Top 10 Best Cartoons for Teens

1. Gravity Falls

   

   Gravity Falls is an American animated television series produced by Disney Television Animation. It first aired on Disney Channel before moving to Disney XD, running from June 15, 2012, to February 15, 2016. The series follows the adventures of Dipper Pines and his twin sister Mabel in the fictional... read more

   Honestly, I started watching this when I was little. It was literally my childhood. I lived for this show. It sucks that it ended so early, but the content that exists is god-tier. It's truly unmatched, and I love the little hidden mysteries within the episodes. There's nothing like it.

   Adults, teens, kids - no matter what age, this show is beloved by all.

2. Invader Zim

   

   Invader Zim is an American animated television series created by Jhonen Vasquez for Nickelodeon. The series centers on an extraterrestrial named Zim from the planet Irk, who is determined to conquer Earth with the help of his malfunctioning robot assistant, GIR.... read more

   Oh, I LOVE this show. I'm 16, but this show is great! The episode where he takes out part of the people's organs was my favorite!

   This is literally one of my favorite shows ever, and I am so glad they are making a movie. Can't wait!

3. Adventure Time

   

   Adventure Time is an American animated television series created by Pendleton Ward for Cartoon Network. The series follows the adventures of a boy named Finn, voiced by Jeremy Shada, and his best friend and adoptive brother Jake, voiced by John DiMaggio. Jake is a dog with the magical power to change... read more

   To be honest, I never thought that I would like this show, but I do now. I recommend watching it when looking to have a good time.

4. Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir

   

   Also called Miraculous, Miraculous Ladybug, Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir, Ladybug and Cat Noir, or simply Ladybug, this French animated series was created by Thomas Astruc and developed by Jeremy Zag. It is produced by Zagtoon and Method Animation in France, with animation contributed by... read more

   One of the best I have ever seen. It creates a realistic atmosphere that depicts a normal-turned-superhero storyline. It's just so nice to see that I'm not the only one dealing with half of Marinette's problems...

   I think it should be at the top of the list. It is an intelligent, big-brain series. It has a great theme. This really is miraculous and incredible. Its goodness can't be described in words.

   This is not the best cartoon in the world... It is the best cartoon in the whole universe! I incredibly love it to the fullest. I hope it's going to be in the first place in the coming days. I suggest you all see this wonderful cartoon. I am the hugest fan of this cartoon.

   #Immense love for Miraculous

5. Amphibia

   

   Amphibia is an American animated television series created by Matt Braly. It originally aired on Disney Channel from June 17, 2019, to May 14, 2022. The show follows a young girl named Anne Boonchuy who is magically transported to a fantastical world inhabited by anthropomorphic amphibians.

6. Avatar: The Last Airbender

   

   Avatar: The Last Airbender is an American animated television series that aired on Nickelodeon for three seasons from 2005 to 2008. It is set in an Asiatic-inspired world where some people can manipulate the classical elements using psychokinetic techniques based on Chinese martial arts, known as "bending."... read more

   This show is a masterpiece. That's all I have to say.

   I actually kinda like this show, and it's a great substitute for anime.

7. Regular Show

   

   Regular Show is an American animated television series created by J. G. Quintel for Cartoon Network that premiered on September 6, 2010. The series follows the lives of two friends, Mordecai, a blue jay, and Rigby, a raccoon. They work as groundskeepers at a local park and often find themselves in surreal... read more

   Best cartoon ever! Only real teenagers understand and love this show!

   Regular Show is one of the best and coolest cartoons I've ever watched.

8. The Loud House

   

   The Loud House is an American animated television series created by Chris Savino for Nickelodeon. It follows Lincoln Loud, the only boy and middle child in a family of eleven siblings, as he navigates daily life with his ten sisters. The show portrays the chaos and humor that arise from living in such... read more

9. The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy

   

   The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy (also known simply as Billy & Mandy) is an American animated television series created by Maxwell Atoms for Cartoon Network. It is considered the 14th of the network's Cartoon Cartoons when it was part of Grim & Evil, though it is often regarded as separate from... read more

10. Rocko's Modern Life

    

    Rocko's Modern Life is an American animated television series created by Joe Murray for Nickelodeon. The series centers on the surreal life of an anthropomorphic Australian-immigrant wallaby named Rocko, along with his friends: the gluttonous steer Heffer, the neurotic turtle Filburt, and Rocko's faithful... read more

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    Over the Garden Wall

    

    Over the Garden Wall is an American animated television miniseries created by Patrick McHale for Cartoon Network. It premiered in November 2014 and consists of ten episodes. The series follows two half-brothers as they journey through a mysterious forest and has received critical acclaim for its art... read more

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    Bob's Burgers

    

    Bob's Burgers is an American animated sitcom created by Loren Bouchard for Fox Broadcasting Company. It premiered on January 9, 2011, and is still running as of May 2026. The show follows the Belcher family as they run a hamburger restaurant, serving up a steady stream of meat-based puns alongside their... read more

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13. Courage the Cowardly Dog

    

    Courage the Cowardly Dog is an American animated horror comedy television series created by John R. Dilworth for Cartoon Network as part of the network's Cartoon Cartoons block. The show follows a timid pink dog named Courage who lives with an elderly couple in a farmhouse in the middle of Nowhere, Kansas... read more

    I liked this cartoon a lot when I started watching it.

