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  1. On This Day October 27, 1987 – Final Episode Of Maxies World Aired

    On This Day October 27, 1987 – Final Episode Of Maxies World Aired

    On this day October 27, 1987, the final episode of the animated series Maxies World aired, closing out a short but memorable run that brought fashion, friendship, and fun to 1980s television. Based on the popular Maxie doll line by Hasbro, the show followed the upbeat and confident Maxie, a...
  2. On This Day October 22, 1988 – The Final Episode Of Mighty Mouse The New Adventures Aired

    On This Day October 22, 1988 – The Final Episode Of Mighty Mouse The New Adventures Aired

    On this day October 22, 1988, the final episode of Mighty Mouse The New Adventures aired, closing out one of the most creative and unconventional animated series of the decade. Produced by Ralph Bakshi and CBS, the show revived the classic Mighty Mouse character from the 1940s but gave it a bold...
  3. On This Day September 29, 1989 – Final Episode of Thundercats Aired

    On This Day September 29, 1989 – Final Episode of Thundercats Aired

    On this day September 29, 1989 the final episode of Thundercats aired, bringing an end to one of the most iconic animated series of the 1980s. Known for its action packed storytelling, memorable characters, and distinctive animation style, the show became a defining part of 80s Saturday morning...
  4. On This Day September 28, 1985 – Final Episode of Jim Henson's Little Muppet Monsters Aired

    On This Day September 28, 1985 – Final Episode of Jim Henson's Little Muppet Monsters Aired

    On this day September 28, 1985 the final episode of Jim Henson's Little Muppet Monsters aired. The short lived Saturday morning series combined puppetry and animation to deliver creative, lighthearted stories featuring a new cast of young Muppet characters alongside classic favorites. The show...
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  5. On This Day September 26, 1987 – ALF: The Animated Series Premiered on NBC

    On This Day September 26, 1987 – ALF: The Animated Series Premiered on NBC

    On this day September 26, 1987 the animated series ALF: The Animated Series premiered on NBC. Expanding the universe of the popular live action sitcom, the show took fans back to ALF’s home planet of Melmac, exploring his life before crash landing on Earth. The series followed Gordon Shumway...
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  6. On This Day September 25, 1982 – Mork & Mindy/Laverne & Shirley/Fonz Hour Premiered on ABC

    On This Day September 25, 1982 – Mork & Mindy/Laverne & Shirley/Fonz Hour Premiered on ABC

    On this day September 25, 1982 the animated series Mork & Mindy/Laverne & Shirley/Fonz Hour premiered on ABC. The unique crossover show brought together animated versions of three beloved sitcoms, blending their characters and stories into one Saturday morning block aimed at younger audiences...
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  7. On This Day September 25, 1982 – Pac-Man Premiered as an Animated Series on ABC

    On This Day September 25, 1982 – Pac-Man Premiered as an Animated Series on ABC

    On this day September 25, 1982 the animated series Pac-Man premiered on ABC. Inspired by the wildly popular arcade game, the show brought the pellet chomping character to Saturday morning television, turning one of gaming’s biggest icons into a cartoon star. The series followed Pac-Man, his...
  8. On This Day September 25, 1982 – The Little Rascals Animated Series Premiered on ABC

    On This Day September 25, 1982 – The Little Rascals Animated Series Premiered on ABC

    On this day September 25, 1982 the animated series The Little Rascals premiered on ABC. Based on the classic characters from the original Our Gang shorts, the show brought Spanky, Alfalfa, Darla, Buckwheat, and the rest of the gang to a new generation of viewers. The series followed the group...
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  9. On This Day September 25, 1987 – Final Episode of My Little Pony Aired

    On This Day September 25, 1987 – Final Episode of My Little Pony Aired

    On this day September 25, 1987 the final episode of the animated series My Little Pony aired, marking the end of a beloved show that became a staple of 80s Saturday morning television. Based on the popular toy line, the series brought the magical world of Ponyland to life for a generation of...
  10. On This Day September 25, 1982 – The Scooby & Scrappy-Doo/Puppy Hour Premiered on ABC

    On This Day September 25, 1982 – The Scooby & Scrappy-Doo/Puppy Hour Premiered on ABC

