Monica and Friends 1976
What is Monica and Friends?
Monica and Friends is a television series that follows the adventures of a young girl named Monica and her close group of companions. Monica serves as the leader of her friend group and is characterized by her strong-willed nature and intolerance for being wronged.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1976
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 318
- First aired
- Dec 10, 1976
- Last aired
- Feb 2, 2026
- Original language
- PT
- Origin
- BR
- Networks
- TV Globo, TV Cultura, Discovery Kids, Cartoon Network
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy, Family, Kids
- Updated
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Monica and Friends is a television series that follows the adventures of a young girl named Monica and her close group of companions. Monica serves as the leader of her friend group and is characterized by her strong-willed nature and intolerance for being wronged. She carries a beloved stuffed bunny named Samson wherever she goes. Her best friends include Jimmy Five, who is intelligent but frequently antagonizes Monica, and Maggy, a sweet girl who enjoys eating watermelons. The core group is completed by Smudge, a talented boy with an unusual fear of water. Together, this quartet navigates various situations and interactions that showcase their distinct personalities and relationships. The series explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and childhood dynamics through the lens of these young characters and their daily experiences. Each character brings unique traits that contribute to the group's dynamic, creating opportunities for both conflict and camaraderie in their shared adventures.
Should you watch it?
“Monica leads her spirited crew through playful street adventures.”
- Colorful characters with distinct personalities
- Episodic format perfect for casual viewing
- Nostalgic appeal for fans of classic animation
- May feel dated to modern audiences
- Limited depth in storytelling
You enjoy cheerful animated series centered on childhood friendship.
Suitable for all ages with mild comedic conflicts.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 O Natal da Turma da Mônica Dec 10, 1976
- E2 Making Of do Natal da Turma da Mônica no História do Desenho Animado Dec 24, 1976
- E3 Feliz Natal Pra Todos Dec 20, 1981
- E4 O Plano Infalível Dec 23, 1982
- E5 Um Amor de Ratinho Dec 23, 1982
- E6 A Ermitã Dec 23, 1982
- E7 O Império Empacota Dec 23, 1982
- E8 Vinhetas Dec 23, 1982
Season 2 · 34 episodes
- E1 Oh, Que Dia! Sep 20, 1986
- E2 Um Cachorro Bem Treinado Sep 20, 1986
- E3 O Vampiro Sep 20, 1986
- E4 A Fonte da Juventude Sep 20, 1986
- E5 O Último Desejo Sep 20, 1986
- E6 O Monstro da Lagoa Sep 20, 1986
- E7 Cascão no País das Torneirinhas Sep 20, 1986
- E8 O Grande Show Sep 20, 1986
- E9 Vinhetas Sep 20, 1986
- E10 A Gruta do Diabo Feb 7, 1987
- E11 Jacaré de Estimação Feb 7, 1987
- E12 O Tocador de Sinos Feb 7, 1987
- E13 A Sereia do Rio Feb 7, 1987
- E14 Quero Entrar! Jul 16, 1987
- E15 O Que É, O Que É? Jul 16, 1987
- E16 Montanha Suja Jul 16, 1987
- E17 Cine Cascão Jul 16, 1987
- E18 O Bicho-Papão Jul 16, 1987
- E19 Jornal da Mônica I Jul 16, 1987
- E20 O Ogro da Floresta Jul 16, 1987
- E21 O Natal de Todos Nós Dec 13, 1987
- E22 A Estrelinha Mágica Dec 24, 1987
- E23 Jornal da Mônica II Sep 16, 1988
- E24 Super-Heróis Sep 16, 1988
- E25 O Detetive Sep 16, 1988
- E26 Um Dia de Cão Sep 16, 1988
- E27 O Causo da Melancia Oct 12, 1990
- E28 O Causo do Burrico Oct 12, 1990
- E29 O Causo do Sapo Oct 12, 1990
- E30 A Verdade Dói Oct 12, 1990
- E31 O Causo do Ovo Oct 12, 1990
- E32 O Canto do Sabiá Oct 12, 1990
- E33 O Causo das Formigas Oct 12, 1990
- E34 Óia a Onça! Oct 12, 1990
Season 3 · 23 episodes
- E1 Algo Verde, Mole e Pegajoso Nov 1, 1996
- E2 Tá Morto! ...Ou Não Tá? Nov 1, 1996
- E3 Branca de Fome e os Sete Anões Nov 1, 1996
- E4 Game ao Vivo Nov 1, 1996
- E5 O Mônico Jun 1, 1997
- E6 Chico Bento no Shopping Jun 1, 1997
- E7 Frank em Ser Criança Jun 1, 1997
- E8 Como Atravessar a Sala Jun 1, 1997
