1. Arthur
PBS
Why you watched it: Because EVERYONE watches Arthur, and it deserves all the recognition it gets.
2. Postcards From Buster
PBS
Why you watched it: Because everyone loves Buster Baxter! You were kind of let down when you realized this wasn't necessarily about him but his travels.
3. Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat
PBS
Why you watched it: Because this show was cute as hell and it made you want to invest in an ink pen and do some scribing of your own.
4. Braceface
Nelvana
Why you watched it: Because it usually came on during the week when you got home from school, BUT — it really made you appreciate the fact that you either didn't have braces or your braces didn't intercept phone calls.
5. Xiolin Showdown
Warner Bros.
Why you watched it: Because it made you feel like a badass until you realized you couldn't really fight evil like the Xiolin Dragons.
6. Buzz Lightyear of Star Command
Disney
Why you watched it: Because you got to live vicariously through Buzz and the Star Command on their space travels.
7. Fillmore!
ABC
Why you watched it: Because you felt like an adult watching your own version of Law & Order: SVU, with way less murder and whatnot.
8. George Shrinks
PBS
Why you watched it: Because it made you imagine all the fun activities you could get into if you shrunk down to George's size.
9. Jackie Chan Adventures
Warner Bros.
Why you watched it: Because anything related to Jackie Chan onscreen is irresistable. Seeing an animated version of him fight off bad guys in search of Talismans is like watching his movies on steroids.
10. Clifford the Big Red Dog
PBS
Why you watched it: Because you remember reading the book. And it gave us a deeper look into what Clifford and his relationship with Emily Elizabeth was like.
11. Kenny the Shark
NBC
Why you watched it: Because you felt like there has to be one episode where Kenny ate someone. He's a fucking shark! How was everyone so chill about it?
12. Lloyd in Space
ABC
Why you watched it: The drawing style drew you in (pun intended). Then all the quirky characters inside and outside the Intrepidville Space Station kept you entertained.
13. Seven Little Monsters
PBS
Why you watched it: Because the characters always reminded you of some other monsters but you couldn't quite put your finger on it. Fun fact: the show is based on a book with the same name by Maurice Sendak, who is also the creator of Where The Wild Things Are.
14. ¡Mucha Lucha!
Warner Bros.
Why you watched it: You might catch this on a Saturday morning when there was nothing else on.
15. Ozzy & Drix
Warner Bros.
Why you watched it: Because Osmosis Jones was the shit! And Ozzy & Drix was a damn good continuation of the flick.
16. Static Shock
Warner Bros.
Why you watched it: Because Lil' Romeo did the theme song for seasons 3 and 4!! And it seriously put a shock to your system. Ahhh, a show they stayed true to its word. 💖
17. Teacher's Pet
ABC
Why you watched it: The animation and character design style was so quirky! Just like the show, any Saturday morning spent without Teacher's Pet didn't feel right.
18. The Cramp Twins
Cartoon Network
Why you watched it: Initially the quirky drawing style reminded you of Teacher's Pet but you shortly found out that it wasn't, at all. But seeing Wayne put Lucien through hell really made you feel for him.
19. The Oblongs
Warner Bros.
Why you watched it: Because you definitely knew you were watching something you weren't supposed to. But the cute drawing style didn't make your parents inquire too much about it.
20. Ultimate Muscle
TV Tokyo
Why you watched it: Because this show was weird as hell and you couldn't turn away. It was like your cartoon version of Monday Night Raw.
21. Mummies Alive!
Claster Television, Inc.
Why you watched it: This was usually one of the last cartoons to come on Saturday mornings, you would kind of watch it while looking for something else.
22. Cyberchase
PBS
Why you watched it: Because it actually surprised you that a show based around math was fun as hell!
23. Yu-Gi-Oh!
Fox
Why you watched it: Because it made you feel like you found some new secret Pokémon. You might've tried playing with Yu-Gi-Oh! cards for a second too.
24. The Batman
Warner Bros.
Why you watched it: Because it's Batman, duh.
25. Batman Beyond
Warner Bros.
