Furry 20 Non-Disney Cartoon Animals Reimagined As People
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Furry 20 Non-Disney Cartoon Animals Reimagined As People
Disney isn't the only one making great animated movies and shows. These formerly furry characters have been reimagined by talented fan artists! Back when cartoons were first appearing on screen, character designs were a bit wacky. They still are in the modern age, but it was interesting to see how people viewed cartoons during their inception. Series like The Flintstones, Popeye The Sailor, and The Jetsons featured a primarily human cast. These human-like characters were usually animated in a funny and cartoonish style, complete with crazy exaggerated animations and movements. But past those human-like creations lied a mass of animalistic shorts and films. Early animation seemed obsessed with anthropomorphic characters, with many of them being modeled after easily identifiable creatures like cats, dogs, and mice. Perhaps creators felt that animals better represented the wild and zany world of animation and it's most likely that kids appreciated the colorful creatures more than plain old humans. Fast forward to the modern age and cartoons are still filled to the brim with all manner of furry creatures. In fact, one could argue that magical talking critters are dominating the animation scene (at least, the most popular shows feature them). Because of this, many people have questioned if these cartoons would be as entertaining or interesting if the main cast of characters were simply human. Thanks to fan art and dedicated creators, we have a plethora of artworks that showcase what some of the most recognized furry cartoon characters would look like as ordinary people. For this particular list, we're focusing on the slew of fuzzy friends that encompass the media outside of the Disney-dominated animation space. All of these characters come from other companies besides the House of Mouse! THEGAMER VIDEO OF THE DAY The Closest Of Brothers
Via: http://lovilove-tomato.tumblr.com/ Nickelodeon played host to a variety of surreal and strange cartoons during its early years. A lot of their creations featured a colorful cast of anthropomorphic characters or talkative creatures (although, even the "human" shows had strangely designed characters). One of the weirdest of the lot was CatDog, a wild and wacky tale of two conjoined brothers from different walks of life. One was a prim and proper cat, the other was a rambunctious and adventurous dog (hence the witty show title). The series followed the duo as they embarked on strange adventures through and around the city of Nearburg. The conflict was vast, changing from reoccurring villains, like the Greaser Dogs, to the general dysfunction of being attached to someone that you're polar opposites with. All strangeness aside, the show dynamic actually worked rather well. Cat and Dog were quirky and their stretchy yet firmly attached form got them into all sorts of nonsensical trouble. It's hard to imagine these two conjoined brothers as humans, because of their "attachment" to one another but that hasn't stopped artists from giving a humanized Catdog a try. This version is one of our favorites, not just because of the adorable art style, but due to the clever way in which the artist represented Catdog's tether. Source: Quite The Couple
Via: sakimichan.deviantart.com Disney has a cavalcade of well-known cartoon characters but they aren't the only studio with a slew of iconic names. Warner Bros. has had its fair share of famous creations, with the Looney Tunes perhaps the most popular of the bunch. After all, Disney might have a basket full of amazing films but one thing they don't have is a wacky cartoon/real life basketball mashup featuring Michael Jordan. Space Jam was truly a masterpiece. It had comedy, cartoons, and a fairly endearing (but strange) storyline. It also introduced us to Lola Bunny, a Warner Bros. creation that fans instantly fell for. And it wasn't just fans fawning over the beautiful bunny, either. She caught the attention of Bugs Bunny, the front-runner for fan-favorite Looney Tune. Shippers immediately clung to the newly minted "couple," tossing them in a variety of fan arts and works of fiction. Thankfully for us, artist decided to create a humanized version of the duo, which instantly makes this list thanks to its incredible detail and character realization. Bugs looks every bit as dapper and snide as he does in rabbit-form, while Lola is still the sultry and beautiful creation that fans fell in love with. This is definitely one of the coolest humanizations within the fan art world. Science Experiment Gone Wrong
Via: unitydrawer.deviantart.com SpongeBob SquarePants is one of the better shows to come from Nickelodeon in the modern age. We aren't trying to start any drama here but it's our strong opinion that Nickelodeon has gone a bit downhill since the late 90s and early 2000s. We aren't here to hate on any one show in particular but we miss the magic that Nickelodeon managed to capture in its early years. Nowadays, there seems to be an abundance of live-action series and the few cartoons scattered throughout aren't anything special. SpongeBob SquarePants, though, remains a titan of hilarity (although, in the same instance, it was better during its early years). We always find ourselves tuning in to watch the endless array of SpongeBob reruns, reliving all the best moments between the citizens of Bikini Bottom. You could technically consider all of them as "animals" but we decided to focus on the furriest denizen of the deep, Sandy Cheeks. There's been a lot of fan art depicting this intelligent squirrel busy at work in her tree dome. This creation, though, focuses on what Sandy might look like if she was a human. Perhaps it was a science experiment gone wrong. It wouldn't be the first time she's caused chaos for herself. Source: Zany To The Max
