Garfield (comic Strips) (1978-2011) Getcomics.i... (Genuine × 2025)

This era saw the launch of Garfield and Friends (1988) and the character's first Emmy Award (1985).

Garfield was originally much heavier, with a wide body, small eyes, and jowls. Garfield (Comic Strips) (1978-2011) GetComics.I...

The strip's 33-year run during this period can be broken down by key evolutionary milestones: This era saw the launch of Garfield and

Odie debuted on August 8, 1978, and Pooky on October 23, 1978. Expansion & Peak Syndication (1984–1999): with a wide body