    Love it - 5 stars!

14. The Ren & Stimpy Show

    

    The Ren & Stimpy Show, often referred to simply as Ren & Stimpy, is an American animated television series created by John Kricfalusi for Nickelodeon. It originally aired from 1991 to 1995 and is known for its surreal humor and controversial content. The series centers on Ren, an emotionally unstable... read more

15. Star vs. the Forces of Evil

    

    Star vs. the Forces of Evil is an American animated television comedy produced by Disney Television Animation for Disney XD. The series was created by Daron Nefcy and developed by Jordana Arkin and Dave Wasson. It follows Star Butterfly, a teenage magical princess from the dimension of Mewni, and her... read more

    The comedy, friendship, and romance is what drew me in, even though I was well into high school.

    This should be top 15. It's amazing!

16. Steven Universe

    

    Steven Universe is an American animated television series created by Rebecca Sugar for Cartoon Network. The show centers around a young boy named Steven Universe, who is a hybrid of a gem and a human. He lives with his gem friends, Garnet, Amethyst, and Pearl.

    Good to chill out to, cute storyline.

17. The Legend of Korra

    

    The Legend of Korra is an American animated television series that aired on Nickelodeon from 2012 to 2014. The show was created by Bryan Konietzko and Michael Dante DiMartino. It serves as a sequel to Avatar: The Last Airbender and continues the story in a new setting with a new Avatar.

    Hot guys, unlimited power, and ancient secrets. ALL is good!

    You can't just add Avatar: The Last Airbender and not this.

18. The Amazing World of Gumball

    

    The Amazing World of Gumball is a British, Irish, American, German, and Australian animated children's television series created by Ben Bocquelet for Cartoon Network. The series was produced by Cartoon Network Development Studio Europe. It features a unique mix of animation styles and follows the misadventures... read more

19. Daria

    

    Daria is an American animated sitcom created by Glenn Eichler and Susie Lewis Lynn for MTV as a spin-off of Beavis and Butt-Head. It aired from March 3, 1997, to January 21, 2002, running for five seasons. The series centers on Daria Morgendorffer, a smart, sarcastic teenage girl navigating high school... read more

    Amazing. Daria is the greatest cartoon for teens.

20. Station Zero

    

    Station Zero is an American animated television series that aired on MTV in the late 1990s. It was part of the MTV Oddities programming block and followed a group of teenagers who operated a pirate television station. The show often explored underground and urban themes through its storytelling... read more

21. As Told by Ginger

    

    As Told by Ginger is an American animated television series aimed at teenagers, produced by Klasky-Csupo. The show aired on Nickelodeon from 2000 to 2006. It followed the life of junior high school student Ginger Foutley as she navigated adolescence, friendships, and personal growth.

22. Johnny Bravo

    

    Johnny Bravo is an American animated television series created by Van Partible for Cartoon Network. It was the second original Cartoon Network series to be branded as part of the Cartoon Cartoons lineup. The show originally aired from 1997 to 2004 and follows the comedic misadventures of a muscular,... read more

23. Rick and Morty

    

    Rick and Morty is an American adult animated science fiction sitcom created by Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon for Adult Swim. The series premiered in 2013 and follows the misadventures of an eccentric scientist, Rick Sanchez, and his good-hearted but easily influenced grandson Morty. The show is known... read more

    Literally amazing. The show is creative, fun, and hilarious, but below the insane surface, a deeper meaning lies. Themes that you decide on - does Rick drink because he thinks too much? Or is it because he's in constant pain? You decide. Watch this show and you will be one of the most educated and great people ever, in my opinion of course. Have fun.

24. BoJack Horseman

    

    BoJack Horseman is an American adult animated tragicomedy created by Raphael Bob-Waksberg. The series stars Will Arnett as the title character, BoJack Horseman. The show premiered on Netflix in 2014 and ran for six seasons, gaining critical acclaim for its dark humor and exploration of mental health... read more

    This show is AMAZING because it has dark topics, and the voice actors do a great job.

25. The Simpsons

    

    The Simpsons is an American animated sitcom created by Matt Groening. It originally aired as shorts on The Tracey Ullman Show starting April 19, 1987, and debuted as a standalone series on December 17, 1989.

    As of 2026, it remains the longest-running animated sitcom. The show follows Homer Simpson... read more

26. SpongeBob SquarePants

    

    SpongeBob SquarePants is an American animated television series created by marine biologist and animator Stephen Hillenburg for Nickelodeon. It has become one of Nickelodeon's most popular and longest-running shows, attracting both children and adults.... read more

27. We Bare Bears

    

    We Bare Bears is an animated comedy series created by Daniel Chong. It features three bear siblings named Grizzly, Panda, and Ice Bear, who is a polar bear. As cubs, they hoped to be adopted by separate families, but they ultimately reunited after missing each other.... read more

    This show is SO funny! The characters are so lovable and the stories are pretty cool in each episode. It's about three different species of bears living in a cave-house in California! One is a grizzly. He is the socialite extrovert of the group. One is a panda. He's a weeb and an artist, seems like the type to be Tumblr famous, and is really awkward. Then there's Ice Bear (polar bear). He's like a ninja. He's my favorite. WATCH THIS SHOW!