Via: http://gemfeathers.tumblr.com The Looney Tunes might be the most iconic thing that Warner Bros. has ever produced but Animaniacs is easily the best thing they've ever made. The show features siblings Yakko, Wakko, and Dot, as they create havoc and mischief through a variety of locations. They may call the Warner Bros. water tower their home but they spend most of their time teasing other characters or teaching viewers lessons (and hilarious lessons at that). If you've never had the pleasure of seeing their amazing series, be sure to check out Animaniacs as soon as you finish this article! Artist has imagined the tricky trio as humans, instead of whatever they were. The siblings don't actually have a specific species, with even the creator of the characters expressing that they aren't sure what the three really are. They prefer to just call them cartoons. Whatever they used to be, they look fantastic as humans. Gemma did an amazing job at crafting a rendition of the characters that makes them easily identifiable, even in their newest form. They've retained all of their personality, with Wakko still sticking out his tongue (much like he does in the show). We enjoy this humanized version just as much as the originals. Jake The Human
Via: minishcapslock.deviantart.com Adventure Time is supremely strange but in an endearing and entertaining way. The long-running Cartoon Network series featured a cast of characters that were incredibly colorful (especially Lady Rainicorn, with a literal rainbow design). Between candy people, ice wizards, vampires, and a slew of other crazy creations, it's easy to get lost in the strangeness of Adventure Time. But that hasn't stopped fan artists from attempting to humanize the cast of characters. It's easy with Finn since he's already a human, but there are so many other non-human personalities that could use a makeover. One shining example is Jake the Dog, Finn's best friend and shapeshifting sidekick. We don't mean shapeshifting in the "take on other peoples identities" form either. Jake can, quite literally, transform himself into almost any shape. We've seen him turn into some pretty crazy things over the years. At one point he even turned into a father. His beloved, Lady Rainicorn has transformed along with him for this fan creation. imagines what the two lovebirds would look like as humans. They did a fantastic job capturing the character's unique styles and attitudes. We could definitely see Jake looking this way, complete with the facial hair and the fancy suspenders. Teenage Regular Ninja People
Via: winterheath.deviantart.com The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles aren't exactly furry. These leathery-skinned siblings used to be regular turtles before a toxic ooze turned them into a crime-fighting team. You wouldn't know it from their laidback attitudes and pizza-infused diets but these teens are actually quite skilled at combat and all things ninja-related. Master Splinter did a fantastic job raising the boys, teaching them the true meaning of heroics while simultaneously turning them into fierce warriors with fancy footwork. The strange thing about the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is that, while they obtained their forms via a toxic sludge (like some superheroes) they didn't seem to gain many powers from their "birth." Master Splinter was responsible for teaching the teens how to be a devastating weapon-using force of good. Because of this, we'd imagine that human versions of the teens wouldn't be much different. Well, aside from the fact that they wouldn't have hard shells on their backs. They'd still retain their personalities, as they do in this fan art from . Mikey would be as loud and proud as ever, while Raphael would retain his angry and standoffish demeanor. Donatello would be more concerned with HOW they became human and we doubt Leonardo would really care when it came down to it. Slowly Capturing Our Hearts
Via: tamtamdi.deviantart.com We'd be remiss not to include at least one Pokémon on this list. After all, there are so gosh darn many to choose from. Some are furry, some are scaly, and some are just downright strange. Regardless of their type, they're all uniquely designed. With all of the fancy styles to choose from, it's no wonder artists are constantly creating humanized versions of the pocket monsters. In fact, the practice is so common that there are even communities dedicated to creating and sharing "Pokémon Gijinkas" (as fans call them). You can see many different styles of these humanized Pokémon on DeviantArt. We found ourselves swimming through an abundance of fan art. There were so many things to see but once we stumbled across art we were sold. The artist has been tirelessly working over the years to create humanized versions of absolutely every Pokémon in the franchise. Anyone who is a fan of the series knows there are over 800 different Pokémon, which makes this a monumental task, to say the least. With over 300 to choose from, it was near impossible to pick our favorite of the bunch but we especially love what the artist has done with Slowpoke. Using the hair to make a mock Slowpoke tail is a stroke of genius. You should definitely check out the rest of these creative renditions! Friendship IS Magic
