Back in the day when stunt cyclists soared to the zenith of the zeitgeist, a most unusual circus family roamed the byways and highways of Saturday morning. Led by eldest sibling Ernie Devlin (voice of Michael Bell), a daredevil stunt cyclist, aided by master mechanic younger bro Tod (voice of Mickey Dolenz) with little sister Sandy (Michelle Robinson) handling publicity, the Devlin clan travels across the country with a traveling circus in a too-cool camper, investigating a different kind of cartoon mystery -- that of the human condition. Thanks to the care and understanding of circus owner Hank (voice of Norman Alden), the Devlins have all the space they need for stunt-works and good-works. Among the problems tackled by the clan in this decidedly more adult- toned Hanna-Barbera classic are traumatic flashbacks, undocumented child immigrants, satanic rock idols and child runaways. 2-Disc, 16-Episode complete series collection.
J**D
CHILDHOOD MEMORIES
TAKE A TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE.....GREAT SET
T**G
Still a good cartoon series.
I remember watching this cartoon when it first aired back when I was a kid, because I was an Evil Knievel and Ghost Rider fanatic. After buying and binge watching the series on DVD, I was surprised to notice how consistent the storytelling is. There are recurring minor characters in multiple episodes and there are multiple references to previous events as the series progresses.
T**.
I was a kid again!!!
This was my show on Saturday mornings and your DVD set did not disappoint! I remembered most of them, if only the basic plot and not the entire dialog. Thanks for making my childhood come alive again!
T**S
Another obscure toon makes it way to DVD.
Wow! Color me shocked this made it to DVD. Is there really a demand for this toon? I can’t believe they are going to release this. This cartoon is definitely an acquired taste. It’s basically a PSA drama cartoon. I don’t think the kids will want to watch this. I would say this cartoon was aimed at 10 years olds and older. It only got 16 episodes in 74 and I’m not really surprised. It’s very slow and boring at times. I admit that upfront. It also has a ton of talking but that is the point. That being said I enjoyed watching this in the late 90’s when it was on the Cartoon Network. I’ve never seen this cartoon or even heard of it before the late 90s but it really grew on me as it played every Saturday late night. I was already an adult at this time so the concepts were not wasted on me. I personally like PSA cartoons when they are done well. This may be executed well but I get why it never caught on with the kids. The only real action are the motorcycle jumps. It’s pure nostalgia for me. Let’s face it; Ernie Devlin is an Evel Knievel type character. Before I even knew anyone’s name that is what made me take interest in this cartoon. When I was growing up Evel Knievel was a household name and this cartoon tries to cash in of his fame in the form of PSA’s for kids. I had the Evel Knievel stunt bike with action figure that you revved up and let go for your jumping pleasure. I had a lot of fun making ramps so I can see that baby go sky high. Oh, the hours of fun with that. This cartoon is worth adding to your Hanna-Barbera collection but I would say that this is for “you” only. I can’t see many children in today’s climate enjoying this cartoon. Give it a shot though. You never know. This is the norm with WB Archive now where you have 16 episodes spread out on 2 DVDs. 8 episodes a disc. I must say that the transfer look extremely well for this old toon. Maybe the Masters are in great condition or something. I don’t know but it looks excellent on my HDTV.
M**.
A little childhood nostalgia that lived up to the memories.
I remember loving this animated drama series as an Evel Knievel obsessed 6 year old, so when I found out the series was available on DVD, I had to have it. It did not disappoint. Old school family friendly stories that usually work in an improvised motorcycle stunt to save the day and teach a moral lesson.
C**N
good cartoon
didn't dislike nothing
A**R
How much I missed good t.v.
It reminded me of my childhood
H**E
A Great Series Ahead of Its Time.
Each and every episode of this limited series taught a valuable lesson about life and dealing with other people. My favorite cartoon in the 70's.
R**S
MOTORCYCLE FUN
Devlin is great cartoon of its era each episode lots of fun and something to learn from it.
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