Thunderbolt is a character from Disney's One Hundred and One Dalmatians. He is voiced by Frank Welker in the TV series and Barry Broswick in 101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure.
Appearances
One Hundred and One Dalmatians
Thunderbolt is the Dalmatian puppies' favorite show on TV.
101 Dalmatians: The Series
Thunderbolt appears in "Watch for Falling Idols," where he and his creators arrive on the Dearly Farm to film their next episode. Lucky is thrilled to meet his idol and tells Thunderbolt that he's his biggest fan and has seen all of his TV shows. However, when Lucky finds out that Thunderbolt doesn't do his own stunts (after Thunderbolt panics from being lifted off the ground, due to his fear of heights), he loses faith in him. Later on, Lucky tries to prove that he is brave by climbing up on the windmill, but puts himself in danger instead. Lucky screams for help and Thunderbolt, who pushes his fears aside, rescues his fan. Lucky thanks Thunderbolt, who tells him that a hero isn't one who is afraid of nothing, but is one who is willing to face his fears. Lucky agrees with Thunderbolt, and the two friends reconcile with each other.
101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure
At first, Thunderbolt is seen as arrogant and selfish, seeming only to care about his job and his popularity. He is very popular with other dogs, and Patch is his biggest fan, knowing all of his episodes by heart. As the film goes on, Thunderbolt becomes more kind and helpful, and he and Patch start to become friends. Furthermore, he is willing to help those in need, and is not afraid to admit that he's just an actor. Thunderbolt is also cunning and highly skilled with his acting, as seen when he tricks the villains into believing that he is having a heart attack.
A post-credits scene shows Thunderbolt with his new sidekick Patch in his TV show, "The Thunderbolt Adventure Hour."