Via: lancercross.deviantart.com Sometimes a cartoon can come completely out of nowhere and turn into a worldwide phenomenon. Usually, these types of cartoons are strange new creations or intellectual properties from famous directors and animators. But it's usually a rarity that a cartoon from decades ago comes back to glorious fanfare. At least, it used to be. The modern era of cartoons is seeing all sorts of reboots, some of which have grown exponentially in popularity since their original release. These shows not only capture the hearts of new fans but also provide nostalgia to those that grew up watching them. A solid example of this phenomenon is My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic. Although, it's important to note that this version of MLP is a far cry from the original cartoon that aired back in the early 80s. That show was targeted mainly towards children who were interested in purchasing the pony-based toys that inspired the show. The newest iteration of the series is much different and has managed to capture the hearts of a wide variety of fans. Many of these fans fell in love with the rough and tumble Rainbow Dash. Her colorful appearance and spunky attitude translate rather well into a human form. Source: Still As Scared As Ever
Via: Pinterest We've seen a lot of amazing cartoons come and go over the years. Unfortunately, a lot of them were canceled or disappeared when they were in their prime. Most of the cartoons we loved saw at least a few seasons and an abundance of episodes but we can't help but feel scorned by a few shows that we lost too soon (Invader Zim is a classic example). If you were a horror fan or just loved seeing crazy animation then you were likely disappointed when Courage the Cowardly Dog came to an end. It was by no means an unsuccessful show, having 52 episodes over four seasons, but it still felt way too short for fans. Each episode was imaginative and frightfully fun, with a plethora of creepy characters and some supremely unsettling moments (RETURN THE SLAB). To us dedicated fans, 50 episodes were not near enough, and 50 more would still be too few! We loved Courage and all of the wacky (and terrifying) situations he found himself in. For a small dog, Courage faced all kinds of crazy danger, including some ancient creatures, powerful curses, and even a disembodied floating head. He was always screaming his head off but managed to muster up enough strength to save his family. A human courage would probably do the same, with the added benefit of thumbs! The expressions and hair color really sell this version. Same Old Slackers
Via: flasok.deviantart.com Regular Show was like a modern-day Rocko's Modern Life. It featured a colorful cast of characters that made absolutely no sense from a design and aesthetic standpoint. In fact, we'd argue that Regular Show was even weirder than Rocko's based purely on the fact that they had an anthropomorphic gumball machine for a boss. Simply put, Regular Show was as far from regular as possible (which is the joke, in a sense). The series followed Mordecai and Rigby, two friends who would rather do anything other than work. Who can blame them? Slacking off all day and getting paid for it is everyone's secret dream. Unfortunately for the duo, slacking off usually lead to additional problems down the road and there were many instances in which their curiosity got the best of them (in the worst way possible). Add all of this to a (literally) out of this world series finale and you've got one awesome show that fans won't soon forget. The human versions of Mordecai and Rigby fit the character's personalities extremely well. Mordecai looks and acts smooth while Rigby is a bit rougher around the edges. It's nice to see that even in their human forms, they're still the best of friends (even if they have a funny way of showing it). Source: Bearly Different
Via: moosoppart.tumblr.com To us, Cartoon Network has failed to recapture the magic it created during the 90s and early 2000s. That said, there are still some pretty solid shows sprinkled across the network. We love The Amazing World of Gumball, and Regular Show and Adventure Time were both diamonds in the rough. We Bare Bears is another better-than-expected series that follows the adventures of three bear brothers as they traverse the modern world. This particular show started out as a popular webcomic by Daniel Chong. The trio has managed to keep audiences captivated through three seasons (with a fourth planned for later this year) and the show holds favorable ratings across the web (8.1 on IMDB). Part of its success stems from the light it shines on social anxieties and even racial issues in the modern age. It's definitely one of the most thought-provoking titles on Cartoon Network (in its current state). Although the brothers are bears, they have a few human characteristics. They're concerned with social issues, can talk, and even wear clothing from time to time (although they're usually bare). went the extra mile and brought the trio completely into the human realm, transforming them from their furry forms into people. Their personalities shine extremely well as humans and the artist did a fantastic job capturing the essence of each character. Just As Fast
