Simon Bar Sinister: The Villain You Loved to Hate

ByKevin

Introduction “I’m going to rule the world!” That declaration, often punctuated by a maniacal cackle that seemed to vibrate through the television screen, was the trademark of Simon Bar Sinister, the arch-nemesis of Underdog. For a generation of Saturday morning cartoon enthusiasts, Underdog provided a dose of superheroic adventure, delivered with a hefty helping of…

Simon Bar Sinister: More Than Just a Goon

ByKevin

Introduction Before there was Gru, before Dr. Evil, and even before Dick Dastardly, there was Simon Bar Sinister. With his signature handlebar mustache, sinister laugh, and penchant for world-domination schemes foiled by a mild-mannered shoeshine boy turned caped crusader, Simon Bar Sinister might easily be dismissed as a one-dimensional cartoon villain. However, a deeper exploration…