Taking its cues from other adventure-fueled media of the era, “Highlander: The Animated Series” revolves around a society trying to survive after a meteorite collision has devasted Earth. With few humans remaining, the Immortals take an oath to protect the planet rather than focusing on their usual swordplay. When one of the Immortals, Kortan, shifts towards a more antagonistic mindset, it’s up to Quentin MacLeod to stop the tyrannical baddie from creating further chaos and destruction.

At first glance, “Highlander: The Animated Series” is silly and acceptable as a piece of children’s media. Yet, on closer examination, it’s pretty clear that “Highlander” deserves a more mature approach and better production quality. From the lackluster character design to the equally questionable quality of the animation and dialogue, this series is an eyesore, especially compared to its ’90s animated contemporaries. It also doesn’t help that Quentin (along with his companions) is often more annoying than helpful, making the episodes a chore to get through. Maybe with the right direction and better production values, “Highlander: The Animated Series” could have been something special. Ultimately, it doesn’t do anything to advance the lore of “Highlander” or leave a significant mark on 1990s animation.