Who said cartoons are only reserved for kids?
TV networks have since shaken the stigma attached to animated series – long gone are the times of Mickey Mouse and the wacky adventures of Tom and Jerry. Introducing a fresh genre of cartoons catered towards mature audiences, it is most commonly sprinkled with a heavy dose of satire and sarcasm for a subtle brand of dark humour.
Thinking of watching some for yourself? These 5 series makes for an excellent starting point for a newbie audience!
1. Adventure Time
Adventure Time was sleeper hit nobody saw coming, not even Cartoon Network themselves.
While the light-hearted plot revolves around Finn the Human and Jake the Dog, and their bizarre journey in defeating evil in the Land of Ooo, this entertaining hit effortlessly combines hilarious antics and a dose of existential crisis into a delightful visual treat.
2. South Park
South Park follows the adventures and misadventures of four grade-schoolers from the suburban town of (you guessed it) – South Park, Colorado.
Infamous for its unashamedly controversial scenes, this animated series pulls no punches when it comes to tackling real-time issues and trending topics in a full-blown comedic fashion.
3. Bob’s Burgers
Move aside Mr Krabs, there’s a new (burger) sheriff in town.
Introducing Bob Belcher – together with his loving wife and three children, they join forces in running the family burger restaurant that’s not without its fair share of problems and obstacles.
4. Family Guy
The very epitome of dysfunctional, watch the crazy antics of the Griffin household as they struggle to cope with everyday life in the bizarre Rhode Island town.
In a typical no-holds-barred fashion, Family Guy tackles on a plethora of commentaries – from the political, social and cultural landscape, if something’s controversial enough, they’re sure to reference it in.
5. Rick and Morty
Brought to you by the creators of Adventure Time, Rick and Morty promises for a wild goose ride unlike any other. Rick Sanchez, having disappeared for nearly 20 years popped up at his daughter’s doorstep one day and invites himself in as a permanent resident.
Often with his grandson Morty, they travel across infinite universes while inadvertently causing mayhem every single time.
