Dog City

Dog City (1992-1994)

EndedAnimation showComedy, Children

The animated portions of the show focused on a canine private investigator named Ace Hart. The Muppet portions of the show focused on the interactions between Ace Hart and his animator Eliot Shag (who, like Ace, is a German Shepherd). Eliot would illustrate the stories while Ace would go traverse through it, occasionally breaking the fourth wall to speak with Eliot about the various troubles with the story. In one episode, Eliot even enters Dog City himself to join Ace in solving a mystery. A recurring gag was that many of the characters in the cartoon were seemingly based on the residents of Eliot's apartment building. The bulldog crime-boss Bugsy Vile was inspired by the building's grouchy bulldog superintendent Bruno. Ace's love interest Rosie was based on Eliot's unrequited feelings for his neighbor Colleen, and so on. The Muppet characters were unaware of this.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E08The Dog Days of Summer VacationNov 26, 1994
S03E07No Pain, No BrainNov 19, 1994
S03E06Future SchlockNov 12, 1994
S03E05Reduce, Reuse, RetrieveNov 5, 1994
S03E04Howl the Conquering HeroOct 8, 1994
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Dog City' premiere?

'Dog City' premiered on September 26, 1992.

Who created 'Dog City'?

'Dog City' was created by Jim Henson.

What genre does 'Dog City' belong to?

'Dog City' is a puppet-animated crime comedy series.

What is the premise of 'Dog City'?

'Dog City' is set in a world inhabited by anthropomorphic dogs and revolves around the adventures of a detective dog named Ace Hart.

Who voiced the character of Ace Hart in 'Dog City'?

Jim Henson himself provided the voice for Ace Hart.

What is the setting of 'Dog City'?

'Dog City' is set in a bustling metropolis called Dog City, where dogs live and interact like humans.

Which network aired 'Dog City'?

'Dog City' was aired on FOX.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Dog City'?

The first season of 'Dog City' consisted of 13 episodes.

What are some other notable characters in 'Dog City'?

Some other notable characters in 'Dog City' include Bugsy Vile, Colleen Barker, and Rosie O'Gravy.

What is the main conflict in 'Dog City'?

The main conflict in 'Dog City' revolves around Ace Hart's constant battles against the criminal activities of Bugsy Vile.

Did 'Dog City' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'Dog City' received a nomination for Outstanding Achievement in Children's Programming at the 1993 Primetime Emmy Awards.

Are there any notable guest stars in 'Dog City'?

Yes, 'Dog City' featured guest appearances by celebrities such as Whoopi Goldberg and Mel Brooks.

How was 'Dog City' received by audiences and critics?

'Dog City' received generally positive reviews from both audiences and critics, praising its unique blend of puppets and animation.

Did 'Dog City' have any spin-offs or related shows?

No, 'Dog City' did not have any spin-offs or related shows.

What was the overall legacy of 'Dog City'?

'Dog City' is remembered as a cult classic that showcased Jim Henson's creativity and innovation in puppetry.

Also known as

  • Jim Henson's Dog City (United States)

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