Cartoons released in 1981

2,038 cartoons ← 1980 1982 →

  1. Dogtanian Meets His Match

    November 13, 1981 TV Episode BRB Internacional, Nippon Animation

    D'Artacan sees the man with the black mustache, Count Rochefort, and, while pursuing him, manages to offend each of the Three Muskehounds in turn. He has to fight a duel against each of the…

  2. Kurosusuicchi

    November 13, 1981 Season 3, no. 3-140 TV Episode Shin-Ei Animation, Studio Take, Studio Joke, NTV Animation,…

    Featuring Nobita Nobi, Doraemon, Shizuka Minamoto, Takeshi "Gian" Goda, Suneo Honekawa, Dorami, Nobisuke Nobi, Tamako Nobi

  3. Ninpou Moguri Kage Ni Chousen Suru De Gozaru No Maki

    November 13, 1981 Season 1, no. 141 TV Episode Shinei, Pan Media

    Featuring Kanzou Hattori, Kenichi Sanyo, Shinzo, Shishimaru, Yumeko, Kemumaki, Kagechiyo the Shadow-cat

  4. Papa No Gekkyuu Soudou

    November 13, 1981 Season 3, no. 3-139 TV Episode Shin-Ei Animation, Studio Take, Studio Joke, NTV Animation,…

    Featuring Nobita Nobi, Doraemon, Shizuka Minamoto, Takeshi "Gian" Goda, Suneo Honekawa, Dorami, Nobisuke Nobi, Tamako Nobi

  5. A New Kit On The Block

    November 14, 1981 No. 061-031 TV Episode Ruby-Spears Productions

    Featuring Heathcliff, Spike, Muggsy, Iggy, Mr. Shultz, Milkman, Clem, Digby, Dogsnatcher

  6. Around The World In 80 Ways

    November 14, 1981 TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    Inspired by TV's prime time comedy series "Happy Days"- Fonzie, Richie, & Ralph meet up with a futuristic girl named Cupcake who landed her traveling time machine in front of Arnolds in 195…

  7. Baby Sitting Shenanigans

    November 14, 1981 No. 10-A TV Episode Ruby-Spears Productions

    Featuring Marmaduke, Mr. Post, Barbie Winslow

  8. Bermuda Trollangle

    November 14, 1981 Season 1, no. 10-A TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    A cartoon troll version of the Dukes of Hazzard.

  9. Born Flea

    November 14, 1981 Season 2, no. 22-A TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    Richie Rich is a young boy who is the richest kid in the world. Along with his friends and his dog, Dollar, they went on all sorts of adventures around the world.

  10. Double Trouble

    November 14, 1981 TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    Kwicky Koala followed the eucalyptus-eating title creature as he eluded the pursuit of Wilfred Wolf.

  11. Gargamel The Generous

    November 14, 1981 Season 1, no. 8120B TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios, SEPP International

    An accidental discovery of diamonds by Clumsy attracts Gargamel's attention.

  12. Heratos

    November 14, 1981 Season 1, no. 4 TV Episode DiC Entertainment, France 3, RTL-TVi, Tokyo Movie Shinsha

    Aeolus, the guardian of the cosmic winds, lures Ulysses to his space-station as a form of entertainment for its inhabitants. In order to leave, Ulysses must complete a series of dangerous g…

  13. House Of Funny Candy

    November 14, 1981 Season 1, no. 141 TV Episode Tatsunoko Productions

    Featuring Koyomi Himeguri, Wataru Toki, Julie Kokematsu, Alan Sukadon, Princess Mirenjo, Daikyojin, Prince Komaro, Daara

  14. How Human

    November 14, 1981 Season 2, no. 22-B TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    Richie Rich is a young boy who is the richest kid in the world. Along with his friends and his dog, Dollar, they went on all sorts of adventures around the world.

  15. Ken Neko Docchi Ga Erai Ka No Maki

    November 14, 1981 Season 1, no. 142 TV Episode Shinei, Pan Media

    Featuring Kanzou Hattori, Kenichi Sanyo, Shinzo, Shishimaru, Yumeko, Kemumaki, Kagechiyo the Shadow-cat

  16. Kitty Sitter

    November 14, 1981 No. 10-B TV Episode Ruby-Spears Productions

    Featuring Marmaduke, Mr. Post, Barbie Winslow

  17. Menace Of The Medallion

    November 14, 1981 Ruby-Spears Productions

    Featuring Goldie Gold, Jack Travis, Nugget, Sam Gritt

  18. Quiz Whiz Kid

    November 14, 1981 TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    Featuring George Bungle, Joey Bungle

  19. Revenge Of The Green Goblin

    November 14, 1981 (estimated) TV Episode Marvel Productions, Ltd.

