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The Fantastic Four

Series Overview

The second independent animated adaptation of Marvel's Fantastic Four, consisting of 13 episodes. This series is the premiere for the robot H.E.R.B.I.E., as the Human Torch was unable to be used in the show due to a rights issue.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedScripted
Original Network
NBC
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 13 Episodes

24 min per episode

Air Date Window

1978 – 1978

Premiered: Sat, Sep 9, 1978

Created By
Jack KirbyJack Kirby
Stan LeeStan Lee

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sat, Dec 16, 1978

Season 1, Episode 13: “Blastarr, The Living Bomb Burst”

Reed's new experiment yields in the discovery of another dimension known as the Negative Zone. He wants to see if the Zone contains new power sources to help the Earth's energy crisis. Sue then shows the team Lockjaw, the Inhumans' giant teleporting dog, who she borrowed from Medusa. With Lockjaw's help, Ben and Sue are able to teleport themselves to the Negative Zone to retrieve mineral samples. While in the Zone, they come under attack by winged creatures, but manage to defeat them. They soon discover a very large cocoon and realize that the creatures were trying to keep them away from it. Sue hears a heartbeat coming from the cocoon and Reed tells here to bring it back with them. Feeling tired and overworked, the Four decide to go out for dinner leaving Lockjaw to guard the cocoon. Feeling rejected, Lockjaw looks to the cocoon for company. Soon the cocoon bursts open, revealing the evil Blastaar, capable of firing enormous power bolts from his hands. Having overheard the Four talk of Lockjaw's teleporting abilities, he uses the dog to take him all over New York, destroying anything in his way. The team attempt to stop him, but with Lockjaw's help, Blastaar always gets away. The Fantastic Four are left with having to track Blastaar down and imprison him again.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Fantastic Four (1978) INTRO

Type: Opening Credits • Published 2010-04-15

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jack Kirby, Stan Lee

Producers

Friz Freleng, David H. DePatie, Lee Gunther

Department Leadership Roster

Friz Freleng

Friz Freleng

Producer

David H. DePatie

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TV-Y7

TV-Y7: Directed to Older Children — Designed for children age 7 and above.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-Y7

Directed to Older Children — Designed for children age 7 and above.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Fantastic Four.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fantastic Four

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What is The Fantastic Four about?

The second independent animated adaptation of Marvel's Fantastic Four, consisting of 13 episodes. This series is the premiere for the robot H.E.R.B.I.E., as the Human Torch was unable to be used in the show due to a rights issue.

How many seasons does The Fantastic Four have?

The Fantastic Four comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Fantastic Four?

Key cast members in The Fantastic Four include Mike Road, Ted Cassidy, Ginny Tyler, Frank Welker, Dick Tufeld.

Who created or directed The Fantastic Four?

The Fantastic Four was developed and directed by Jack Kirby, Stan Lee.