Bonanza Season 8

If you want animation that is not just for kids, Bonanza Season 8 is available on and right now. A compact run that never overstays its welcome. 484 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Lorne Greene's voice work is a big part of what makes it distinctive. Put it on tonight and see for yourself.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Bonanza Season 8 is worth clearing space for. The look of Bonanza Season 8 gets people in the door, but the writing is what keeps them there. Season 8 of Bonanza includes 34 episodes. It aired from September 1966 to May 1967. This season stars Lorne Greene, Dan Blocker and Michael Landon. Lorne Greene and Dan Blocker lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 1966. Bonanza Season 8 uses the freedom of animation to tell stories live-action could not attempt. The consistency throughout is what elevates it — not every moment is the best, but none of them are a reason to stop watching.

Bonanza Season 8 belongs on any best-of list regardless of format. It rewards viewers regardless of what else is in their watch history. A contained run means every episode is doing real work. Lorne Greene brings more to the role than the format usually demands. A harder one to justify skipping than to start.