- E9 Vinhetas Penadinho I Jun 1, 1997
- E10 O Plano Sangrento May 1, 1998
- E11 Na Roça é Diferente May 1, 1998
- E12 O Astronauta (Procurando um Novo Amor) May 1, 1998
- E13 Duelo em Quadrinhos May 1, 1998
- E14 Vinhetas Penadinho II May 1, 1998
- E15 Coisa de Louco Oct 1, 1998
- E16 Comida Fresca Oct 1, 1998
- E17 A História do Galo Ataliba Oct 1, 1998
- E18 No Zoológico Oct 1, 1998
- E19 O Estranho Soro do Dr. X Oct 1, 1998
- E20 A Ilha Misteriosa Sep 1, 1999
- E21 Regras e Exceções Sep 1, 1999
- E22 Chico Mico Sep 1, 1999
- E23 Mingau Com Chuva Sep 1, 1999
Season 4 · 67 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Dec 24, 1999
- E2 Episode 2 Dec 31, 1999
- E3 Episode 3 Jul 17, 2010
- E4 Episode 4 Jul 17, 2010
- E5 Episode 5 Jul 24, 2010
- E6 Episode 6 Jul 24, 2010
- E7 Episode 7 Jul 31, 2010
- E8 Episode 8 Jul 31, 2010
- E9 Episode 9 Jul 31, 2010
- E10 Episode 10 Aug 7, 2010
- E11 Episode 11 Aug 7, 2010
- E12 Episode 12 Aug 14, 2010
- E13 Episode 13 Aug 14, 2010
- E14 Episode 14 Aug 21, 2010
- E15 Episode 15 Aug 21, 2010
- E16 Episode 16 May 14, 2011
- E17 Episode 17 May 14, 2011
- E18 Episode 18 Aug 28, 2010
- E19 Episode 19 Sep 4, 2010
- E20 Episode 20 Sep 4, 2010
- E21 Episode 21 Sep 11, 2010
- E22 Episode 22 Sep 11, 2010
- E23 Episode 23 Sep 18, 2010
- E24 Episode 24 Sep 18, 2010
- E25 Episode 25 Sep 25, 2010
- E26 Episode 26 Sep 25, 2010
- E27 Episode 27 Oct 9, 2010
- E28 Episode 28 Oct 9, 2010
- E29 Episode 29 Oct 16, 2010
- E30 Episode 30 Oct 16, 2010
- E31 Episode 31 Oct 23, 2010
- E32 Episode 32 Oct 23, 2010
- E33 Episode 33 Oct 30, 2010
- E34 Episode 34 Nov 6, 2010
- E35 Episode 35 Nov 6, 2010
- E36 Episode 36 Nov 6, 2010
- E37 Episode 37 Nov 6, 2010
- E38 Episode 38 Nov 6, 2010
- E39 Episode 39 Nov 20, 2010
- E40 Episode 40 Nov 20, 2010
- E41 Episode 41 Nov 27, 2010
- E42 Episode 42 Nov 27, 2010
- E43 Episode 43 Dec 4, 2010
- E44 Episode 44 Dec 11, 2010
- E45 Episode 45 Dec 11, 2010
- E46 Episode 46 Dec 18, 2010
- E47 Episode 47 Dec 18, 2010
- E48 Episode 48 Jan 1, 2011
- E49 Episode 49 Jan 1, 2011
- E50 Episode 50 Jan 8, 2011
- E51 Episode 51 Jan 8, 2011
- E52 Episode 52 Jan 8, 2011
- E53 Episode 53 Jan 15, 2011
- E54 Episode 54 Jan 22, 2011
- E55 Episode 55 Jan 22, 2011
- E56 Episode 56 Jan 29, 2011
- E57 Episode 57 Feb 5, 2011
- E58 Episode 58 Feb 5, 2011
- E59 Episode 59 Feb 5, 2011
- E60 Episode 60 Feb 12, 2011
- E61 Episode 61 Feb 26, 2011
- E62 Episode 62 Mar 5, 2011
- E63 Episode 63 Mar 12, 2011
- E64 Episode 64 Mar 19, 2011
- E65 Episode 65 Mar 26, 2011
- E66 Episode 66 Mar 26, 2011
- E67 Episode 67 Mar 26, 2011
Season 5 · 29 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jun 4, 2002
- E2 Episode 2 Jun 4, 2002
- E3 Episode 3 Jun 4, 2002
- E4 Episode 4 Jun 4, 2002
- E5 Episode 5 Jun 4, 2002
- E6 Episode 6 Jun 4, 2002
- E7 Episode 7 Oct 12, 2002
- E8 Episode 8 Oct 12, 2002
- E9 Episode 9 Oct 12, 2002
- E10 Em Busca do Nariz de Isabelle Jul 9, 2004
- E11 Concurso de Beleza Jul 9, 2004
- E12 Um Amor Dentuço Jul 9, 2004
- E13 O Caça-Sansão Jul 9, 2004
- E14 Um Cenário Para Meus Bonequinhos Jul 9, 2004
- E15 Irmão Cascão Jul 9, 2004
- E16 Os Tênis da Mônica Sep 7, 2005
- E17 O Baile Frank Sep 7, 2005
- E18 Poeirinha Mágica Sep 7, 2005
- E19 Chapeuzinho Vermelho 2 Sep 7, 2005
- E20 O Sumiço de Todas as Mães Sep 7, 2005
- E21 Boas Maneiras Sep 7, 2005
- E22 A Hora da Onça Beber Água Sep 7, 2005
- E23 Episode 23 Dec 5, 2008
- E24 Episode 24 Dec 5, 2008
- E25 Episode 25 Dec 5, 2008
- E26 Episode 26 Dec 5, 2008
- E27 Episode 27 Dec 5, 2008
- E28 Episode 28 Dec 5, 2008
- E29 Episode 29 Dec 5, 2008
Frequently asked questions
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Monica, Jimmy Five, Maggy, and Smudge.
What is Monica's favorite toy?
Monica loves her stuffed bunny named Samson, whom she carries everywhere.
Is the show based on comics?
Yes, the series is based on Brazilian comic books created by Mauricio de Sousa.
Does the show have any spin-offs?
Yes, including Monica Teen, which began in 2008.
When did the show first air?
The television series first aired in 1976.