About ThunderCats (2011)

ThunderCats is a reboot of the classic 1980s animated TV series of the same name. The 2011 version aired on Cartoon Network and took viewers on an imaginative journey to Third Earth where an epic struggle between good and evil unraveled. The series follows Lion-O, the young lord of the ThunderCats, along with his comrades, Tygra, Panthro, Cheetara, WilyKit and WilyKat, as they battle against the evil Mumm-Ra, who seeks to conquer Third Earth.

Making/Production

The 2011 series was produced by Warner Bros. Animation and Studio 4°C, and was a reboot of the original 1985 series. The series aimed to combine fascinating characters, adult themes, and captivating stories to appeal to both young and old audiences.

Actors

• Will Friedle as Lion-O: The protagonist of the series, played with honesty and depth by Friedle who adds to the character's coming-of-age charm and passion for justice.
• Matthew Mercer as Tygra: Mercer's voice work displayed the character as brave, determined and a reliable older brother figure to Lion-O.
• Kevin Michael Richardson as Panthro: A formidable and loyal fighter, Richardson's strong and distinctive voice added a sense of security and trust to the character of Panthro.
• Emmanuelle Chriqui as Cheetara: Chriqui gave voice to the agile and balanced character, her performance emphasized Cheetara's wisdom as well as her warrior spirit.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The 2011 version of ThunderCats was confirmed as a reboot rather than a continuation of the 1985 series.
• Unlike the original series where Lion-O was a child in a man's body, the reboot features Lion-O undergoing a true coming-of-age journey.
• The series also has more of a continuous storyline compared to the often episodic nature of the original.

Awards

Although well-received, the rebooted ThunderCats series did not win any awards during its run. It remains greatly loved by the fans of the original series for its unique take on the classic story.

Quotes

• "ThunderCats, Ho!" - Lion-O
• "Loyalty isn't something you wear, like a coat. It's something you have to LIVE!" - Panthro

• The opening and closing theme of the reboot were composed by Kevin Kliesch, capturing the same adventurous spirit of the original soundtrack.