Which series introduced the character of Scrappy-Doo?

The series that introduced the character of Scrappy-Doo was *Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo*.

The Hanna-Barbera animated series premiered in 1979, when the Scooby-Doo franchise was facing declining ratings and cancellation pressure from ABC. Producers added Scrappy, Scooby’s energetic Great Dane nephew, to refresh the format and attract viewers.

The first version ran as a half-hour series during the 1979–1980 television season and contained 16 episodes. Lennie Weinrib originally voiced Scrappy-Doo, giving him his famously forceful catchphrases and fearless personality. Don Messick later took over the role and also continued voicing Scooby.

Viewers sometimes confuse the character’s debut with later package programs such as *The Richie Rich/Scooby-Doo Show* or *The New Scooby and Scrappy-Doo Show*. Those shows also featured Scrappy, but they came afterward. The title *Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo* identifies the original series in which he was added to the franchise’s regular television lineup.