    On this day September 25, 1982 the animated series The Scooby & Scrappy-Doo/Puppy Hour premiered on ABC. This Saturday morning cartoon combined two popular shows into one hour-long block, pairing the mystery solving antics of Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo with the lighthearted adventures of The...
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  11. On This Day September 24, 1988 – Daffy Duck's Quackbusters Premiered in Theaters

    On This Day September 24, 1988 – Daffy Duck's Quackbusters Premiered in Theaters

    On this day September 24, 1988 the animated film Daffy Duck's Quackbusters premiered in theaters. The movie brought together classic Looney Tunes characters in a comedic, spooky adventure that combined new animation with vintage shorts. The story followed Daffy Duck as he inherited a fortune...
  12. On This Day September 22, 1986 – Dennis the Menace Animated Series Premiered in Syndication

    On This Day September 22, 1986 – Dennis the Menace Animated Series Premiered in Syndication

    On this day September 22, 1986 the animated series Dennis the Menace premiered in syndication. Based on the classic comic strip character created by Hank Ketcham, the show brought the mischievous adventures of young Dennis Mitchell to a new generation of viewers during the 80s. The animated...
  13. On This Day September 21 1987 – Spiral Zone Premiered in Syndication

    On This Day September 21 1987 – Spiral Zone Premiered in Syndication

    On this day September 21 1987, Spiral Zone premiered in syndication. The animated series was set in a dystopian future where half the world had fallen under the control of the villainous Overlord, who spread the mysterious Spiral Zone that turned people into zombie like slaves. To fight back, a...
  14. On This Day September 21 1987 – Beverly Hills Teens Premiered in Syndication

    On This Day September 21 1987 – Beverly Hills Teens Premiered in Syndication

    On this day September 21 1987, Beverly Hills Teens premiered in syndication. The animated series followed a glamorous group of wealthy teenagers living in Beverly Hills, showcasing their adventures filled with fashion, luxury, and high society drama. The show stood out for its exaggerated take...
  15. On This Day September 19 1987 – Popeye and Son Premiered on CBS

    On This Day September 19 1987 – Popeye and Son Premiered on CBS

    On this day September 19 1987, Popeye and Son premiered on CBS. The animated series continued the adventures of the classic cartoon sailor, this time focusing on Popeye, his wife Olive Oyl, and their son Junior. The show introduced a new generation to the iconic characters, with Junior...
  16. On This Day September 19 1987 – Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater Premiered on CBS

    On This Day September 19 1987 – Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater Premiered on CBS

    On this day September 19 1987, Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater premiered on CBS. The animated series reimagined classic fairy tales with Hello Kitty and her friends stepping into the roles, adding charm and humor to familiar stories. Aimed at younger audiences, the show blended the popularity...
  17. On This Day September 18 1982 – The Flintstones Funnies Premiered on NBC

    On This Day September 18 1982 – The Flintstones Funnies Premiered on NBC

    On this day September 18 1982, The Flintstones Funnies premiered on NBC. This animated anthology series revived the classic Hanna Barbera characters with new segments featuring Fred, Wilma, Barney, Betty, and the rest of Bedrock’s beloved residents. The show brought fresh adventures to Saturday...
  18. On This Day September 18 1982 – The Gary Coleman Show Premiered on NBC

    On This Day September 18 1982 – The Gary Coleman Show Premiered on NBC

    On this day September 18 1982, The Gary Coleman Show premiered on NBC. The animated series starred Gary Coleman as the voice of Andy LeBeau, an angel sent back to Earth to earn his wings by helping children in need. Produced by Hanna Barbera, the show mixed lighthearted comedy with moral...
  19. On This Day September 18 1982 – The Incredible Hulk Premiered on NBC

    On This Day September 18 1982 – The Incredible Hulk Premiered on NBC

    On this day September 18 1982, The Incredible Hulk animated series premiered on NBC. Based on the Marvel Comics character, the show followed the story of scientist Bruce Banner, who transformed into the Hulk whenever angered, unleashing his immense strength against villains and threats. The...
  20. On This Day September 18 1982 – Pandemonium Premiered on CBS

    On This Day September 18 1982 – Pandemonium Premiered on CBS

    On this day September 18 1982, Pandemonium premiered on CBS. The animated series followed a pair of dogs and their human companions who joined forces to stop the villainous Mondraggor from gaining control of powerful mystical pyramids. Blending comedy, fantasy, and adventure, the show captured...
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