Space Sentinels(1977)

Space Sentinels is a Saturday morning animated series that premiered on NBC in 1977 and ran for thirteen episodes. Produced by Filmation, the show stands out for its racially diverse cast—a rarity for its era. The premise draws from Roman mythology, featuring Hercules and Mercury alongside Astrea, an original character created for the series. Together, they form a superhero team dedicated to protecting mankind from threats. The show earned praise for being ahead of its time in representation and storytelling. The complete series was released on Region 1 DVD in 2006 alongside The Freedom Force.