The Garfield Show

The Garfield Show is an animated TV series based on Jim Davis's famous comic strip. The CGI-animated version first aired in 2009. It follows Garfield, a fat orange cat who loves lasagna, hates Mondays, and enjoys being lazy. He lives with his owner Jon Arbuckle and Odie, a lovable but not-so-smart dog.

Garfield's World

Garfield spends most of his time eating, sleeping, and watching TV. He loves lasagna more than anything in the world. He enjoys teasing Odie and making fun of Jon. Despite being lazy and sarcastic, Garfield cares deeply about his family and friends when it really matters.

From Comic Strip to Screen

Garfield started as a comic strip in 1978 and quickly became the most widely syndicated comic strip in the world. There have been multiple animated TV shows including Garfield and Friends in the 1980s. Garfield has also starred in movies and video games. The character is loved for his relatable attitude about food and naps.

Fun Facts

• Garfield is the most widely syndicated comic strip in the world.
• Jim Davis named Garfield after his grandfather, James A. Garfield Davis.
• Garfield's birthday is June 19, 1978.

Did You Know?

Jim Davis created Garfield because he noticed there were lots of comic strips about dogs but not many about cats. He studied what made other comics successful and designed Garfield to be a character that everyone could relate to. Who does not love eating and sleeping?