Beetleborgs & 9 Other Great Superhero TV Shows Everyone Forgets About

Superheroes have always been a part of everyone's television watching experience. From cult classics like Power Rangers to big Hollywood franchises on the big screen migrating and those on streaming services, many people had their favorite TV superhero that they rooted for as a kid.

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While shows like 1990s The Flash and The Tick from 1994 are often remembered, there are other heroes shows that have been buried in people's memories. Whether it's the shows that were inspired by teenagers with attitude or even a new version of mutant turtles that didn't last that long, these shows will bring back memories and have fans itching to rewatch them for nostalgic purposes.

10 Black Scorpion (2001)

The 2000s had many television shows that didn't make it very far past one or two seasons, but some might recall a 2001 show on the older Sci-Fi channel titled Black Scorpion. The intro to the show said it all: "In the light of day, Darcy Walker (Michelle Lintel) is a cop, but in the dark of night, she becomes ... Black Scorpion. Doing with the mask what she can’t do with the badge.”

The show was based on a TV movie from 1996 of the same name. Darcy Walker's life changed when her father is shot by a crooked DA and the charges were dropped. By night, she becomes a vigilante eradicating Angel City of crime and evil, while also keeping her day job as a detective.

9 Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation (1997)

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have always been a fan favorite when it comes to TV shows and movies. The teen turtles have gone through a couple of reboots over the years and many might have forgotten that in 1997, there was a television show that only lasted one season, Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation.

This version was slightly different than what fans were used to. The superhero team included a female turtle called Venus (Nicole Parker and Leslie Sponberg) and their biggest enemy wasn't Shredder. Instead, it was humanoid dragons called "The Rank." Fans of Power Rangers will remember a special crossover event with this show.

8 Captain Planet And The Planeteers (1990)

When it comes to kid show's, superheroes always need to convey an underlying message. The 1990 animated cartoon Captain Planet and the Planeteers is tagged as an environmentalist superhero television series and it's easy to guess why. As the story goes, the spirit of Earth grows tired with the destruction plaguing the planet and so she gives five magic rings to five individuals.

The five individuals come from different parts of the world and with the rings, they summon Earth's mightiest hero, Captain Planet (voiced by David Coburn). Each episode dealt with an environmental or political issue and it was up to the characters to find a more sustainable and green solution.

7 Mystic Knights Of Tir Na Nog (1998)

Anyone who grew up in the late '90s might have flashbacks when remembering the 1998 show, Mystic Knights of Tir Na Nog. The fantasy-adventure show took place in ancient Ireland and was created by Saban. The show's concept was loosely based on Irish mythology and even the name is derived from one of the Otherworlds.

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The story starts with an evil queen who wants power and uses magic to create monsters. To protect his kingdom, the King sends his druid apprentice in search of a prophesied hero. Joining their journey is the King's daughter and prince. Together they harness the power of mystical weapons and control over the elements.

6 Thundercats (1985)

Despite Thundercats having aired in 1985, it continued to be a highly talked about animated hero show for years. It developed into a huge media franchise, all thanks to its creator Tobin "Ted" Wolf. The show was based around a group of cat-like humanoid aliens on a planet called Third Earth.

When their home planet of Thundera is dying, they have no choice but to flee. Of course, every superhero team needs an evil foe to face. While fleeing, they are attacked by the Mutants of Plun-Darr. Their enemies want possession of the mystic Sword of Omens that harnesses the Eye of Thundera. Fans also can't forget the catchy theme song.

5 Ultraman (1966)

Ultraman is likely one of the most well-recognized superhero figures in both Japan and the U.S. The Ultra Series, also known as Ultraman, first started in 1966 with a Japanese tokusatsu science fiction show. It was the first series to showcase the character before Ultraman became a household name and the character would go on to appear in many different franchise installments.

The plot was based on Earth being threatened by alien enemies and ginormous monsters. Earth and its inhabitants relied on a defense agency called Science Patrol. When their cool gadgets prove useless, one of the agency's members has the solution and transforms himself into a giant alien called Ultraman. His comrades have no idea of his real identity.

4 Bibleman (1995)

Seeing as superheroes were such a hot commodity amongst young audiences, it led to the creation of a Christian children's series. The main hero of the show might seem familiar in many ways, mostly due to his costume, which closely resembles Batman's, and his weapon of choice was similar to a Star Wars lightsaber.

Bibleman told the story of a man who finds a new purpose and promises to fight evil in the name of God. The series was largely a success that led to many different installments. There was even a live-action play. In 2016, the famed Christian hero went animated in the show Bibleman: The Animated Adventures.

3 Masked Rider (1995)

Fans of Power Rangers know that a majority of the original shows created by Saban were adaptations of the Japanese originals. In 1995, Saban tried once again to create another hit hero show. This time it was Masked Rider, adapted from the Japanese 1988 series, Kamen Rider Black RX.

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The show is also tagged as being a spinoff show of the Mighty Morphin series. Prince Dex (Ted Jan Roberts) harnesses the powers of the Masked Rider that's been passed down through generations. He's sent to Earth to stop his evil uncle, Count Dregon (Ken Ring), who will stop at nothing to harness the Masked Rider Powers.

2 VR Troopers (1994)

VR Troopers! Fans of the show will automatically remember the show's theme song. VR Troopers was once again another attempt by Saban to dominate the live-action superhero genre of television and also an adaptation of a Japanese children's show.

The show tried to use the hype of virtual reality that was growing in the mid-90s. Three teenagers stumble upon a secret lab owned by one of the character's long-lost father and his comrade. Here, they learn of their research into virtual reality and the discovery of a "VR" dimension riddled with monsters. With the help of armored technology, they stop the monsters from breaking into true reality.

1 Big Bad Beetleborgs (1996)

It's safe to say that Saban was responsible for many fantastic live-action hero shows in the late '90s. Another gem was the show, Big Bad Beetleborgs. The storyline for the show is interesting - three average kids enter the haunted Hillhurst Mansion and find themselves chased by real monsters. They soon meet a phasm who grants them one wish in exchange for its freedom.

Their wish is to become their favorite heroes, the Big Bad Beetleborgs. The wish is granted but it comes with one small problem: the comic book heroes' sworn enemy also comes to life and summons monsters from the comics to destroy them.

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April 03, 2021 at 05:30AM