    Norman Osborn shows up as the Green Goblin to cause Spidey trouble.

  20. See Saw Claws

    November 14, 1981 TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    Crazy Claws was a wildcat with Groucho Marx voice and eyebrows. Skunk-capped Rawhide Clyde and his wicked mutt Bristletooth tried to catch Crazy Claws, who escaped from trouble with a combi…

  21. Stilts

    November 14, 1981 TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    Featuring George Bungle, Joey Bungle

  22. Supertroll

    November 14, 1981 Season 1, no. 10-B TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    A cartoon troll version of the Dukes of Hazzard.

  23. The Adominable Snowbeast

    November 14, 1981 Season 1, no. 8120A TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios, SEPP International

    The Smurfs encounter a snow creature that turns out to be friendly with Smurfette.

  24. The Air Whales Of Anchar

    November 14, 1981 TV Episode Filmation Associates

    John Blackstar, an intergalactic soldier of fortune, is sucked in by a black hole and into a distant part of our universe. He finds himself stranded on the planet Sagar, where the Overlord…

  25. The Airport Caper!

    November 14, 1981 TV Episode Filmation Associates

    Night Owl goes to the airport to steal some gold and two tiger cubs. Mr. Tawny goes after the winged villain on his own, and is also captured.

  26. The Collector

    November 14, 1981 Season 2, no. 22-C TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    Richie Rich is a young boy who is the richest kid in the world. Along with his friends and his dog, Dollar, they went on all sorts of adventures around the world.

  27. The Hundredth Smurf

    November 14, 1981 Season 1, no. 8119 TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios, SEPP International

    When Papa Smurf discovers that there are only ninety-nine Smurfs, he becomes desperate for a hundredth one. Vanity's reflection comes to life, but it can only talk backwards, doing the oppo…

  28. The Name Of Magistrate Judge

    November 14, 1981 Season 1, no. 42 TV Episode Sunrise Inc.

    Featuring Robot King Daioja, Prince Edward Mito, Baron Kaikusu, Duke Skead, Flora Shinobu, King Tokugar

  29. The Not So Great Outdoors

    November 14, 1981 No. HH 64010 TV Episode Filmation Associates

    On their way to a football game, the Hero High kids are on a bus that breaks down in the "great outdoors." Forced to spend a night under the stars, the super teens find surprises galore!

  30. The Romeo And Juliet Act

    November 14, 1981 TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    Featuring George Bungle, Joey Bungle

  31. The Take Over

    November 14, 1981 TV Episode Filmation Associates

    Zorro must think fast when a bandit kidnaps the Governor General, and has himself declared ruler of California.

  32. The Vengeance Of Loki

    November 14, 1981 (estimated) No. 6010 TV Episode Marvel Productions, Ltd.

    During a government mission to rescue a sinking ocean liner at the North Pole, the Spider-Friends and the Mighty Thor discover a frozen Viking ship. The ship contains one of two ancient gem…

  33. Urban Cowdawg

    November 14, 1981 TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    Dirty Dawg and his chum Ratso lived in a city garbage dump, fighting the man (in the form of police officer Bullhorn) while trying to get a meal.

  34. When The Moon Comes Over The Werewolf

    November 14, 1981 TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Productions, Paramount Television

    Prime-time characters Laverne and Shirley are army privates.

  35. ZKo! Akachan Pawa

    November 14, 1981 TV Episode Tokyo Movie Shinsha

    Featuring Spank, Aiko Morimura, Uncle, Pappy, Osaku-san, Sensei, Ryo, Fujinami, Futaba, Serino, Shinako, Masaya Tsukahara, Tora Kichi

  36. Do Not Throw Away The Hircine

    November 15, 1981 No. 46 TV Episode Nippon Animation

    Flone and her family were on their way to Australia from Switzerland when their ship wrecked and they landed on an inhabited island. Relying on a strong conviction that they will return one…

