The animated series 1987 tv show behind the voice actors. The animated series remained in production even as the popularity of the prime time alf began to wane. Season 2 dvd as well as the cartoonspecific releases alf animated adventures. Alf often spoke of life on his planet melmac so it seems the next brilliant step would be to show that zany place in a cartoon series even though alf s stories dont exactly match what happens on the cartoon. The series proper concluded with an unresolved cliffhanger, but the later tv movie, project alf, provided a series finale for the franchise. The show was an instant hit in germany, which was unfortunate for the german city of alf, located on the moselle river. Alf was hilarious as always, although the movie lacked the lighthearted whimsy of the tv series. The alf puppet made appearances at the beginning and end of the episodes to introduce the story. Alf tries to strong arm trash rights, but ends up having to agree to watch from the upstairs. Alf, follows the further adventures of alf after he parted company with the tanner family, and ended up on a military base. The animated series was a prequel and animated spinoff the prime time series alf, which had also aired on nbc from 1986 to 1990. The animated series, followed the adventures of the titular alien on his home planet of melmac, the show served as a prequel to the prime time, live action series, and elaborated on many of the jokes about alfs homeworld. Alf the animated series october 8, 1988 closing repeated december 31, 1988 duration.
The carol burnett show official recommended for you. In the early 2000s decade, alf appeared in a series of commercials for the 1010220 telephone service with former steelers quarterback terry bradshaw and wrestling legend hulk hogan. Alf the animated series was a spin off of the live action alf series and. Alf tales cartoon best cartoons from the 80s on 80stoons. Disney fox sued for age discrimination by fired the. Alf tales was a spinoff from the series that ran on the nbc television network. Alf tales was a spinoff from the series that also ran on nbc on saturdays from september, 1988 to december, 1989. Four seasons have been made of the original series, all in all including 102 episodes.
Watch alf animated adventures season 1 now on your favorite device. The series depicted alf s life back on his home planet of melmac. Alf tv series culture wikia fandom powered by wikia. I bought this product because i watched back in the 80s as alf became a number one television show. Alf has made guest appearances on a number of other television programs. Alf the animated series first aired on nbc in september 26, 1987 and. The animated series depicts alf s life on melmac before it exploded. Buy alf on dvd season 1, season 2, season 3, season 4, project. Animated by nelvana, droids featured the participation of several noted voice artists, and a number of elements of the series tied in to the prequel trilogy, and again to the force awakens. Watch all episodes of the alf sitcom right here on alf tv powered by hulu us viewers only. The series depicted alfs life back on his home planet of melmac. The animated series debuted on nbc on september 26, 1987 and ran for a total of two seasons.
Alf complete series seasons 1 2 3 4 new sealed 16 dvd 14. The animated series, set on alfs home planet of melmac, ran from 1987 to 1988 and was produced by dic entertainment. Since the name alf was an acronym short for alien life form and only given to gordon shumway later on earth, alf is never used in the animated series except for its title. Select episodes of both shows are included as special features on the alf. Since the name was the acronym for alien life form, it was never used in the show itself except for in the title. The animated version of alf also made an appearance in the allstar animated drug prevention television special cartoon allstars to the rescue in 1990. At the end of the episode, alf is reading a transformers comic. Alf scored its highest ratings during season 2 reaching tenth place in the. I really dont know yet about the cutting of some of the scenes in the episodes because its been so long since i watched alf i cant really remember. There are several contradictions to the many random and various mentions of melmac made by alf in the liveaction sitcom. It is a good wholesome comedy that all members of the family can watch. The menu screens were really energetic and nice to watch.
Alf buy dvd complete series box set collection tv series. Alf tales was a spinoff from the series that ran on the nbc television network on saturdays from august 1988 to december 1989. The saturday morning series lasted two seasons on nbc. Alf will be an amazing present for your kids and friends. The series was created by paul fusco and tom patchett and possibly alex adam, the same creators of the liveaction series. Alf the animated series was a spin off of the live action alf series and followed alf s adventures on his home planet of melmac with his family, his girlfriend rhonda and friends skip and sloop. The fairy tale was usually altered for comedic effect in a manner akin to fractured fairy. With len carlson, rob cowan, don francks, paul fusco. The animated series also known as alf on melmac is a 30minute saturday morning animated series that aired on nbc for 26 episodes from september 26, 1987 to january 7, 1989. It premiered on september 26, 1987 and ran for 26 episodes. Alf animated adventures 20,000 years in driving school. The alf cartoon series that was inspired by the prime time live action puppet series was a clever idea.
Store home specials newsletter feedback about us faq trust. Each episode depicts alf and his family in some kind of wacky situation. In addition, two animated alf series were produced, one called alf tales. There have been 662 episodes of the simpsons so far, but the upcoming 31st and 32nd seasons might be singing a different tune thanks to a new. Season two of alf premiered on september 21, 1987 with. Dead or alive 44 9 oct 89 were in the money 45 16 oct 89 mind games 46 23 oct 89 hooked on a feeling 47 30 oct 89 he aint heavy, hes willies brother 48 6 nov 89 the. The animated series entered its second season, it was paired in a.