Why you watched it: Because it's Batman, duh again. It felt like a brand new cartoon even though the villains were pretty much the same. But seeing an old Bruce Wayne teach his protégé Terry McGinnis the tricks of trade and kick ass in the future? Sign me up.
26. Tutenstein
Discovery Kids
Why you watched it: The drawing style was really cool, Cleo was fresh AF, and Tutenstein was the juuust right kind of jerk to piss you off but still keep your attention.
27. Curious George
PBS
Why you watched it: You remember the book! Plus George was an adorable monkey.
28. Maya and Miguel
PBS
Why you watched it: Because you really wish you could be a part of the Santos family.
29. Teen Titans
Warner Bros.
Why you watched it: Because it was SOOO good! You were probably excited when you saw Teen Titans Go! for carrying on tradition but the original Teen Titans will forever have your heart.
30. Da Boom Crew
Warner Bros
Why you watched it: They’re theme song sounded awesome and the drawing style was cool AF. It wasn’t around for long and it still hurts your heart a bit. Also look at that diversity!
31. Dragon Tales
PBS
Why you watched it: Something about this show was seriously hypnotizing. You wish you could find a dragon scale to wish on!
32. Winx Club
Rainbow S.r.l.
Why you watched it: Because this show was magical. Literally.
33. Sonic X
TV Tokyo
Why you watched it: Because anything Sonic related is instantly iconic.
34. One Piece
Fuji TV
Why you watched it: Because seeing Monkey D. Luffy's limbs stretch like Mister Fantastic was crazy and you couldn't forgive yourself for missing out on a show like this.
35. Funky Cops
Télévision Par Satellite
Why you watched it: Because there was nothing else on that you were really into initially. But when you saw these two dudes "gettin' down" on the dance floor and whoop ass like Miami Vice you were hooked.
36. Shaman King
TV Tokyo
Why you watched it: So many spirits, so much action, "so many things you never could see," this show was amazing!
37. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Viacom Media Networks
Why you watched it: Because it is STILL the best Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles animated series.
38. Totally Spies
Saban Entertainment
Why you watched it: Because they're the freshest set of spies you have ever seen.
39. The Weekenders
Disney
Why you watched it: Because these kids were awesome! They came from all different backgrounds, they changed outfits every episode, and living for the weekend is relatable AF.
40. The Legend of Tarzan
Disney
Why you watched it: Because it's Tarzan! The movie was amazing and there series gave us more context with what Tarzan and Jane's happily ever after looked like.
41. Caillou
PBS
Why you watched it: BECAUSE. NOTHING. ELSE. WAS. ON. Caillou was such an annoying kid.
42. Teamo Supremo
Buena Vista Television
Why you watched it: Their kick-ass intro theme littered with ass kicking onomatopoeias, how does one resist?
43. Sabrina: The Animated Series
UPN
Why you watched it: You loved Sabrina the Teenage Witch so you thought you’d give it a try… And it did not disappoint!
44. Martin Mystery
Marathon International
Why you watched it: The animation style caught your interest but then you couldn't turn away even when the scary-ass monsters throughout the show made you want to.
45. Super Robot Monkey Team Hyperforce Go!
Disney-ABC International Television
Why you watched it: The name alone raised your eyebrow, the familiar voice of Chiro (Greg Cipes) who also voiced Beast Boy from Teen Titans grabbed your attention, then amazing action throughout the series kept your attention.
46. Marvin The Tap-Dancing Horse
Nelvana
Why you watched it: The instant interest came from the title for sure. I mean who doesn't want to see a horse tap dance? Don't answer that, but in the context of a cartoon — instant attention grabber.
47. Anne of Green Gables
PBS
Why you watched it: Usually because nothing else was on, but after their theme song came on you were hooked.
48. The Berenstain Bears
PBS
Why you watched it: Because the books were amazing and the show did NOT let you down.
49. Atomic Betty
Distribution 360
Why you watched it: Because Betty made you feel like you could do anything you put your mind to. Who else loves school, sings in a band, AND is a Galactic Guardian? I'll wait...OK times up, nobody!
50. Loonatics Unleashed
Warner Bros.
Why you watched it: You got to see the Batman versions of your favorite Looney Tunes characters. And it was fucking awesome.
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