Manimal 1983
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
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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.
Should you watch it?
“A suave university professor uses his unique ability to transform into any animal to fight crime.”
- Unique shape-shifting premise
- Classic 1983 superhero television
- 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.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 8 episodes
- E1 Manimal Sep 30, 1983
- E2 Illusion Oct 14, 1983
- E3 Night of the Scorpion Oct 21, 1983
- E4 Female of the Species Oct 28, 1983
- E5 High Stakes Nov 4, 1983
- E6 Scrimshaw Dec 3, 1983
- E7 Breath of the Dragon Dec 10, 1983
- E8 Night of the Beast Dec 17, 1983
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.