The Tick

The Tick

The Superhero Who's More Than a Little Off-Balance!

TV-Y7 1994 · 3 seasons · 36 eps · ★ 7.5 · Animation, Comedy, Kids

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Attention Evil-doers! The Tick is here, and he’s wearing the blue tights of justice! Together with his trusty moth-costumed sidekick Arthur, The Tick keeps the streets of The City safe from a rogue’s gallery of hilariously malevolent villains. So grab a snack, put your feet up and get ready to laugh and cheer as everyone’s favorite brawny hero swats evil on the snout with the rolled-up newspaper of goodness!

Created by Ben Edlund

Networks: FOX, Comedy Central, Fox Kids

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