Denver, the Last Dinosaur
Denver, the Last Dinosaur

Denver, the Last Dinosaur

1988TV ShowEnded3 SeasonsEnglish

Filled with magic, warmth and friendship, join the adventures of a fun-loving dinosaur and his group of ingenious young friends: Jeremy, Mario, Wally, Heather, Casey and Shades. Pursued by fortune seekers, Denver always finds himself in the middle of unexpected adventures!

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Various (often attributed to Tony Travis for early episodes)Genres: Animation, Family, Adventure, Comedy

Plot Summary

A group of teenagers discovers a living Corythosaurus named Denver, who was frozen in time and then revived by a volcanic eruption. They must keep Denver a secret from the greedy and unscrupulous natural history museum curator, Mr. Morton, who wants to exploit him for fame and fortune. Along the way, Denver learns about the modern world and the importance of friendship and environmentalism.

Critical Reception

While primarily aimed at children, "Denver, the Last Dinosaur" was generally well-received for its educational messages about conservation and environmental awareness, presented in an engaging and accessible animated format. It is remembered fondly by many who grew up with it as a classic Saturday morning cartoon.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its positive environmental and conservation themes.
  • Enjoyed by its young target audience for its adventure and humor.
  • Seen as a typical, wholesome Saturday morning cartoon of its era.

Google audience: Audience reception data is limited for this classic children's series. However, it is often recalled with nostalgia for its blend of adventure, humor, and educational messages.

Fun Fact

The character of Denver was voiced by Leonard Nimoy, famous for his role as Spock in Star Trek.

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