SilverHawks
From the creators of ThunderCats, this series moved the action into space with metallic heroes. It aired frequently during its run, yet never achieved the same cultural staying power as its better-known counterpart.
Bravestarr
A mix of Western and sci-fi, Bravestarr featured a space marshal with mystical abilities. Its unusual genre blend made it stand out, but it remains less remembered despite its strong presence in late ’80s programming blocks.
M.A.S.K.
Blending military action with transforming vehicles, M.A.S.K. was essentially a middle ground between G.I. Joe and Transformers. It was widely broadcast and supported by toys, yet has largely slipped out of mainstream nostalgia.
C.O.P.S.
A futuristic crime-fighting series, C.O.P.S. followed a specialized police force battling high-tech criminals. It fit perfectly into the decade’s action-heavy cartoon lineup but didn’t maintain the same long-term visibility.
The Littles
Centered on tiny humanoid creatures living secretly among humans, The Littles leaned more into family-friendly storytelling. It aired consistently throughout the decade but is rarely mentioned alongside bigger animated hits today.
Kidd Video
This music-driven cartoon followed a band transported into a cartoon world. Mixing live-action segments with animation, it was a distinctly ’80s experiment that felt omnipresent at the time but is now largely forgotten.
