Thundercats kicked into high gear this week. We got Mumm-Ra facing off against the ‘Cats, a flashback that leaves a lot of questions and a nice little cliffhanger ending. Read on to check out our review of Thundercats Episode 6 – Journey To The Tower Of Omens.
In the fifth episode, Old Friends, the Thundercats are are made “whole” with the highly anticipated addition of Panthro. This week saw some great flashbacks, insane action and some nods to the original series that should get fans smiling.
Read on for our review of Thundercats Episode 5 – Old Friends.
Don’t forget to tun into tonight’s episode of Thundercats. This week we get the fifth episode, titled “Old Friends“. Last week, Panthro finally made his introduction. This week, he integrates himself into the Thundercats team and faces off with Grune!
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Panthro finally joins the team, but his gruff demeanor intimidates Lion-O. Despite his best efforts, Panthro can’t dissuade the Cats from following him on a mission to get Thundrillium to fuel the Thundertank. Plus, a mission leads Panthro to his old nemesis: Grune!
Panthro vs Grune ThunderCats! “Old Friends”
Panthro finally joins the team, but his gruff demeanor intimidates Lion-O. Despite his best efforts, Panthro can’t dissuade the Cats from following him on a mission to get Thundrillium to fuel the Thundertank. Plus, a mission leads Panthro to his old nemesis: Grune!
ThunderCats “Old Friends” airs this Friday, August 19 at 8:30/7:30c:
In the fourth episode of Thundercats, Lion-O and crew are on the run from a massive army of lizards. As they flee, they come face to face with a tiny race of plant people called the Petalars. While attempting to understand their new found allies, the Lizard men are ho on their trail…
Read on for our review of Song of the Petalars.
Just a friendly reminder, Thundercats episode 4 Song of the Petalars airs tonight. This week we see the epic return of Panthro and the Thundertank!
On the run from the unstoppable lizard army, Lion-O fears for his life. While hiding, he encounters a race of creatures who live out their entire lifetime in 24 hours, and learns a valuable lesson about hope. Plus, the highly anticipated debut of Panthro and the Thundertank!
You can discuss the episode in real time (and after airing) in our official discussion thread here: Thundercats Episode 4 – Song Of The Petalars Discussion.
EW.com has an exclusive first look at the next episode, Song of the Petalars. And boy is it a good one. Watch as the Thundertank roars onto the scene and we get our first glimpse of the real Panthro.
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Well that was fast. TV Shows On DVD has posted a press release from Warner Home Video announcing the Thundercats Season One – Book One 2-Disc DVD Set. The set is scheduled for release October 18, 2011 at a MSRP of $19.97. Included is an announcement trailer.
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A betrayal. A reluctant leader. A journey like no other. A roaring return for a mighty menagerie of animation icons. The Thundercats are back in an all-new animated series that purrs with sensational stories starring favorite characters. The exciting first eight episodes roar into action with the evil Mumm-Ra’s attack on the city of Thundera that destroys the cat civilization, leaving only a band of survivors – Tygra, Panthro, Snarf, Cheetara, Wily Kit and Wily Kat – and young prince Lion-O, the surviving ruler of his people.
As the threats of Mumm-Ra ring in their ears, these determined cats know what they must do: find the Book of Omens, which holds the key to their future. Using his powerful Sword of Omens to achieve “sight beyond sight,” Lion-O guides his friends across the lands, facing vicious foes and making new allies. Prowl with the Thundercats through their all-new adventure series, to the legendary temple that conceals their ancient secrets!
Warner Home Video has announced that the new 2011 series is coming home with Thundercats – Season 1, Book 1 on October 18th. The 2-disc package will cost $19.97 SRP and contain the first 8 episodes: “Omens, Part One”, “Omens, Part Two”, “Ramlak Rising”, “Song of the Petalars”, “Old Friends”, “Journey to the Tower of Omens”, “Legacy” and “The Duelist and the Drifter”. Voice cast includes Will Friedle (Kim Possible’s “Ron Stoppable”) as Lion-O, Emmanuelle Chriqui (Entourage), Madeleine Hall, Matthew Mercer, Eamon Pirruccello, and Clancy Brown (Lost, Starship Troopers, Carnivàle, Green Lantern, Jackie Chan Adventures, SpongeBob SquarePants’ “Mr. Crabs”, and “Lex Luthor” in Superman: The Animated Series and Justice League/Justice League Unlimited).
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The new Thundercats had extremely large shoes to fill. The original show is beloved by those who grew up in the 80’s, and there are more good episodes than bad, especially when compared to other shows from the era. But, unlike many of the more popular shows from the 80’s, Thundercats has lied dormant in a sea of legal red tape and false starts.
The first two episodes of the new Thundercats cartoon has premiered. It had something for fans old and new, and set up a potentially epic story for the first season. But, was it worth the wait? Was it as good as the trailers and clips led us to believe?
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