Dino-Riders
Series Overview
Dino-Riders is a cartoon television series that first aired in 1988. Dino-Riders was primarily a promotion to launch a new Tyco toy line. Only fourteen episodes were produced, three of which were produced on VHS for the United States. It aired in the U.S. as part of the Marvel Action Universe. The series focuses on the battle between the good Valorians and evil Rulons on prehistoric Earth. The Valorians were a super human race, whilst the Rulons were a mixture of humanoid creatures — both of which came from the future, however ended up transported back in time to the age of Dinosaurs. Once on Earth, the Valorians befriended dinosaurs whilst the Rulons brain-washed them.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 14 Episodes
22 min per episode
1988 – 1988
Premiered: Sat, Oct 1, 1988
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 14: “Ice Age Adventure”
The Rulons attack the Dino-Riders' camp just as they manage to successfully reactivate the S.T.E.P. on its new command center. When the victory is about to go to the Rulons, Astra and the commandos transport the S.T.E.P. to the safety of another time. But a miscalculation brings them to the Ice Age and in the middle of a war between some peaceful Cro-Magnons and a greedy tribe of Neanderthals. The commandos now have two missions: help their new allies defeat their enemies, and devise a plan to beat back Krulos's latest attack.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Kirchner
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General — Suitable for all audiences.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
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What is Dino-Riders about?
Dino-Riders is a cartoon television series that first aired in 1988. Dino-Riders was primarily a promotion to launch a new Tyco toy line. Only fourteen episodes were produced, three of which were produced on VHS for the United States. It aired in the U.S. as part of the Marvel Action Universe. The series focuses on the battle between the good Valorians and evil Rulons on prehistoric Earth. The Valorians were a super human race, whilst the Rulons were a mixture of humanoid creatures — both of which came from the future, however ended up transported back in time to the age of Dinosaurs. Once on Earth, the Valorians befriended dinosaurs whilst the Rulons brain-washed them.
How many seasons does Dino-Riders have?
Dino-Riders comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Dino-Riders?
Key cast members in Dino-Riders include Cam Clarke, Jack Angel, Charlie Adler, Frank Welker, Townsend Coleman.
Who created or directed Dino-Riders?
Dino-Riders was developed and directed by Paul Kirchner.