

Inhumanoids
Inhumanoids was an animated series and Hasbro toy property in 1986. In the tradition of other Hasbro properties such as Transformers and G.I. Joe, the show was produced by Sunbow and Marvel Productions and animated in Japan by Toei Animation. Inhumanoids tells the story of the scientist-hero group, Earth Corps, as they battle a trio of subterranean monsters called the Inhumanoids with the aid of elemental beings, the Mutores.
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Plot Summary
The Inhumanoids is an animated series centering on the struggle between the heroic "Mutanoids" and the monstrous "Inhumanoids." The Inhumanoids are ancient, powerful beings awakened from deep within the Earth, threatening humanity. The Mutanoids, a team of scientists and adventurers, must use their advanced technology and courage to battle these colossal threats and protect the planet.
Critical Reception
Inhumanoids was a short-lived animated series primarily aimed at children. As a toy-driven cartoon of the 1980s, its critical reception was minimal, with most contemporary commentary focusing on its tie-in toys. Modern retrospectives often view it as a product of its time, notable for its ambitious monster designs but limited by simplistic storytelling common in syndicated children's programming of the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its imaginative and imposing monster designs, particularly the titular Inhumanoids.
- Criticized for a formulaic plot structure and limited character development, typical of many 80s toy-based cartoons.
- Considered a nostalgic piece for those who grew up with it, rather than a critically acclaimed work.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the show's niche status and age. Those who remember it often recall the impressive visual designs of the monsters and the action sequences, viewing it as a typical Saturday morning cartoon experience from the 1980s.
Fun Fact
The Inhumanoids toy line, produced by Hasbro, was relatively unsuccessful, contributing to the series' short run. Despite this, the character designs, particularly for the Inhumanoids themselves like D'Compose and Tendril, are often remembered fondly by fans for their unique and grotesque appearance.
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