Defenders of the Earth (1986)

In the year 2015, the universe trembles as Ming the Merciless, a tyrant ousted from his throne, resurfaces to unleash chaos once more. His appetite for revenge leads him to hunt down Flash Gordon, the hero who originally dethroned him. Amidst the turmoil, Dale Arden Gordon, Flash's beloved wife, is captured and tragically killed by Ming, but not before her essence is preserved within a unique crystal, a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness. In response to the escalating threat, Flash rallies an eclectic alliance of heroes, each with their own storied legacy. The enigmatic Phantom, the wily Mandrake the Magician, and the stalwart Lothar join forces to form the Defenders of the Earth. This gathering of heroes is bolstered by a new generation of defenders: Rick, Flash's innovative son; Jedda, the Phantom's fearless daughter; L.J., Lothar's brave progeny; and Kshin, Mandrake's adopted son, an orphan with a heart of gold. Rick, driven by the loss of his mother and a desire to protect the Earth, invents a supercomputer powered by the crystal containing his mother's essence, a beacon of her enduring love and an invaluable tool in their fight against Ming. Amidst the team's diversity and youthful vigor, a furry alien named Zuffy adds an unexpected touch of whimsy and courage. Meanwhile, Ming's son Kro-Tan unfurls his dark ambitions, allying himself with his father's ruthless cause, setting the stage for a clash of generations and ideologies. As the Defenders of the Earth confront their adversaries, they face not just the menace of Ming's reign, but the challenge of uniting their diverse strengths to preserve the Earth and their intertwined destinies.

Defenders of the Earth is an action show created by Alex Raymond.

Defenders of the Earth is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on FILMRISE, Freevee, Plex, Plex Player, Pluto TV, Popcornflix and Tubi TV.

It is also possible to buy Defenders of the Earth on Amazon Video.