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  1. Pete

    Richie Rich Animated Series Premiered on ABC - November 8, 1980

    On this day, November 8, 1980, the animated series Richie Rich premiered on ABC. Based on the beloved comic book character, this show followed the adventures of the “poor little rich boy” Richie Rich, his family, and friends, mixing humor and lighthearted fun. Running for four seasons with 41...
  2. Pete

    Final Episode of Teen Wolf (Animated Series) Aired - November 7, 1987

    On this day, November 7, 1987, the final episode of the Teen Wolf animated series aired, marking the end of its two-season run. Based on the popular 1985 film, this animated adaptation followed the adventures of Scott Howard, a teenager who discovers his family’s werewolf heritage. With 21...
  3. Pete

    On This Day Final Episode of Pac-Man Animated Series Aired - November 5, 1983

    On this day, November 5, 1983, the final episode of the Pac-Man animated series aired, marking the end of two seasons and 44 episodes. Based on the popular video game, the show brought Pac-Man, Ms. Pac-Man, and their friends to life as they battled ghosts in Pac-Land. Though short-lived, the...

  4. The Brave Little Toaster (1987)

    Title: The Brave Little Toaster Tagline: Plug into the adventure! Genre: Animation,Adventure,Fantasy Director: Jerry Rees Cast: Deanna Oliver,Jon Lovitz,Timothy Stack,Phil Hartman,Timothy E. Day,Thurl Ravenscroft,Joe Ranft,Judy Toll,Wayne Kaatz,Colette Savage,Mindy Sterling,Jim...
  5. Pete

    Final Episode of The Dukes (Animated Series) Aired on CBS - October 29, 1983

    On this day, October 29, 1983, the final episode of The Dukes animated series aired on CBS. The show, based on the popular live-action series The Dukes of Hazzard, featured the animated adventures of the Duke boys as they raced around the world to win prize money and save the family farm...
  6. Pete

    Final Episode of Maxie’s World Aired - October 27, 1987

    On this day, October 27, 1987, the final episode of the animated series Maxie’s World aired in syndication. With 32 episodes in its single season, the show followed Maxie, a teenage girl juggling high school life, friendships, and adventures. Maxie’s World appealed to young audiences of the time...
  7. Pete

    On This Day: Jem Premieres in Syndication - October 6, 1985

    On this day, October 6, 1985, the beloved animated series Jem made its debut in syndication! Running for 3 seasons with 65 episodes, the show followed the adventures of Jerrica Benton and her alter-ego Jem as they battled rival bands and navigated the world of music and stardom. Fun Fact! Jem...
  8. Pete

    Premiered Today Thundarr the Barbarian Premieres on ABC - October 4, 1980

    On this day, October 4, 1980, the animated series Thundarr the Barbarian made its debut on ABC! The show, set in a post-apocalyptic future, followed the adventures of Thundarr, Princess Ariel, and Ookla the Mok as they battled evil sorcerers and mutants. Despite only running for two seasons with...
  9. Pete

    On This Day September 18, 1982 “Gilligan’s Planet” Premiered

    On this day, September 18, 1982, “Gilligan’s Planet” premiered on CBS! This animated spin-off took the beloved characters from the classic show “Gilligan’s Island” and stranded them on a new, uncharted planet. The series brought a sci-fi twist to the original concept, with the castaways finding...
  10. Pete

    Today September 18, 1982, The Gary Coleman Premiered

    On this day, September 18, 1982, “The Gary Coleman Show” premiered on NBC! Based on the popular actor’s charm and humor, the animated series featured Gary Coleman as the voice of a helpful angel named Andy LeBeau, who came to Earth to assist people in need. The show ran for just 1 season, with...
  11. Pete

    On This Day: “The Transformers” Animated Series Premieres - September 17, 1984

    On this day, September 17, 1984, “The Transformers” animated series premiered in syndication! This iconic show introduced us to the epic battle between the Autobots and Decepticons, capturing the imaginations of kids and adults alike. Over the course of 4 seasons and 98 episodes, it became a...
  12. Pete

    Premiered Today - September 17, 1983, “Saturday Supercade”

    On this day, September 17, 1983, “Saturday Supercade” premiered on CBS! This animated series was a unique blend of various arcade game characters coming to life on the small screen. Featuring beloved characters like Donkey Kong, Frogger, and Q*bert, it brought the arcade experience into our...
  13. Pete

    “Dungeons & Dragons” Animated Series Premiered Today September 17, 1983

    On this day, September 17, 1983, the animated series “Dungeons & Dragons” premiered on CBS! Based on the iconic tabletop role-playing game, this show took viewers on epic adventures through a magical realm, where a group of kids, transported from the real world, had to use their newfound...
  14. Pete

    September 17, 1983: “The Charlie Brown and Snoopy Show” Premiered

    On this day, September 17, 1983, “The Charlie Brown and Snoopy Show” made its debut on CBS! This animated series brought the beloved Peanuts comic strip characters to life, offering fans of all ages the chance to enjoy the adventures of Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the gang. The show...
  15. Pete

    “Mister T” Animated Series Premieres - September 17, 1983

    On this day, September 17, 1983, the animated series “Mister T” premiered on NBC! This show brought the larger-than-life persona of Mr. T into the world of Saturday morning cartoons, where he led a team of gymnasts solving mysteries and fighting crime. It ran for 3 seasons, totaling 33 episodes...
  16. Pete

    Today “Alvin and the Chipmunks” Premieres - September 17, 1983

    On this day, September 17, 1983, “Alvin and the Chipmunks” made its debut on NBC! This animated series brought us the adventures of Alvin, Simon, and Theodore, becoming an iconic part of 80s pop culture. The show ran for 8 seasons, with a total of 102 episodes (168 segments). Whether you grew up...
  17. Pete

    Released Today September 16, 1985 - “The Jetsons” Returned to TV

    On this day September 16, 1985, The Jetsons made its comeback in syndication. The beloved animated series, set in a futuristic world, aired for 2 seasons with a total of 51 episodes during this revival. Originally created by Hanna-Barbera, The Jetsons brought viewers a humorous and imaginative...
  18. Pete

    Snorks Premiered on NBC On This Day September 15, 1984

    On this day September 15, 1984, the animated series Snorks made its debut on NBC. The show ran for 6 seasons and featured a total of 65 episodes, broken down into 108 segments. Snorks followed the underwater adventures of small, colorful creatures living in the magical world of Snorkland. The...
  19. Pete

    Today September 14, 1985: It’s Punky Brewster (Animation) Premiered on NBC

    On this day September 14, 1985, the animated series It’s Punky Brewster premiered on NBC. Spun off from the popular live-action sitcom Punky Brewster, the animated version took the show’s characters into more fantastical adventures. The series ran for 2 seasons, delivering a total of 26 episodes...
  20. Pete

    On this day September 14, 1985: Hulk Hogan’s Rock ‘n’ Wrestling Premiered on CBS

    On this day September 14, 1985, Hulk Hogan’s Rock ‘n’ Wrestling made its debut on CBS, bringing the excitement of professional wrestling to the world of Saturday morning cartoons. The animated series ran for 2 seasons, with a total of 26 episodes. It featured the animated adventures of some of...
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