Dinosaucers
Dinosaucers is an animated television series co-produced in the United States and Canada. It was created by DIC Entertainment which has done the overseas animation and in association with Ellipse Programmé and Nelvana. This animated program originally aired in syndication in the USA in 1987 by Coca-Cola Telecommunications. 65 total episodes were made throughout the show's broadcasting, but it only lasted one season during the 1987-1988 television season. The show's first 21 episodes can be purchased individually by episode or as a set from online retailer Amazon.com. There were originally plans by Galoob to release a Dinosaucers toyline, and prototype figures were produced; however, the line was scrapped after the show was canceled. The toys included Stego, Bronto-Thunder, Allo, Bonehead, Plesio, Quackpot, Ankylo, and Genghis Rex.
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Plot Summary
The Dinosaucers are a group of intelligent, anthropomorphic dinosaurs from the planet Reptilion who travel to Earth. They seek refuge from their enemies, the evil Tyrannos, led by their ruthless leader, Doctor Dimetro. Aided by a group of human children and a young inventor named Ryan, the Dinosaucers work to protect Earth from the Tyrannos' destructive plans.
Critical Reception
Dinosaucers was a product of its time, a Saturday morning cartoon aimed at children with a blend of action, adventure, and educational elements. While it garnered a following for its unique premise and colorful characters, its critical reception was generally lukewarm, typical of many animated series of the era which prioritized entertainment over deep narrative complexity.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its imaginative concept of dinosaurs in space and its focus on teamwork and problem-solving.
- Some found the animation style and plot to be somewhat simplistic, common for children's programming of the late 1980s.
- Appreciated by children for its action sequences and clear good vs. evil narrative.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Dinosaucers are sparse and often nostalgic. Those who remember it fondly appreciate its unique premise and the childhood entertainment it provided, while modern reviews might point out its dated animation and typical children's show structure.
Fun Fact
The series featured a unique educational segment at the end of each episode where a "Dino-Fact" about real dinosaurs was presented.
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