ThunderCats
AnimationCreated by Tobin Wolf
Number of seasons 4
Number of episodes 130
First air date 1985-01-23
Last air date 1989-09-29
Vote average 8.2
The inhabitants of the planet Thundera faced imminent destruction, prompting a desperate evacuation. As their world was about to be obliterated, they were pursued by a relentless band of mutants determined to eliminate them. During this chaos, most of their escape ships were destroyed, leaving only a few capable of reaching safety. Among those who managed to escape, only a small group of Thunderans, known as Thundercats, survived the ordeal.
The surviving Thundercats were forced to set out on a perilous journey through space with limited resources. Their ship, severely damaged, was operating under only half its engine capacity. The group was led by the wise and experienced Jaga, who took command of their vessel and navigated them towards the nearest habitable planet. While the majority of their crew remained in stasis tubes to conserve power, Jaga remained awake to steer their endangered ship through the vastness of space.
Tragically, during the voyage to what was later known as Third Earth, Jaga succumbed. His leadership was instrumental in guiding the group safely through space, but his death was a great loss. As their ship approached the new planet, it eventually crash-landed, leaving the surviving Thunderans stranded on unfamiliar territory. Despite these setbacks, the Thundercats quickly adapted to their new environment and began establishing their community.
Upon arriving on Third Earth, the Thundercats encountered various local groups. Through diplomacy and collaboration, they formed alliances and started building a fortified stronghold—a fortress designed to protect themselves from external threats. Their community grew, and they worked tirelessly to defend their newfound home against dangers that lurked in their world.
However, the greatest threats to the Thundercats remained ever-present. Mumm-Ra, an ancient and powerful embodiment of evil, along with the mutants responsible for their initial destruction, continually posed a danger to their safety. The new leader of the Thundercats, Lion-O, emerged as a heroic figure equipped with the Sword of Omens. This mystical weapon endowed him with special powers and vision, enabling him to lead the Thundercats in their ongoing struggle for peace and survival in a hostile world.