archytele The Vault

Manimal 1983

★ 7.3/10 Action & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy 1 seasons · 8 eps Canceled
Community & Your Rating
★ 7.3/10
Advertisement
Quick answer

What is Manimal?

Manimal is a television series that follows the life and work of Jonathan Chase. Chase is a British college professor who holds a position at New York University.

Type
TV series
Year
1983
Status
Canceled
Episodes
8
First aired
Sep 30, 1983
Networks
NBC
Genres
Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Updated
Streaming Intelligence

Binge-Worthiness & Content Radar

79 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.9/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.7/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Bingeable Series #Action & Adventure #Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Planning tool

How long to binge?

Estimate the schedule using 8 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.

Trailer

No official trailer is available for this title yet.

Find the trailer on YouTube ↗

Overview

Manimal is a television series that follows the life and work of Jonathan Chase. Chase is a British college professor who holds a position at New York University. While maintaining his academic career, he possesses the unusual and specific ability to transform himself into any kind of animal. He chooses to utilize these unique powers to assist in the fight against crime. In his efforts to combat illegal activity, Chase works in partnership with two primary associates. He is joined by a policewoman named Brooke, who assists him in his investigations. Additionally, Chase is aided by his friend Ty, a man who served in the Vietnam War. Together, this trio navigates various challenges as they apply Chase's transformative capabilities to resolve criminal cases. The series focuses on the intersection of his professional life as an educator and his clandestine operations as a crime fighter, highlighting the collaborative dynamic between Chase, Brooke, and Ty as they work to maintain order and justice within their community.

Advertisement

Should you watch it?

“A suave university professor uses his unique ability to transform into any animal to fight crime.”

Reasons to watch
  • Unique shape-shifting premise
  • Classic 1983 superhero television
Keep in mind
  • Short-lived television run

Watch it if you enjoy classic superhero television series from the 1980s.

It is an action and adventure television series featuring crime-fighting themes.

Ask the Vault

Ask anything about Manimal — answers are spoiler-safe.

Your verdict

Is Manimal worth watching?

Cast

Comprehensive Directory

Episode guide

🛡️ SPOILER SHIELD

Spoiler-Safe Browsing Progress

Future titles & recaps blurred. Tap "Reveal" on any item to peek.
Binge Efficiency Engine

Filler vs. Essential Canon

Filter episodes by serialized narrative importance. Skip standalone side quests and streamline your binge.

63%
38%
Mytharc (5): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (3): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
Season 1 · 8 episodes
Verified insights

Frequently asked questions

When did Manimal air?

The series aired from September 30 to December 17, 1983.

Who created the show?

It was created by Glen A. Larson and Donald R. Boyle.

What network broadcast the series?

It aired on NBC.

Who is the main character?

The main character is Jonathan Chase, a British college professor at New York University who can transform into any kind of animal.

Who helps Jonathan Chase battle crime?

He battles crime alongside a policewoman named Brooke and his Vietnam-war pal Ty.

✕ Cancelled Renewal tracker

Explore Manimal

If you like Manimal

See all similar titles →

What viewers say

No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on Manimal.

Advertisement