Animated Series: 73

Dragons: Race to the Edge (2015–2018) is an American computer-animated TV show based on the 2010 movie How to Train Your Dragon. It serves as a link between the first film and its 2014 sequel. Announced by Cartoon Network on October 12, 2010, the series was described by executive producer Tim Johnson as having a darker and deeper tone than previous DreamWorks Animation spin-offs. This made it the first DreamWorks Animation show to air on Cartoon Network instead of Nickelodeon. A preview consisting of two episodes aired on August 7, 2012, with the official premiere following on September 5th of that year. ...

BoJack Horseman (2014–2020), the creation of Raphael Bob-Waksberg, first premiered on Netflix on August 22, 2014. After its initial release, the show was renewed by Netflix for a sixth and final season, which aired from September 20, 2018 to January 31, 2020. The series consists of a total of 77 episodes – with the first five seasons consisting of 12 episodes each and the final season divided into two parts of eight episodes each. In addition to the regular seasons, a one-off Christmas special was released on December 19, 2014. While receiving mixed reviews upon release, critics were significantly more positive ...

Over the Garden Wall (2014) is an American animated miniseries on Cartoon Network, created by Patrick McHale. It tells the story of two half-brothers, Wirt and Greg, who get lost in a strange forest known as the Unknown. In order to return home, they must navigate the supernatural forest with occasional assistance from the enigmatic Woodsman and Beatrice, an irritable bluebird. Along their journey, they seek out Adelaide, who is rumored to hold the key to lifting a curse on Beatrice’s family and guiding the brothers back home. Wirt, the older brother, tends to worry and avoids ...

Star Wars: Rebels (2014–2018), a 3D animated science fiction TV series produced by Lucasfilm Animation, is set in the Star Wars universe. Taking place 15 years after Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith (2005), it leads up to the events of the original Star Wars (1977). The show follows the last of the Jedi being hunted by the Galactic Empire as a fledgling rebellion against them emerges. Drawing inspiration from Ralph McQuarrie’s concept art for the original trilogy, Rebels introduces new characters alongside familiar faces from both the previous animated series, Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008-2020), and the original ...

Tales from Radiator Springs (2013–2017) is a computer-animated short series inspired by the Cars franchise. The show depicts the daily happenings of McQueen, Mater and their pals in their beloved hometown of Radiator Springs, picking up after the events of Cars 2. 1. Hiccups. While sipping on some oil, Lightning McQueen suddenly develops a case of the hiccups. The residents of Radiator Springs offer various suggestions to help him get rid of them, but none seem to do the trick. That is, until Sally plants a kiss on his cheek, magically curing his hiccups. However, it seems that McQueen’s ...

Rick and Morty (2013–2024) is an American adult animated science fiction sitcom produced by Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon for Adult Swim, Cartoon Network’s late-night programming block. The series follows the mishaps of the Smith family, including parents Jerry and Beth, their children Summer and Morty, and Beth’s father, Rick Sanchez, who resides with them as a visitor. The creators have stated that the family resides in a location near Seattle, Washington. However, throughout the show’s episodes, Rick and Morty explore endless alternate realities by ...

The Legend of Korra (2012–2014) is an American animated fantasy action TV series created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko for Nickelodeon. In the initial season, Book One: Air, Korra relocates to Republic City to train under Tenzin, the son of Avatar Aang. She becomes a member of a pro-bending team with brothers Bolin and Mako, while also forming a friendship with Asami Sato, heiress of a prominent engineering corporation. The determined politician Tarrlok enlists Korra’s help in quelling the ‘Equalists’, a group led by the masked Amon who ...

Gravity Falls (2012–2016), created by Alex Hirsch for Disney Channel and Disney XD, is an American mystery comedy animated television series. It follows the escapades of Dipper Pines and his sister Mabel, who spend their summer with their great-uncle Stan in Gravity Falls, Oregon – a town filled with mysterious events and supernatural creatures. The siblings assist Stan in operating the ‘Mystery Shack’, his tourist attraction, while also investigating local enigmas. This critically acclaimed series has been lauded for its writing, characters, voice acting, animation, humor, and ability to appeal to ...

Tron: Uprising (2012–2013) is an American animated science fiction television series set in the Tron fictional universe. It takes place between the events of the films Tron (1982) and Tron: Legacy (2010) and aired a total of 19 episodes on Disney XD in the United States from May 18, 2012, to January 28, 2013. The show was primarily directed by Charlie Bean, with Justin Springer, Edward Kitsis, and Adam Horowitz serving as consulting producers.

DreamWorks Dragons (2012–2014), is an American computer-animated TV show based on the 2010 movie How to Train Your Dragon. Acting as a link between the first film and its 2014 sequel, it was declared by Cartoon Network on October 12, 2010. Tim Johnson, executive producer of the film, shared that the series aimed to be more intense and thought-provoking compared to previous spin-offs from DreamWorks Animation, carrying a similar tone to the original movie. Unlike previous adaptations aired on Nickelodeon, Dragons marked the first DreamWorks Animation series to premiere on Cartoon Network. The series ...

Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness (2011–2016), an American animated TV comedy spin off from DreamWorks’s Kung Fu Panda films, serves as a link between the first and second films. It follows Po’s journey to becoming a successful Dragon Warrior. According to series creator Peter Hastings, the later series can be compared to a lengthy 3-D version of one of our episodes. Originally slated to air on Nickelodeon in 2010, it was rescheduled for 2011. The series premiered with a special preview on September 19, 2011 and became regular programming on November 7th. Three seasons were created until the ...

Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated (2010–2013) is an American animated show and the eleventh incarnation of the famous Scooby-Doo franchise by Hanna-Barbera. Unlike its predecessors, this series does not air on Saturday mornings. It follows the adventures of Fred Jones, Daphne Blake, Velma Dinkley, Shaggy Rogers and their beloved dog, Scooby-Doo. This group of teenage detectives reside in Crystal Cove, a small town that prides itself on being the ‘Most Hauntedest Place on Earth’. The town’s reputation for ghostly sightings and mysterious disappearances has made it a popular tourist destination. However, this does not sit well with the adults ...

Regular Show (2010–2017), an American animated sitcom created by J. G. Quintel, aired on Cartoon Network from September 6, 2010, to January 16, 2017. The highly praised series spanned eight seasons and 261 episodes, earning a diverse fan base of all ages. However, it also faced criticism for its dark humor, sexual innuendos, violence, and mature themes. Despite this, Regular Show was a hit with ratings and received numerous award nominations. Notably, it won a Primetime Emmy Award for the episode Eggscellent (season 3, episode 18). The show’s popularity led to a film adaptation in 2015 titled ...

Adventure Time (2010–2018) is an animated TV show about a boy named Finn and his best friend, Jake, who can transform into any shape. Created by Pendleton Ward and produced by Frederator Studios for Cartoon Network, the show takes place in a post-apocalyptic world called the Land of Ooo. This land was destroyed by the Mushroom War, a nuclear disaster that occurred 1,000 years before the series. According to Ward, Finn is a ‘fiery little kid with strong morals’, while Jake’s character is based on Bill Murray’s Tripper Harrison from Meatballs. Although he may seem care-free, Jake always offers Finn ...

Created by Adam Reed for FX, Archer (2009–2023) is an American adult animated sitcom that ran from September 17, 2009 to December 17, 2023. It follows the escapades of eight dysfunctional individuals who work for the International Secret Intelligence Service (ISIS), a fictional intelligence agency based in New York. The team includes Sterling Archer, the self-absorbed and womanizing main character; Malory Archer, a former agent who now serves as director and also happens to be Sterling’s abusive mother; Lana Kane, Sterling’s on-again, off-again lover and highly skilled field agent; Ray Gillette, the openly ...

Mater’s Tall Tales (2008–2012) all adhere to a common structure: Every episode begins with McQueen and Mater encountering something which prompts Mater to recount a ‘tall tale’ about his past exploits. The narrative then shifts to a flashback of Mater’s story. Around the middle of the episode, the focus returns to Mater and McQueen, where McQueen often challenges the veracity of Mater’s account or asks for further details. This leads Mater to insist that McQueen was also involved in the events. 1. Rescue Squad Mater. As a fire truck, Mater is called into action to rescue Lightning ...

The Penguins of Madagascar (2008–2015) is a collaborative effort between DreamWorks Animation and Nickelodeon, featuring familiar faces from the animated film Madagascar: Skipper, Rico, Kowalski, Private, King Julien, Maurice, Mort, Mason, and Phil. Joining the gang are new characters Marlene and zookeeper Alice. This marks the first partnership between Nicktoons and DreamWorks Animation, with executive producers Bob Schooley and Mark McCorkle at the helm. The duo also created Buzz Lightyear of Star Command and Disney Channel’s Kim Possible. A group of penguins, including Skipper, Kowalski, Rico, and Private, reside ...

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008–2020), created by George Lucas, is a popular computer-animated television series in the Star Wars multimedia franchise. It takes place during the time period of its prequel trilogy, with seasons 1-6 covering the three years between Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002) and Episode III – Revenge of the Sith (2005). Meanwhile, the first eight episodes of the final season also occur during this time period, with the last 4 episodes taking place concurrently with Revenge of the Sith. Initially receiving positive reviews and later earning critical ...

Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005–2008) is an animated series created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, and produced by Nickelodeon Animation Studio. A century ago, the young Avatar Aang fled from his home due to fear of his new responsibilities. Caught in a storm while at sea, he and his sky bison Appa were encased in an iceberg near the South Pole. At the same time, Fire Lord Sozin began a world war in order to expand his nation’s empire. As it was prophesied that the Avatar would be an Air Nomad, Sozin orchestrated a genocide against their people ...

Seth MacFarlane, Mike Barker and Matt Weitzman created American Dad! (2005–2024), an animated sitcom for the Fox Broadcasting Company. The show moved to TBS in 2014 and continues to debut new episodes. It was also the first series to premiere on Fox’s Animation Domination block. American Dad! has received several award nominations, including four Primetime Emmy Awards and two Annie Awards. In June 2013, it was recognized as a top television series by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. ...