At first glance, Garfield may seem like just another orange cat from a comic strip. However, the Garfield cartoon from the 1980s turned him into a cultural icon. His sarcasm, laziness, and obsession with lasagna made him beloved around the world.
1. Garfield never blinks
Believe it or not, in the original Garfield cartoon series, Garfield almost never blinks! In addition, his facial expression rarely changes. As a result, his dry humor hits even harder. The stillness adds to his comedic timing.
2. Inspired by a real cat
Jim Davis, the creator of Garfield, admitted he based him on a real cat from his childhood. However, he didn’t want him to be cute. On the contrary, Garfield became a grumpy, food-obsessed antihero. That’s exactly why audiences relate to him.
3. Why lasagna?
For example, Garfield’s obsession with lasagna wasn’t random. The dish is rich, heavy, and indulgent — just like Garfield’s personality. In many episodes of the Garfield cartoon, he does anything to get another plate of it.
4. His war with Mondays
Even though he’s a cat and doesn’t work, Garfield hates Mondays. Obviously, this represents how we all feel about starting a new week. Because of that, he became a symbol of universal laziness and grumpiness.
5. The unforgettable voice
In the 1988 Garfield cartoon series, Lorenzo Music gave Garfield his iconic voice. Interestingly, he also voiced Jon in later versions! Still, no one was confused — because Garfield’s sarcastic tone stood out instantly.
Why we still love the Garfield cartoon
Garfield is more than a lazy cat. He’s our inner sarcastic voice. Therefore, the Garfield cartoon remains a timeless favorite that still makes us laugh, no matter how old we are.
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