"I am Adam, prince of Eternia, defender of the secrets of Castle Grayskull. This is Cringer, my fearless friend. Fabulous secret powers were revealed to me the day I held aloft my magic sword and said, "By the power of Grayskull! I have the power!" Cringer became the mighty Battle Cat, and I became He-Man, the most powerful man in the universe! Only three others share this secret: Our friends, the Sorceress, Man-At-Arms, and Orko. Together we defend Castle Grayskull from the evil forces of Skeletor!"
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe is an American animated television series produced by Filmation, based on Mattel's toy line, Masters of the Universe[1]. The show debuted in both the US and the UK on September 5, 1983, and a total of 130 episodes were made across two seasons[1]. It follows the adventures of Prince Adam, who transforms into He-Man, the most powerful man in the universe, to protect the planet Eternia from the evil forces of Skeletor[2].
The series was notable for its action-packed episodes and moral lessons, often delivered by He-Man at the end of each episode[1]. It was one of the most popular animated shows of the 1980s and had a significant impact on the syndicated cartoon market[1].
In the UK, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe was broadcast on ITV and quickly gained popularity among British audiences, becoming a staple of children's television during its run. It was often aired during the after-school time slot, making it accessible to a wide range of viewers[3].
In order of first-time broadcast on ITV.
Sep 1983 / Jan-Mar 1984
05: The Time Corridor
January 9, 1984
06: The Dragon Invasion
January 16, 1984
07: Like Father, Like Daughter
January 23, 1984
08: The Cat And The Spider
January 30, 1984
09: Evil-Lyn's Plot
February 6, 1984
10: Reign Of The Monster
February 13, 1984
11: Prince Adam No More
February 20, 1984
12: Disappearing Act
February 27, 1984
13: Dawn Of Dragoon
March 5, 1984
14: Song Of Celice
March 12, 1984
15: Creatures From The Tar Swamp
March 19, 1984
16: The Dragon's Gift
March 26, 1984
Jul-Dec 1984
17: A Friend In Need
July 30, 1984
18: The Defection
August 6, 1984
19: The Sleepers Awaken
August 13, 1984
20: Daimar The Demon
August 20, 1984
There was no episode on August 27, 1984 due to Bank Holiday sports coverage.
21: Wizard Of Stone Mountain
September 3, 1984
22: Ordeal In the Darklands
September 10, 1984
22: A Beastly Sideshow
September 17, 1984
23: Masks Of Power
September 24, 1984
24: The Shaping Staff
October 1, 1984
25: Orko's Favorite Uncle
October 8, 1984
26: The Cosmic Comet
October 15, 1984
27: The Search
October 22, 1984
28: It's Not My Fault
October 29, 1984
29: Valley Of Power
November 5, 1984
30: The Royal Cousin
November 12, 1984
31: Temple Of The Sun
November 19, 1984
32: Quest For He-Man
November 26, 1984
33: The Return Of Orko's Uncle
December 3, 1984
34: The Taking Of Grayskull
December 10, 1984
35: Trouble In Arcadia
December 17, 1984
The series took a break for the Christmas and New Year period.
1985
36: The Starchild
January 7, 1985
37: Game Plan
January 14, 1985
38: Temple Of The Sun
January 21, 1985
39: Return Of The Gryphon
January 28, 1985
40: Keeper Of The Ancient Ruins
February 4, 1985
41: Eternal Darkness
February 11, 1985
42: The Mystery Of Man-E-Faces
February 18, 1985
43: Orko's Missing Magic
February 25, 1985
44: Teela's Trail
March 4, 1985
45: Castle Of Heroes
March 11, 1985
46: Evilseed
March 18, 1985
47: Pawns Of the Game Master
March 25, 1985
52: ?
May 13, 1985
Jan-Jun 1986
Sep-Dec 1986
Jan-Jun 1987
Sep-Dec 1987
Jan-Apr 1988
Jul-Aug 1988
Dec 1988 - Jan 1989
Jul-Sep 1989
Dec 1989 - Jan 1990
Jul-Aug 1990