Secret Galaxy Courses

The Packed Story of Toonami & How It Helped Make Anime Mainstream

Explore the history of Toonami and its role in popularizing anime in the US in this short program by Secret Galaxy.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Weird Story of Japanese Spider-Man and Leopardon

Explore the unique story of Japanese Spider-Man, his origin, and his giant robot Leopardon in this short, engaging study by Secret Galaxy.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Combative History of GI Joe: A Real American Hero - The Cartoon, The Toys and The Comic Books

Explore the history of GI Joe, from its 1982 launch by Hasbro, through the animated TV commercials, mini-series, and syndicated show, with Secret Galaxy.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Double History of Biker Mice From Mars - Started in 1993, Rebooted in 2006

Explore the history and reboot of Biker Mice From Mars in this short program by Secret Galaxy. Dive into the environmental themes and marketing strategies of this popular series.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Crazy Story of ReBoot and Its Multiple Cancellations

Dive into the tumultuous journey of the 90s CGI animation TV series, ReBoot, with Secret Galaxy. Explore its creation, multiple cancellations, and controversies in under an hour.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Spider-Man, Firestar & Iceman - The Story of Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends Cartoon

Explore the history of the 1981-1983 animated series 'Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends' in less than an hour with Secret Galaxy.

• YouTube
• 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The History of Jem - The Transformers Formula Applied to a Show for Girls

Explore the history of Jem and the Holograms, a toyline-inspired cartoon for girls, in this short offering from Secret Galaxy.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The History of Robotech - Lots of Lawsuits, Failed Kickstarters & The Future

Explore the complex history of Robotech, including failed projects and numerous lawsuits, in less than an hour with Secret Galaxy.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The History of Dino-Riders - How Could It Fail?

Explore the history of Dino-Riders, a failed kids' show, in this short program by Secret Galaxy. Learn about its marketing, merchandising, and the legacy of its sculpting work.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

No Guts, No Glory, No Season 2 - The Failure of the Galaxy Rangers

Explore the history and impact of 80's animated Space Western, The Adventures of the Galaxy Rangers, in this short study by Secret Galaxy.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Captain Planet - You're Going to Learn Whether You Like It or Not

Explore the environmental messages in the animated series Captain Planet with Secret Galaxy. Less than an hour's material.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Confusing History of G-Force Guardians of Space - From Toonami to Disappeared

Explore the complex history of G-Force: Guardians of Space in less than an hour with Secret Galaxy. Uncover its origins, adaptations, and why it faded into obscurity.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Evolution of Battle of the Planets- From Gatchaman to G-Force and All the Weirdness In Between

Explore the history of "Battle of the Planets" from its Japanese origins to its American adaptation in less than an hour with Secret Galaxy.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The History of Masters of the Universe - 1987 & How It Helped Bankrupt a Studio

Explore the history of the 1987 film 'Masters of the Universe' and its role in bankrupting Canon Films in this short study by Secret Galaxy.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

The Story of Lazer Tag - A Toy Gun in the 80's. What Could Go Wrong?

Explore the rise and fall of 80's sensation Lazer Tag, its cultural impact, and the controversy that led to its decline in this short study by Secret Galaxy.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course