'70s Sci-Fi Cartoons That Deserve A Modern Reboot
The '70s were a transformative time for sci-fi, but many great cartoons were let down by the decade's limitations – and these shows need a second chance.
Sealab 2020, a Hanna-Barbera cartoon from 1972, was an underwater adventure with environmental themes. Despite its brief run, it paved the way for adult animation on Cartoon Network. A non-parody revival of Sealab 2020 could follow a diverse cast of science-minded characters exploring the ocean floor, similar to Star Trek.
Godzilla, the King of the Monsters, has seen a resurgence in popularity recently. A reboot of the 1978 Hanna-Barbera cartoon, which toned down Godzilla's iconic destruction, could capitalize on the monster's fame in a more light-hearted and comedic way.
The forgotten 1977 superhero series Space Sentinels followed three teens from antiquity who gained superpowers on a distant planet and protected Earth as Hercules, Mercury, and Astrea. Though short-lived, this series was progressive for its time, featuring a Chinese character, Mercury, and a Black female leader, Astrea. A modern adaptation of Space Sentinels could celebrate its diversity and historical setting.
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