Via: blazingshadowrunner.deviantart.com Nintendo has dominated the world of gaming thanks to a wide cast of colorful characters and interesting franchises. When the video game titan was battling against Sega for the leadership of the market, it was clear who had the upper hand. Sega had some interesting mascots but they were hard-pressed to find many identifiable characters to help promote the company. The developer would eventually crumble under the might of Nintendo's colossal catalog of games. Still, Sega lives on today thanks to one particular game franchise. Sonic the Hedgehog was their golden goose. They may not make game consoles anymore but they still manage to publish a few games here and there thanks to Sonic's presence. The character became a hero for most, spurring a slew of games, animated shows, and merchandise. The blue blur is every bit as iconic as Mario (maybe a tiny bit less). Because of this, there is an abundance of fan art floating around the internet. Many artists create hilarious comics and memes, while others opt to craft serious homages to everyone's favorite speedy hedgehog. Some even imagine what Sonic would look like as a human. Unfortunately, we were unable to find the artist responsible for this piece, but has filed the artwork on DeviantArt. Case Of The Mondays
Via: mixkitty.deviantart.com We all resonate with Garfield. Perhaps that's why Jim Davis' cat-based comic turned into such a global icon. We all enjoy being a bit lazy from time to time, and who doesn't like a nice piping hot tray of lasagna? Garfield represents the person that we all wish we could secretly be, a boisterous self-absorbed creature that loafs around and mooches off others. Okay, so most of us don't aspire to be that, but we can all agree that Mondays are pretty terrible (especially after a long and relaxing weekend). No one likes the first day back to work (it's always the hardest). It's fun to imagine what Garfield would look like as a human, since, well, he already acts like one. You'll catch the cat standing on two legs, making remarks about a variety of human issues, and cracking back at John with some hilarious verbal sass. If Garfield became a human, all that would change is his outer-shell. We don't feel like he'd skip much of a beat otherwise, his personality is already a lot like some people we know. This fanart from shows Garfield in a younger human form but still as gloomy and Monday-hating as ever. The hoodie is a fantastic touch, giving this human-cat his iconic black stripes. No More Monkeying Around
Via: bluc.deviantart.com In the late 90s and early 2000s, Cartoon Network was flooding our screens with a massive variety of interesting and entertaining cartoons. Any kids who dedicated their Saturdays to the morning animation blocks were suddenly overwhelmed with cartoons almost 24/7. It was amazing to be able to turn on our televisions at almost any point in the day and catch something animated playing on-screen. If you grew up in this time period, chances are you are rather familiar with The Powerpuff Girls. This popular show played on Cartoon Network constantly, thanks to its high ratings and superb entertainment value. It flipped the traditional superhero trope on its head and gave us a trio of adorable crime fighters that were fully capable of pushing all of Townsville's villains into prison before bedtime each night. This was no easy feat either. The Powerpuffs tangled with many villains throughout their series, with the maniacal monkey Mojo Jojo perhaps their most heated rival. imagines this prominent villain as a hot-headed human, ready to take over Townsville and bring destruction to the Powerpuff Girls. We love that he stills appears a bit monkeyish in this form, with the "headband" and hair the perfect way to replicate his characteristic helmet. A Rivalry For The Ages
Via: superjacket.tumblr.com Even if you aren't familiar with many cartoons, chances are you've at least heard about an iconic duo named Tom and Jerry. This literal game of cat and mouse has captivated all ages since its creation back in 1940. It's tough enough to have a cartoon stay relevant for even ten years but the creative minds of Hanna and Barbera managed to craft an idea that has lasted over 70 years. It's easy to see why, too, thanks to the simplistic yet entertaining dynamic of the show. Cats and mice have always been at odds with one another (it's nature after all). Tom and Jerry are no exception, with the two caught up in a heated war, always attempting to outsmart one another (with Jerry getting the best of Tom on numerous occasions). It's a smart premise made so much better by wild and wacky cartoon antics and an over-the-top animation style. Through the years, the cartoon has seen many revisions, upgrades, and spin-offs. We've collected an array of characters along the way, some more memorable than others. Artist takes these classic enemies (and Spike the dog) into the human world with this impressive piece of fan art. The characters maintain their animalistic ears to make them easier to identify but keep their traditional color schemes to make it even easier to recognize them. The Furious Five
Via: coraorvat.deviantart.com For the longest time, Disney ruled the roost when it came to animated movies and creative cartoon storylines. That all changed in 2001 when DreamWorks knocked it out of the park with their fairytale farce, Shrek. DreamWorks was crafting animated films prior to Shrek but the snarky green ogre is considered the catalyst that propelled DreamWorks into the feature and cemented their name in animated greatness. It helped the company to find their footing, which ended up pointing creators more towards 3D animation as a medium. Thanks to this "rebirth," we ended up with amazing films like How To Train Your Dragon, Megamind, and Kung Fu Panda. Jack Black's portrayal of bumbling Dragon Warrior Po helped turn Kung Fu Panda into an iconic franchise, spanning three movies (so far) and some interesting spinoffs. Fans were enamored by the world of furry friends and enemies present in Kung Fu Panda, especially when it came to the unique forms of martial arts (it's crazy seeing a snake and a preying mantis perform kicks and punches). This led some artists to imagine what the Furious Five might look like as humans. The resulting fan art is stellar, with this creation by one of our favorites. We love the variety of the characters and the fact that the artist still managed to maintain some of their animalistic designs within their human forms. They Like To Move It
