ThunderCats

ThunderCats (1985-1989)

EndedAnimation showAction, Adventure, Fantasy

The inhabitants of the planet Thundera evacuate just before it is destroyed. They were pursued by a band of mutants. All but one of their escape ships was destroyed. Only a small group of Thunderans (ThunderCats) remained. With only half engine power, the group, which was led by Jaga, had to set a course for the nearest planet. Jaga commanded their ship while the other 7 were in their stasis tubes. Jaga died on their journey to Third Earth and their ship crashed there. Soon they made friends with various groups in the area and they designed a fortress. Mumm-Ra the centuries-old embodiment of evil, along with the mutants that destroyed the rest of the Thunderans are a constant threat. But Lion-O, the new leader of the ThunderCats, with his weapon the "Sword of Omens" will help the Thundercats to have a standing chance.

Network
ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E20The Book of OmensSep 29, 1989
S04E19Well of DoubtSep 28, 1989
S04E18The Zaxx FactorSep 27, 1989
S04E17Touch of AmortusSep 26, 1989
S04E16Swan SongSep 25, 1989
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did ThunderCats premiere?

ThunderCats premiered on January 23, 1985.

Who are the ThunderCats?

The ThunderCats are humanoid cats who escaped from their dying planet Thundera and landed on Third Earth.

Who is the leader of the ThunderCats?

Lion-O is the leader of the ThunderCats.

Who is Lion-O's sworn enemy?

Mumm-Ra is Lion-O's sworn enemy.

What is the name of the ThunderCat's sword?

The ThunderCat's sword is called the Sword of Omens.

Who created the Sword of Omens?

The Sword of Omens was created by the ThunderCats\u2019 ancestors.

What is the name of the ThunderCats\u2019 spaceship that crashed on Third Earth?

The ThunderCats\u2019 spaceship is called the Feliner.

Who is Panthro?

Panthro is a skilled warrior and mechanic who is also a ThunderCat.

Who is Cheetara?

Cheetara is a female ThunderCat with superhuman speed.

Who is Snarf?

Snarf is a small, cat-like creature and the caretaker of Lion-O.

Who is Tygra?

Tygra is a ThunderCat with the power of invisibility and the ability to create illusions.

Who is WilyKit?

WilyKit is a young ThunderCat with a talent for pickpocketing.

Who is WilyKat?

WilyKat is WilyKit's younger brother and a fellow ThunderCat.

Who is Jaga?

Jaga is a wise old ThunderCat who served as Lion-O's mentor.

What is the name of the ThunderCats\u2019 home base on Third Earth?

The ThunderCats\u2019 home base on Third Earth is called the Cat's Lair.

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Also known as

  • Θάντερκατς (Greece)
  • Громовые коты (Russian Federation)

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