Highlander: The Animated Series
Seven centuries have passed since the Earth plunged into darkness, seven centuries since the Jettator swore to regain from man his lost knowledge and freedom, all the Immortals took the oath, all except one. Who dominates the world, but soon an Immortal will come to confront him, his name is Quentin MacLeod, he is the Highlander. This animated series followed the adventures of Quentin MacLeod, the Last of the MacLeods. Set in a post apocalyptic world almost barren of technology and civilization. The Jettator's or Immmortals oath was to lay down their swords and when Kortan decided not to swear the oath so began the wait for the Highlander.
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Plot Summary
In a far future where the earth is ruled by the tyrannical immortal Kortan, a young immortal named Quentin MacLeod discovers his heritage and the existence of other immortals. Guided by his older mentor, Duncan MacLeod, Quentin learns to harness his powers and fight against Kortan's oppressive regime. The series follows their epic battles and quests across a post-apocalyptic world.
Critical Reception
Highlander: The Animated Series received a mixed reception. While it tapped into the popular Highlander franchise and offered a futuristic take on the immortal concept, it was often criticized for its animation quality and deviations from the established lore of the live-action films. However, it garnered a cult following for its action-packed storylines and the introduction of new characters within the Highlander universe.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its adventurous spirit and connection to the Highlander mythos.
- Criticized for its often simplistic animation and storyline.
- Appreciated by fans for expanding the Highlander universe with new characters and settings.
Google audience: Google users generally had a divided opinion, with some appreciating the show's unique futuristic setting and action-packed premise, while others found the animation to be dated and the plotlines to be less compelling than the live-action counterparts.
Fun Fact
The series introduced Duncan MacLeod as a mentor figure, a role he took on in the live-action series 'Highlander: The Series' which concluded its run just before this animated spin-off began.
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