Who says cartoons are just for kids? Whatever your age is watching cartoons is a good way to relax and reconnect with your inner child. The cartoons that you grew up watching on television can take you back to the joy of childhood.
While some of your favorite shows have been replaced on the scheduled TV program, fortunately, there are now streaming platforms that brought back some of these nostalgic shows. So sit back, get on your PJs, and be ready to escape the challenges of your adult life with these shows:
'Avatar: The Last Air Bender' (2005-2008)
The "Avatar: The Last Airbender" was created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko. The show originally aired on Nickelodeon and gained a massive fanbase over the years. The series popularized the iconic introduction of the elements water, earth, fire, and air.
The story follows the adventure of Aang as he tries to rediscover his powers and reunite the nations after being trapped in an iceberg for a hundred years. He was joined by siblings Katara and Sokka, Toph, and eventually Zuko. The show was so great the network created the sequel "The Legend of Korra" which dates in the future.
'The Fairly OddParents' (2001-2017)
"The Fairly OddParents" was created by Butch Hartman and was known to be one of Nickelodeon's longest-running animated series. The show became popular due to its comedic appeal across age groups. Lots of kids can also relate to Timmy's imaginative scenarios.
The series follows a young boy named Timmy Turner who is often accompanied by his fairy godparents, Cosmo and Wanda. "Fairly OddParents" also has fascinating lore which would explain how the fairy godparents work. Most importantly, the long-time-running show capitalized on various pop culture making it related to all ages.
'SpongeBob SquarePants' (1999-Present)
"SpongeBob SquarePants" was created by Stephen Hillenburg and is one of the longest-running American animated series having lasted for more than two decades. The series was widely known due to its humor and unique characters that never got boring even as time went by.
Situated at the Bikini Bottom, SpongeBob continues with his daily adventures along with other characters such as Squidward, Patrick, Sandy, Mr. Krabs, and Plankton. The show has proven its cultural impact with various pop culture things referenced to the show. Over the years, the show is also known for having celebrity guest appearances.
'The Powerpuff Girls' (1998-2005)
"The Powerpuff Girls" came from the mind of Craig McCracken for Cartoon Network. Many kids in the early 2000s were enchanted with the unique premise of the show which combines cuteness and action. The series is also known for instilling moral lessons in its viewers with every episode ending with an outro spiel.
The story follows the story Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup as they try to save the city of Townsville from various evil creatures. The show had memorable villains as well. The creator of the show also managed to sneak a mysterious vibe. For instance, Miss Bellum's face was never revealed on-screen and was only shown from the shoulders below.
'Ben 10' (2005-2008)
"Ben 10" was developed by the Man of Action and was produced under Cartoon Network Studios. While the original series lasted only four seasons, the show became a franchise that spawned various spin-offs as we see Ben and Gwen grow older.
The main premise of the show lies in Ben's ability to transform into different alien forms using his watch called Omnitrix. Kids were quick to develop an interest in anything that Ben used on the show which led to Cartoon Network producing various merchandise. The show also prioritized giving life lessons as the characters developed and matured.
