# 📽️ Swat Kats - The Radical Squadron

- Author: @gurupanguji
- Date: 2026-02-19
- URL: https://gurupanguji.com/blog/2026/02/19/swat-kats-the-radical-squadron/
- Categories: link, technology
- Tags: animation, anime, art, comics, life, swat-kats, the-radical-squadron, youtube

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<p>I'd wondered why one of my favorite shows suddenly disappeared after a blisteringly good season. This video details how Swat Kats came together, how it was shivved because of corporate politics and American hypocrisy of "violent TV." </p>
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<p>Swat Kats came at a special place in my life and I credit it to sparking my love for heavy metal and grunge music. </p>
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<p>However, much like most great things - they are <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/roditeli/swat-kats-comic-book">making a comeback</a>. In a surprise twist, the creators managed to hold on to the rights of the original IP. </p>
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<p>I am eagerly looking forward to the comic and what it might ignite. Add this to my 2026 anticipation list. </p>
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