Thundarr the Barbarian 1980
What is Thundarr the Barbarian?
Thundarr the Barbarian is a television series first released in 1980. Catalogued under Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1980
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 21
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 4, 1980
- Networks
- NBC
- Genres
- Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure
- Updated
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Estimate the schedule using 21 episodes and an average 30-minute runtime.
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Thundarr the Barbarian is a television series first released in 1980. Catalogued under Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure. Produced and broadcast by NBC. Current status: Ended. Spans 2 seasons and 21 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“A swordsman and his companions roam a shattered Earth battling relentless evil.”
- Striking post‑apocalyptic visuals
- Dynamic trio of heroes
- Fast‑paced action
- Animation reflects early‑80s style
Watch it if you enjoy retro animated adventures set in a bleak, magical future.
Suitable for older children and adults who like fantasy action with occasional mild peril.
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What is the setting of the series?
The series takes place on a devastated future Earth after a cataclysmic event.
Who are the main characters?
The hero Thundarr travels with his companions Ariel and the giant ape Ookla.
What genre does the show belong to?
It is an animated sci‑fi/fantasy action‑adventure series.
When did the show originally air?
Thundarr the Barbarian aired from 1980 to 1981.
Where can I watch the series today?
The series is available for streaming on platforms such as Tubi and can be found on various online services.
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