Why did they stop making Calvin and Hobbes?
Bill Watterson felt it was time to stop drawing Calvin and Hobbes. Watterson had a very good, if slightly peculiar, reason to end Calvin and Hobbes. According to The Washington Post, the artist simply decided that he wanted to leave his creations while they were still at the height of their power.
What are some of the best Calvin and Hobbes cartoons?
The 7 Best “Calvin and Hobbes” Strips
- “He is one of the old gods! He demands sacrifice!”
- “It’s psychosomatic. You need a lobotomy.
- “I notice your oeuvre is monochromatic” Calvin and Hobbes.
- Spaceman Spiff. Calvin and Hobbes.
- “Do you LIKE her??” Calvin and Hobbes.
- “We’re here to devour each other alive.”
- The Raccoon Story.
What are some good quotes from Calvin and Hobbes strips?
25 Great Calvin and Hobbes Strips 1 “Virtue needs some cheaper thrills.” Calvin is an unbelievably intelligent six-year-old. 2 “He’s one of the old gods! 3 “You’ve taught me nothing except how to cynically manipulate the system.” Pretty much the voice of Bill Watterson dictating the current state of our school systems.
What is the relationship between Calvin and Hobbes?
Calvin is an unbelievably intelligent six-year-old. Hobbes is his tiger friend who plays the role of Jiminy Cricket, casual observer, and savage beast. This strip introduces their dynamic rather well. Calvin’s a grossly misbehaving child, and no matter how he tries, he can’t betray his nature.
What are some of the best Calvin and Hobbes comics?
The Raccoon Story. What makes Calvin & Hobbes the greatest ever is its ability to make you laugh your ass off, and identify with it. What makes it one of the great treasures of our culture is its ability to invoke emotions that you never thought you’d spend on a comic strip. This one’s positively touching.
When did Calvin and Hobbes end?
Calvin and Hobbes ran from 1985 to 1995. Bill Watterson drew thousands of strips, and while I wish like hell that he would come back and draw more, it’s probably best to reflect and be thankful for what he’s done. Below we have showcased, in no particular order, some of our favorite Calvin and Hobbes strips of all time.