Today’s animated realm is a duller place without Cyril in it (Picture: Skywriter Media & Entertainment Group)

Some fantastic cartoons came out of the 80s.

True that a lot from that era were geared towards flogging an accompanying toyline, but still, while the decade its self was a bit of a mixed bag the one thing that remained consistent was how amazing children’s TV was.

From the epic theme tunes of The Poddington Peas and The Cities Of Gold to the sheer ridiculousness that was the premise of The Shoe People and the frankly shite, but still endearing animation of Willo The Wisp – what wasn’t to like?

1. The Poddington Peas


Naturally a ruse to get you to eat your greens, but the theme tune was catchy as hell.





2. The Shoe People:

Wonder how many kids were terrified that their shoes were going to suddenly come to life after watching this…



3. The Raccoons:

Cyril Sneer, quite possibly the most terrifying animated pink aardvark EVER.



4. Mysterious Cities Of Gold

*Sings* Ahhh, ahhhhh, ahhhhh



5. Jimbo

A bit of a rip-off of Thomas The Tank Engine, but this talking plane still holds a place in our hearts.

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6. Around The World With Willy Fog

Was it just us who were terrified by the wolf with flashing eyes?



7. Henry’s Cat

Just who was Henry? Such questions still haunt us.



8. Willo The Wisp

EVERY single character was voiced by Kenneth Williams, what wasn’t to like?



9. Dungeons And Dragons

Group of kids go on a fairground ride and disappear after being whisked off to a magical land.

The big question – did they ever get home?



10. Moon Dreamers:

This cutesy little show followed Itsy and Bitsy’s journey to become fully fledged Moon Dreamers, whose mission it was to help bring sweet dreams to the children of earth.

Meant as a filler during My Little Pony And Friends, it ran for just 16 episodes, but still had its own doll line where the hair would glow in the dark.



11. Disney’s Adventures of the Gummi Bears:

What just exactly was the secret ingredient in this Gummi Berry Juice that everyone wanted to get their hands on?





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