Photos: What Hollywood's done to your childhood 'Jem' – Then: "Jem," the 1980s cartoon series about battling all-girl rock bands, was a cult hit. Now: "Jem and the Holograms" arrives in theaters Friday, directed by Jon Chu. Jem's not the only animated '80s star who's being brought back to life for a new generation. Hide Caption 1 of 12

Photos: What Hollywood's done to your childhood 'Jonny Quest' – Then: "Jonny Quest" was much beloved to generations of TV viewers, thanks to many animated reboots since the 1960s (and the popular Adult Swim parody "Venture Bros."). Now: Robert Rodriguez is set to direct a live-action movie. Hide Caption 2 of 12

Photos: What Hollywood's done to your childhood Rainbow Brite – Then: More than 30 years ago, Hallmark introduced its color-loving character Rainbow Brite. Now: The young heroine who entertained a generation of kids in the '80s is returning as part of an animated original series on Feeln, an on-demand service. Hide Caption 3 of 12

Photos: What Hollywood's done to your childhood 'Transformers' – Then: In the '80s, the Transformers were best known as the awesome robots that could turn into cool cars -- and had a TV show to match. Now: Michael Bay has taken the toy line and transformed them into formidable live-action box office giants. Hide Caption 4 of 12

Photos: What Hollywood's done to your childhood 'G.I. Joe' – Then: Remember playing with American hero G.I. Joe? This was another classic action figure that also came with his own animated cartoon. Now: Everyone who grew up with the toy soldier saw him brought to life with 2009's live-action "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra." Hide Caption 5 of 12

Photos: What Hollywood's done to your childhood 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' – Then: The late '80s introduced a cartoon crew of lovable warrior turtles who ate pizza like most kids wish they could (as in all day long, every day of the week). Now: They're mammoth creatures brought to life by CGI that also like to hit on Megan Fox. Hide Caption 6 of 12

Photos: What Hollywood's done to your childhood 'The Smurfs' – Then: "The Smurfs" was the kind of cartoon that could keep an '80s kid captivated for hours, despite the fact that episodes could include a lesson and always ended the same way, with the nefarious Gargamel defeated once again. Now: They're still small and blue but are more liable to be found running around New York accompanied by Neil Patrick Harris. Hide Caption 7 of 12

Photos: What Hollywood's done to your childhood 'Alvin and the Chipmunks' – Then: Before getting hooked on "Chip N Dale: Rescue Rangers," most kids in the mid-'80s were huge fans of the chubby-cheeked trio of brothers that starred in "Alvin and the Chipmunks." Now: The chipmunk bros have been upgraded with CGI and now appear at the movies, where they do their best takes on Lady Gaga and Rihanna. Hide Caption 8 of 12

Photos: What Hollywood's done to your childhood 'Inspector Gadget' – Then: The tales of Penny and her bumbling inspector dad were always good for a laugh and a few "wow" moments at Inspector Gadget's toys. Now: Matthew Broderick played the inspector in 1999's live-action take on the cartoon. Hide Caption 9 of 12

Photos: What Hollywood's done to your childhood 'Strawberry Shortcake' – Then: Strawberry Shortcake and her group of deliciously named friends were some of the sweetest characters of the '80s. Like Rainbow Brite, the character was spun off a greeting card to include TV movies and toys. Now: You can find the new version of Strawberry Shortcake on Hub's "Strawberry Shortcake's Berry Bitty Adventures." Hide Caption 10 of 12

Photos: What Hollywood's done to your childhood 'My Little Pony' – Then: The My Little Pony line of tiny horses inspired a "collect them all" mentality that was so intense it inspired TV series and a movie. Now: The My Little Pony love has shifted from the toys to Hub's "My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic." And instead of a fan base made up primarily of young girls, the new "My Little Pony" series has a really vocal adult male contingent -- a.k.a. "bronies." Hide Caption 11 of 12