USSR cartoons were very popular and loved by children and adults. Many of them became true classics and continue to be watched to this day. Some of the most famous USSR cartoons include:
“Well, just you wait!”
“Well, Just You Wait!” is a Soviet animated series created by the Soyuzmultfilm studio. The first episode of “Well, Just You Wait!” was released in 1969. The main characters of the animated series are a wolf and a hare, the wolf constantly trying to catch the hare. “Well, Just You Wait!” became a cult animated series, and its main characters became symbols of Soviet humorous culture.
“Winnie the Pooh”
This cartoon is based on the works of A.A. Milne and tells about forest animals who live together and solve various problems.
“Crocodile Gena and Cheburashka”
This cartoon tells about the friendship between funny characters Crocodile Gena and Cheburashka.
“Mowgli”
Based on the novel by Rudyard Kipling, this cartoon tells the story of a boy named Mowgli who grew up among wild animals in the jungle.
“The Bremen Town Musicians”
(1969) – a cartoon based on a German folk tale, tells the story of four animals who decide to become musicians.
“The Return of Leopold the Cat”
(1986) – a cartoon about a cat named Leopold, who lives in an abandoned house and fights villains together with his friends.
“Three from Prostokvashino”
“Three from Prostokvashino” is a Soviet cartoon created in 1978. It is a story about the lives of three friends – a boy Vova, a cat Matroskin and a dog Sharik – who decided to move to the village of Prostokvashino to live in freedom and happiness.
They found an abandoned house there, where they made their home. Together they do different things: cook food, grow vegetables, sing songs, play hide-and-seek and come up with different adventures.
The cartoon became very popular among children and adults due to its lively and unique characters, humor and warmth that they created. Each of the characters was completely unique: Matroskin was a gluttonous and smart cat, Sharik was a friendly and loyal dog, and Vova was a smart and curious boy.
The cartoon “Three from Prostokvashino” was also interesting for adults, since, in addition to the funny adventures of friends, it skillfully revealed such themes as happiness, love, friendship and equality.
Today, the cartoon is considered one of the symbols of childhood for many people in Russia and abroad. It continues to be watched by modern generations of children and adults, and it continues to inspire and delight its viewers.
“The Mystery of the Third Planet”
“The Mystery of the Third Planet” is a science fiction cartoon created in the USSR in 1981. It is a story about space travel.
The colorful adventures of the heroes unfold in distant space, where all colors seem brighter and the stars sparkle with a brilliant shine. They meet strange creatures, bravely overcome dangers to find the secret of the lost planet and return to Earth.
During their journey, the heroes encounter many obstacles and dangers, but they do not give up and continue their search, no matter what. They show that courage, friendship and teamwork can overcome any difficulties.
The cartoon “The Mystery of the Third Planet” remains one of the most vivid and popular works of Soviet animation. Its characters, colorful world of space and exciting plot still delight viewers of all ages.
“Once upon a time there was a dog”
“Once Upon a Time There Was a Dog” is a Soviet cartoon created in 1982. It is a touching story about the life of a domestic dog who lost his owners and ended up on the street.
He became a stray dog and tried to survive on the streets, meeting different people and animals, but in the end he was always alone. One day he was found by a little girl and her mother, who brought him home and made him their pet.
The dog’s life changed for the better, and he found new friends and a loving family again. The cartoon shows how important it is to care and love each other, even when life seems difficult and unpredictable.
“Once Upon a Time There Lived a Dog” is a story that can make us think about the responsibility for the lives of our pets, about how life can be unfair and difficult, but kindness and care can change everything for the better. The cartoon remains popular and loved by many, as it conveys important and universal values.
These cartoons were famous not only in the USSR, but also throughout the world, and continue to remain popular and beloved to this day.