Alf the animated series best 80s cartoons on 80s toons. Alf the animated series was a spin off of the live action alf series and followed alfs adventures on his home planet of melmac with his family, his girlfriend rhonda and friends skip and sloop. The animated series also known as alf on melmac is a 30minute saturday morning animated series and a spinoff based on the liveaction sitcom alf that aired for 102 episodes on nbc from september 22, 1986, to march 24, 1990. Episode number date aired title 41 18 sep 89 baby, come back season premiere 42 25 sep 89 lies 43 2 oct 89 wanted. Season two renewal for fox animated series april 6, 2020. The animated series, set on alfs home planet of melmac, ran from. We were all outraged when we found out that lionsgate used syndicated copies for season one, but for seasons two and on they label it on the back of the box in semismall print that this is indeed a syndicated version. Produced by alien productions, alf originally ran for four seasons and produced 99 episodes, including three onehour episodes try to remember, alfs special christmas, and tonight, tonight that were divided into two parts for syndication, totalling 102 episodes. Mar 02, 2009 the series ran on nbc for four seasons and 102 episodes. The animated series, set on alfs home planet of melmac, ran from 1987 to 1988, and was produced by dic entertainment. As the animated series takes place before alf s life on earth, he goes by his real name of gordon here. The adventures and misadventures of alf, under the real name gordon shumway, on his home planet of.
Alf tv series just watched this like 3 months ago with my bestie. The animated series is an animated spinoff television series of the original alf. It was produced by dic entertainment, alien productions, lorimartelepictures and saban entertainment. Alf is an american sitcom that aired on syndication from september 22, 1986, to march 24, 1990, spawning four seasons, 99 episodes and later a television movie in 1996. The animated series is the animated spinoff and prequel of alf. The series follows alf on his misadventures while on earth staying with. Aug 01, 2018 in recent years, the title character has popped up or been referenced on a number of tv series the. Alf is an american sitcom that aired on syndication from september 22. The complete animated series dvd, 2009, 8disc set 22 trending price. The animated series which featured characters from that series play various characters from fairy tales. The perfect alf animated gif for your conversation. As the animated series takes place before alfs life on earth, he goes by his real name of gordon here.
Like the liveaction series, the alf cartoon was an immediate hit. Buy dvd box set for yourself and have all positive emotions and feelings. We love this series so much that we will continue to buy each season until we have them all. Alf the animated series is a prequel to the live action sitcom alf, depicting alfs life back on his home planet of melmac. Alf season 3 dvd, 2006, 4disc set for sale online ebay. It also has some scenes of alfs animated series and at the beginning of each disc,show alf talks and tells about the episodes. The animated series is an animated cartoon spinoff based on the liveaction sitcom series alf. Only 9 episodes of the series have been released for purchase on dvd. Refimprove to capitalize on the success of the series, a spinoff animated series was produced, airing saturday mornings on nbc. It originally ran on nbc from 1987 to 1989 and had 26 halfhour episodes. Alf tales is an animated american series that ran on the nbc television network on saturdays from august 1988 to december 1989. The adventures and misadventures of alf, under the real name gordon shumway, on his home planet of melmac before he crashlanded on earth. The animated series or alf on melmac actually proved a clever animated twist in that it was a prequel to the popular live action television series.
Watch alf animated adventures season 1 prime video. Enjoy a rich lineup of tv shows and movies included with your prime membership. Seasons 14 dvd, 2012, canadian at the best online prices at ebay. The fairly oddparents hassle in the castle remy rides again ep. Alf appeared in a series of commercials for the 1010220 telephone service with former steelers quarterback terry bradshaw and wrestling legend hulk hogan. Alf the animated series is a prequel to the live action sitcom alf, depicting alf s life back on his home planet of melmac. Alf animated series originally aired on nbcs saturday morning block from. The complete animated series dvd collectrion number of seasons.
It stars an alien named gordon shumway, nicknamed alf abbreviation of alien life form, that crash landed on earth into the garage of the tanner family. My children have become big fans as well and this was purchased for them. The animated series depicts alfs life on melmac before it exploded. In this series, the action takes place on his home planet with alf going by his real name, gordon. Alf the animated series first aired on nbc in september 26, 1987 and was produced by dic entertainment and saban productions in association with alien productions. It also includes some chapters from the animated series and an easter egg in one of the dvds. The alf puppet made appearances at the beginning and end of the episodes to introduce the story, read fan mail, or provide commentary. The animated series, set on alf s home planet of melmac, ran from 1987 to 1988, and was produced by dic entertainment. The party is rained out, all the guests have to come inside, a drunk guest sees the family dog making a sandwich. The show had characters from that series play various characters from fairy tales. Alf is an american sitcom television series that aired on nbc from september 22, 1986. If you are looking for episodes of alfs hit talk show, please visit the bring back alf website.
The city limits signs, featuring the citys name, were stolen so many times that the city council decided to produce a huge number of signs for sale. To capitalize on the success of the series, a spinoff animated series arose and aired on saturday mornings on nbc. The animated version of alf also made an appearance in the allstar animated drugprevention television special cartoon allstars to the rescue in 1990. The animated series served as a prequel to the liveaction show, in an attempt to capitalize on the series popularity. Alf returned to series television on alfs hit talk show for tv land. The animated series season 2, episode 7 hooray for mellywood. Id like to see some episodes of the two animated series as extras on future releases. Alf tales is a 30minute saturday morning animated series that aired on nbc from september 10, 1988 to december 9, 1989. Alf often spoke of life on his planet melmac so it seems the. Alf is back on dvd one last time with the final season, season 4 the syndicated version. It lasted for two seasons, and spawned a spinoff, alf tales in which the. In recent years, the title character has popped up or been referenced on a number of tv series the. The animated series is an animated spinoff television series of the original alf series. Dec 19, 2019 alf tales is a 30minute saturday morning animated series that aired on nbc from september 10, 1988 to december 9, 1989.
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