartoons. Its offbeat charm and colorful cast of characters made it a fun, if short lived, part of CBS’s lineup.
80s insight: Trollkins reflected the 1980s trend of experimenting with cartoon mashups, as studios sought to capture audiences by blending fantasy elements with contemporary comedy tropes.
