Pink Panther and Pals (Boomerang, Cartoon Network)

In PINK PANTHER AND PALS, stars of the 1960s cartoon The Pink Panther return to the animated screen as younger versions of themselves, carrying on the mayhem that endeared the original series to fans years ago. Each episode of the show consists of three animated shorts: two silent-style ones featuring Pink Panther and his arch-nemesis, Big Nose, and one chronicling the friendly rivalry between the Ant (voiced by Kel Mitchell) and the Aardvark (voiced by Eddie Garvar).

While purists might argue against messing with such an iconic show as The Pink Panther, in fact this modern-day version is sure to win a new generation of fans for the rosy feline and his equally colorful co-stars, due in a large part to its adherence to the show’s traditions. Kids will be struck by the silent acting of the Pink Panther shorts (which account for two-thirds of the show) and the simple style of the Ant and Aardvark, both of which are contrast to the flash and noise of many of today’s cartoons.

As for content, the show’s humorous style ensures that the cartoon violence won’t faze most kids, so there’s little worry there. While the series makes no effort to impart lasting messages on its young viewers, it’s equally short on the bad stuff, making it a refreshing change of pace for kids.