Get the kids off the screen: 13 of the best animated series for adults

We hope we won’t surprise you if we say that cartoons aren’t just for kids. Moreover, it is better for them not to see some representatives of the species at all until they reach adulthood. But if you’ve already crossed that threshold, we have some tips for you. What to watch?

The Simpsons (1989 – …)

The cult animation series, which has become a cultural phenomenon in 34 years, is on the air. What can we say about the predictions given by The Simpsons: Ebola and the Covid-19 epidemic among them, the emergence of the Apple Watch and much more. It is also the longest animated series in American television history and a 34-time Emmy Award winner.

“South Park” (1997 – …)

The adventures of four boys and their friends living in a small town called South Park, Colorado. Even if you haven’t watched it, you should know the iconic phrase here: “They killed Kenny!”.

“Daria” (1997 – 2002)

The main character is a sarcastic, “stuffy” excellent student who constantly emphasizes that he is not like everyone else. Originally the show was conceived as a spin-off of Beavis and Butt-Head, but eventually evolved into a major independent project. Too much satire, harsh humor and even nonsense.

“Futurama” (1999 – …)

Through a ridiculous accident, a courier named Fry finds himself in the future – in the year 3000, where his real friends are waiting for him in the person of the insane robot Bender, whose expressions can be quoted, and the one-eyed one-eyed person. alien leyla By the way, in 2022 it was announced that the series will be revived – the premiere is scheduled for this year.

“The Archer” (2009 – …)

Sterling Archer, also known by the code name “Duchess”, is a young spy who took the job only because her mother ran the international spy agency ISIS, where she worked. However, despite irresponsibility and carelessness, it turns out that he is not such a bad employee. By the way, the author of Sterling Archer said that when he saw a beautiful girl during a vacation in Spain, he did not dare to talk to her and always dreamed of a confident spy preparing a sentence. for such an event

“Adventure Time” (2010 – 2018)

The action takes place in the magical land of Ooo and follows 13-year-old Finn, who loves to travel and save princesses from monsters and villains. He also has a best friend – Jake, the 28-year-old magical dog who has the ability to stretch his body to almost any size and shape.

“Gravity Falling” (2012 – 2016)

The adventures of twins, brother and sisters Dipper and Mabel Pines, who are sent to a distant relative in the quiet town of Gravity Falls for the summer. However, this story is not as simple as it seems at first glance, because the main characters will spend their holidays in a place full of anomalies, dangers and strange creatures. Meanwhile, the New York Post described the series as “one of the most constructive, intellectual series ever created.”

“Rick and Morty” (2013 – …)

It’s already a classic. At the center of the plot is a schoolboy named Morty and his grandfather Rick, who is engaged in unusual scientific research and periodically falls into an inadequate state. You can catch your granddaughter at any time of the day or night and go on crazy adventures with her with the help of a flying saucer made of various garbage that can pass through an interdimensional tunnel – this couple is like that from time to time. time finds itself in the most unexpected places and ridiculous situations. Lots of great humor!

“BoJack Horseman” (2014 – 2020)

This is a story about a whiskey-drinking horse named BoJack, his ex-lover and human friend. In the past, the main character was a star, but without building a successful career, she just burns her life.

“Disappointment” (2018)

The action takes place in the Middle Ages, in the kingdom of Dreamland, where the young princess Bean lives with an addiction to alcohol. Refusing to marry, they embark on a journey across the country in the company of an elf and a demon, and meet many fantastic beasts and human idiots along the way. By the way, this is the project of Matt Groening, master of animation for adults and author of The Simpsons and Futurama.

“Love. Death. Robots” (2019 – …)

A valuable anthology from Netflix, with each episode (there are 36 in total today) created by studios from different countries. It is a fantasy themed short film series and we recommend you to watch the second episode about the space station.

“Harley Quinn” (2019 – …)

Joker’s ex-girlfriend becomes the queen of crime in Gotham. An animated adventure of perhaps DC’s most iconic anti-hero.

Mysterious (2021)

Set in the utopian realm of Piltover and the brutal underworld of Zaun, the story follows the rise of two legendary League champions and the power to drag them to opposite sides of the barricades.