Alvin and the Chipmunks (1983–1990) The group's name changed from "the Chipmunks" to "Alvin and the Chipmunks". [32] In 1983, a second animated television series for the group, titled Alvin and the Chipmunks, was produced by Ruby-Spears Productions and released. The first season introduced The Chipettes (three female versions of the Chipmunks).