The 80’s classic cartoon Voltron, specifically Lion Force Voltron, is getting a remake. The Defender of the Universe returns with a new look and revamped cast. Since its launch in 1984, the original robot-action show has become a massive pop-culture success. The series’ signature maneuver of combining forces to attain a common goal has resonated with many. Here’s more on the new cartoon:

Several years after the final battle between the Voltron Force and Prince Lotor, a new evil threatens the galaxy, and the universe is once again in need of its true defender…

Set five years after Voltron: Defender of the Universe, Voltron Force follows three new recruits – Daniel, Vince and Larmina – as they get a once-in-a-lifetime chance to train alongside their heroes – Keith, Lance, Hunk, Pidge and Allura – and learn to fly incredible robot lions. The series will journey to new planets, discover new powers and unearth ancient secrets. Voltron will be needed once again to combat a rising evil in the galaxy and a tyrant from within. Bonds will be formed, friendships will be tested and plenty of laughs will be had as the Voltron Force gels together as a team in an epic battle of good versus evil.

The new Voltron Force premieres June 16, 2011 on Nicktoons. What do you think of a Voltron remake?

Voltron Force Intro (New)

Voltron Force Formation (New)

Lion Force Voltron (Original)

More about Voltron
Voltron is the king of robots. It is made up of five robotic lions that combine to form a mighty metallic warrior, sworn to defend the universe. Voltron is capable of inflicting colossal blows, making giant leaps, and is armed with lasers, sabers, missiles, and the invincible Blazing Sword!

Fueled by the Power of the Lions, found within the new Voltron Force cadets, Voltron returns more powerful than ever. Key to the mighty robot’s new abilities is the power to reconfigure, allowing each lion to form the head, and arming Voltron with the specific powers of that lion.