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Serpentorslair Staff · September 4, 2024

Reviving the Laughter: The ‘Police Academy’ Cartoon Series Returns on METVToons

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff1980s animated series, classic cartoons, METVToons network, Michael Winslow Police Academy, nostalgia TV shows, Police Academy animated series, Police Academy animation, Police Academy Captain Harris, Police Academy cartoon, Police Academy cartoon 1988, Police Academy cartoon episodes, Police Academy cartoon METVToons, Police Academy cartoon revival, Police Academy characters, Police Academy Chief Hurst, Police Academy revival, Police Academy Sgt. Larvell Jones, Police Academy TV series, Police Academy voice cast, Ron Rubin voice actor0 comment

In the vibrant tapestry of 1980s pop culture, few franchises stood out quite like “Police Academy.” Originally a raucous comedy film series that debuted in 1984, it quickly became a household name, spawning numerous sequels and, perhaps unexpectedly, an animated TV series. The “Police Academy” cartoon, which aired from 1988 to 1989, captured the essence of the films but tailored its humor for a younger audience, blending slapstick comedy with quirky characters. Now, decades later, this animated gem is enjoying a revival on the new METVToons network, much to the…

Revisiting the Chaos: Why the Original Police Academy Remains a Comedy Classic

August 15, 2024August 17, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff1980s comedy, 80s movies, classic comedy films, comedy classics, Hugh Wilson, Kim Cattrall, Michael Winslow sound effects, Police Academy cast, Police Academy characters, Police Academy franchise, Police Academy hijinks, Police Academy humor, Police Academy legacy, Police Academy movie, police satire, Steve Guttenberg0 comment

The 1980s were a golden age for comedy, and among the many memorable films that emerged from that decade, Police Academy (1984) stands out as a true classic. Directed by Hugh Wilson, this raucous, irreverent film didn’t just launch a successful franchise; it also became a cultural touchstone, celebrated for its hilarious characters, absurd hijinks, and sharp social commentary. Steve Guttenberg stars as Carey Mahoney, a charming, trouble-prone young man who joins the academy as a way to avoid jail time. Mahoney is the quintessential 80s wisecracker, and Guttenberg plays…