The New Archies is a 1988 English-language show developed by Kimmer Ringwald directed by Jim Simon and produced by Jim Simon under the banner of DIC Animation City in collaboration with Archie Comics and Saban Productions. An updated version of the animated version of the classic comic book series. This cartoon series follows the gags, mishaps and adventures of Archie, Jughead, Betty, Veronica, Reggie, Moose and the rest of the Riverdale High gang. Written by Jean-Marc Rocher. The new archies stars J. Michael Roncetti in the title role along with an ensemble cast including Michael Fantini, Lisa Coristine, Alyson Court, Sunny Besen Thrasher, Victor Erdos and Colin Waterman. The show is based on Archie Comics by John L. Goldwater Bob Montana Vic Bloom. The music was composed by William Loose along with John Seely. The show has a running time of 22-24 minutes for each episode. The show has a total of 13 episodes. Distribution rights for the show were acquired by Screen Gems. An updated version of the animated version of the classic comic book series. This cartoon series follows the gags, mishaps and adventures of Archie, Jughead, Betty, Veronica, Reggie, Moose and the rest of the Riverdale High gang. Written by Jean-Marc Rocher