The 14 Best Old Cartoon Network Shows
1. Dexter’s Laboratory (1996-2003)
Dexter’s Laboratory was a hit show that focused on a young genius named Dexter, who had a secret laboratory in his home. With his quirky sister Dee Dee constantly meddling with his experiments, this show was filled with humor and scientific mischief.
2. The Powerpuff Girls (1998-2005)
This classic show followed three super-powered sisters, Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup, who were created by a scientist attempting to produce the perfect girls. The Powerpuff Girls fought crime in the city of Townsville while balancing their everyday lives as kindergarten students.
3. Johnny Bravo (1997-2004)
Johnny Bravo was a hilarious show about a vain and muscular man named Johnny who consistently struggled to get a girlfriend. With an Elvis-inspired hairstyle and comically exaggerated mannerisms, Johnny’s charisma is unforgettable.
4. Cow and Chicken (1997-1999)
This wacky cartoon followed the life of two siblings: Cow, a sweet but ditzy bovine, and Chicken, her irritable older brother. Their absurd adventures often involved encounters with the Devil himself, the Red Guy.
5. Courage the Cowardly Dog (1999-2002)
This unique horror-comedy series centered around Courage, a fearful dog living with his elderly owners in the middle of nowhere. Despite his fears, he is constantly forced into paranormal situations that require bravery and creative thinking to overcome.
6. Ed, Edd n Eddy (1999-2009)
Ed, Edd n Eddy followed three misfit preteens who were always trying to make money for jawbreakers or impress their peers in their suburban cul-de-sac. Their unusual schemes often resulted in chaos and humorous conflicts.
7. Samurai Jack (2001-2004; 2017)
Samurai Jack told the tale of a brave warrior who was sent into the future by an evil shape-shifting wizard. Trapped in a dystopian reality, Jack had to fight countless foes and overcome challenges to return to his own time and vanquish the evil wizard.
8. The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy (2001-2008)
This dark comedy featured an unlikely trio consisting of two young children, Billy and Mandy, and the Grim Reaper himself. The show revolved around the daily antics of the three as they encountered supernatural scenarios and obnoxious villains.
9. Codename: Kids Next Door (2002-2008)
A clever show about child spies who fought adult tyranny, upholding the rights of children while battling evil villains using incredibly advanced technology.
10. Teen Titans (2003-2006)
Teen Titans followed a team of teen superheroes, each possessing a unique talent. As they fought crime and faced personal challenges, they strove to maintain balance between their superhero duties and teen lives.
11. Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends (2004-2009)
In a world where imaginary friends are real, this heartwarming series explores life at a foster home for abandoned imaginary friends as they awaited their new human best friends.
12. Camp Lazlo (2005-2008)
Following a group of oddball animal scouts at summer camp, this show entertained with its goofy antics and slapstick humor.
13. Chowder (2007-2010)
The surreal adventures of an eccentric culinary apprentice named Chowder took center stage in this eccentric concoction filled with lively characters and madcap situations.
14. Justice League/Justice League Unlimited
These two related series showcased an ensemble cast of iconic DC superheroes like Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, and Green Lantern working together as an elite crime-fighting team.