  37. Ôsewa Nara Makasete

    November 15, 1981 Season 1, no. 728-C TV Episode Fuji TV

    Featuring Sazae Fuguta, Masuo Fuguta, Tarao Fuguta, Norisuke Namino, Fune Isono, Taiko Namino, Saburô, Ukie Isasaka, Mitsuko Hama, Katsuo Isono, Kaori Ôzora, R…

  38. Saabisu Seishin

    November 15, 1981 Season 1, no. 728-A TV Episode Fuji TV

    Featuring Sazae Fuguta, Masuo Fuguta, Tarao Fuguta, Norisuke Namino, Fune Isono, Taiko Namino, Saburô, Ukie Isasaka, Mitsuko Hama, Katsuo Isono, Kaori Ôzora, R…

  39. Tarâchan To Deeto

    November 15, 1981 Season 1, no. 728-B TV Episode Fuji TV

    Featuring Sazae Fuguta, Masuo Fuguta, Tarao Fuguta, Norisuke Namino, Fune Isono, Taiko Namino, Saburô, Ukie Isasaka, Mitsuko Hama, Katsuo Isono, Kaori Ôzora, R…

  40. Men's Battle

    November 16, 1981 (estimated) Season 1, no. 25 TV Episode Tôei Company Ltd.

    Featuring Tetsuo Aku/Tiger Mask II, Armor Hassan, Mina Saiga, Midori Ariyoshi, Saiga, Ishimatsu, Junko Tachibana), Kazuya Tachibana

  41. Ninnin To Taeru Ga Ninja De Gozaru No Maki

    November 16, 1981 Season 1, no. 143 TV Episode Shinei, Pan Media

    Featuring Kanzou Hattori, Kenichi Sanyo, Shinzo, Shishimaru, Yumeko, Kemumaki, Kagechiyo the Shadow-cat

  42. The Extraordinary Odd Dilemma Of Dennis The Badger

    November 16, 1981 TV Episode PolyScope BV, KidPix Productions

    After an accident Dennis the Badger turns very nasty. To return his sunny disposition the Cosmic Cat tells Dr. Snuggles he needs gold dust from the distant Sun Mountain, beyond Dream Bubble…

  43. Snow Foolin'

    November 17, 1981 Season 1, no. 61 TV Episode Hanna-Barbera Studios

    Fort Dragg has been covered in a deep snow. Sgt. Bertha Blast orders Olive Oyl and Alice the Goon to clear a path so that Colonel Crumb can get to an airplane before it leaves for Hawaii. O…

  44. Suwa! Jishin De Gozaru No Maki

    November 17, 1981 Season 1, no. 144 TV Episode Shinei, Pan Media

    Featuring Kanzou Hattori, Kenichi Sanyo, Shinzo, Shishimaru, Yumeko, Kemumaki, Kagechiyo the Shadow-cat

  45. The Lost Planet

    November 17, 1981 Season 1, no. 2 TV Episode DiC Entertainment, France 3, RTL-TVi, Tokyo Movie Shinsha

    Coming across an unchartered planet which they learn was Zatra's holiday planet, the group, accompanied by Numinor (who has been woken up by the prescence of the planet) discover all the pe…

  46. Uragitta Jorii

    November 17, 1981 Season 1, no. 133 TV Episode Toho Productions. Co-Produced By: Visual 80 Productions, MK…

    Featuring Sebastian, Jolly, Poochie, Garcia, Old Seasal. English Characters: Sebastian, Belle, Poochie, Grandfather Cecil, Anne-Marie, Isabel, Sarah

  47. Nayameru Uirusu

    November 18, 1981 Season 1, no. 105-B TV Episode Kitty Film

    Sakura found employment in Ataru's school as the school nurse.

  48. Pat's Difficult Day

    November 18, 1981 No. 10 TV Episode Woodland Animations Ltd., Cosgrove Hall Films

    When Pat wakes up late, it is just the start of a bad day.

  49. Tokudane Wo Sagasu De Gozaru No Maki

    November 18, 1981 Season 1, no. 145 TV Episode Shinei, Pan Media

    Featuring Kanzou Hattori, Kenichi Sanyo, Shinzo, Shishimaru, Yumeko, Kemumaki, Kagechiyo the Shadow-cat

  50. Virus In Distress

    November 18, 1981 Season 1, no. 105-A TV Episode Kitty Film

    Ataru ran away from home as he can't stand the pressure of living with Lum and bumps into Sakura into doing so.