Defenders of the Earth

Defenders of the Earth (1986)

EndedAnimation showAction, Fantasy, Science-Fiction

Defenders of the Earth is an animated television series of the 1980s featuring three characters from comic strips distributed by King Features Syndicate - Flash Gordon, The Phantom, and Mandrake the Magician - battling the Flash Gordon villain Ming the Merciless in the year 2015. Supporting characters include their children Rick Gordon, Jedda Walker (daughter of The Phantom), Kshin (adopted son of Mandrake), Mandrake's assistant Lothar, and Lothar's son L.J. The show lasted for 62 episodes; there was also a short-lived comic book series published by Star Comics (an imprint of Marvel Comics).

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ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E65The Thunderlizards of MingDec 5, 1986
S01E64Street SmartsDec 4, 1986
S01E63The Adoption of KshinDec 3, 1986
S01E62Drowning WorldDec 2, 1986
S01E61Flesh and BloodDec 1, 1986
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

Defenders of the Earth premiere?

Defenders of the Earth premiered on September 8, 1986.

Who created Defenders of the Earth?

The series was created by Lee Falk, the creator of The Phantom comic strip.

What is Defenders of the Earth about?

The show follows the adventures of a group of superheroes who join forces to protect the Earth from various threats.

Who are the main characters in Defenders of the Earth?

The main characters are Flash Gordon, Phantom, Mandrake the Magician, Lothar, and their children.

Where do the Defenders of the Earth live?

The Defenders of the Earth all live in the same futuristic castle, located in Tibet.

What kind of threats do the Defenders of the Earth face?

The team faces a variety of threats, including alien invasions, evil villains, and supernatural occurrences.

What is the name of the villain in Defenders of the Earth?

The main villain in the series is Ming the Merciless.

Who provides the theme song for Defenders of the Earth?

The theme song is performed by Stan Lee and Mark Mueller.

What network aired Defenders of the Earth?

Defenders of the Earth aired on various networks, including the USA Network and First-run syndication.

When was the last episode of Defenders of the Earth aired?

The last episode of the series aired on February 27, 1987.

What other media was Defenders of the Earth adapted into?

The series was adapted into a comic book series.

Was Defenders of the Earth a successful show?

The show was not very successful during its initial run, but has since gained a cult following.

What was the reception of Defenders of the Earth by critics?

The show received mixed reviews, with some praising its animation and character design, while others criticized its writing.

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