Via: tamarushka.deviantart.com While we're on the subject of DreamWorks, we might as well talk about another insanely popular franchise from the animation titan. Kung Fu Panda and Shrek had their share of movies and spinoffs but Madagascar has arguably seen the most variation. The world of Madagascar is vast, containing four separate feature films, a bevy of specials, some television spinoffs, a multitude of video games, and even a couple of theatrical shows. It's impressive how large Madagascar has grown over the years and with it's entirely possible that we will see the zoo gang sometime in the future (the series is still popular with a lot of fans!). The film first rose to popularity thanks to its stellar cast of voice actors, including names like Jada Pinkett Smith, Chris Rock, Ben Stiller, and David Schwimmer. Some fans found themselves resonating with the main themes of the film, which features Zebra Marty longing to explore the world outside of the confines of his zoo. It's an entertaining adventure filled to the brim with a colorful cast of furry friends. The film probably wouldn't be nearly as entertaining if the group was human but that hasn't stopped some artists from imagining the main foursome as people. Sorce: She Doesn t Want To Be A Pie
Via: skurshecia.deviantart.com Disney and DreamWorks aren't the only companies capable of producing amazing 3D animated films. Laika is one animation juggernaut that comes to mind. They may not be as popular as the other two but they've produced some stellar films over the years like Coraline, Kubo and the Two Strings, ParaNorman, and The Boxtrolls. Another interesting and successful company is Aardman Animations, although they're probably the least famous of the previously mentioned studios. Aardman has still created some awesome movies, including Wallace and Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit, Flushed Away, and Chicken Run. For those that saw it (especially at a young age), Chicken Run was a surprisingly good and rather dark animated adventure. It focused on a group of chickens that were to be turned into pies by a sadistic-looking machine. The animation style was unique and visually appealing (with a style similar to Aardman's other films). Thanks to the sometimes goofy-looking characters it can be a bit difficult to imagine them as humans. That hasn't stopped dedicated fan artists from trying. took a stab at it with surprisingly fantastic results. This depiction of Ginger (the co-lead of the film) looks great, with easily identifiable colors and a fantastically creative outfit. Heaven-Bound No Matter What
Via: alcotton.deviantart.com Back during the animation film boom of the 90s and early 2000s (there have been a few animation booms but there were quite a few films hitting the market during this time) kids were greeted by a plethora of feature-length films that contained colorful characters and engaging family-friendly storylines. A lot of these films taught lessons, morals, and even history. There were also films that told stories just for the sake of it, spinning imaginative yarns that captivated audiences. One prominent director that was cranking out interesting adventures was Don Bluth. He was responsible for a slew of animated cult classics like Pete's Dragon, The Land Before Time, Anastasia, and All Dogs Go to Heaven. Anyone who remembers that canine-casted film likely remembers bawling their eyes out at numerous scenes. Don Bluth always had a penchant for making people shed tears. All Dogs Go to Heaven is pretty gritty for a children's tale but features a lovable cast of characters and a duo of protagonists that you can't help but love. In their human forms, Charlie and Itchy look every bit as rough-and-tumble as they did in the film. We love that the artist kept Itchy's trademark cap while dressing Charlie in a suave coat that mimics his German Shepard fur color. Source: Not So Small Anymore
Via: arimus79.deviantart.com In 1982, the world was graced with perhaps one of the best animated films ever created, The Secret of NIMH. Another Don Bluth creation, the film followed the adventures of a mild-mannered field mouse who was forced into adventure by a set of horrible circumstances. The film proved that adventure could be had anywhere, even in something as small and confined as a farm. The cast of mousy characters lived in an array of interesting building, all hidden under the foliage of the Fitzgibbons' farm. It was a small and isolated world, which made it all the more enthralling. Mrs. Brisby finds herself caught between a rock and a hard place as her son suddenly contracts pneumonia when the duo was set to flee from the farm during the upcoming plowing season. Through a series of crazy events and one rather strange twist, the field mouse sets out on a quest to keep her son safe. The Secret of NIMH is filled with enough action, adventure, and animation magic, to keep anyone entertained. Fan artist imagines what Mrs. Brisby would look like should she suddenly transform into a human. She's accompanied by a human version of Justin, who is the Captain of the Guard (and also a mouse) in the film. The artist did a fantastic job replicating the character's outfits, as well as their charming features.