Most Popular Cartoons of the 90s

The 1990s was a golden era for cartoons, with many shows becoming cultural phenomena that still resonate today. Here are some of the most popular cartoons of the 90s:

1. Rugrats (1991-2004): Created by Arlene Klasky, Gábor Csupó, and Paul Germain, Rugrats is a show that focuses on a group of toddlers, Tommy, Chuckie, twins Phil, and Lil, and Angelica, and their day-to-day lives. The series is known for its unique animation style and the imaginative world from the perspective of the children.
2. Hey Arnold! (1996-2004): This show, created by Craig Bartlett, centers around a fourth-grader named Arnold, who lives with his grandparents in an inner-city boarding house. The series is known for its character development and the portrayal of a wide variety of real-life situations and themes.
3. Dexter’s Laboratory (1996-2003): Created by Genndy Tartakovsky, the show follows Dexter, a boy-genius with a secret laboratory filled with his inventions. He constantly battles his pesky sister Dee Dee, who always finds a way to get into Dexter’s lab and inadvertently wreak havoc.
4. Johnny Bravo (1997-2004): An American animated television series created by Van Partible for Cartoon Network. The series revolves around the titular character, Johnny Bravo, a sunglasses-wearing, muscular, and boorish young man who tries to get women to date him, though he is usually unsuccessful.
5. Courage the Cowardly Dog (1999-2002): The show revolves around a small fuchsia dog named Courage who lives with his elderly owners, Muriel and Eustace Bagge, in a farmhouse in the middle of Nowhere, Kansas. Courage and his owners are frequently thrown into bizarre misadventures, often involving the paranormal or supernatural.
6. Ed, Edd n Eddy (1999-2009): Created by Danny Antonucci, the series revolves around three preteen boys named Ed, Edd (called “Double D”), and Eddy—collectively known as “the Eds”—who live in a suburban cul-de-sac. Unofficially led by Eddy, the Eds constantly scheme to make money off their peers, in order to purchase their favorite confectionery, jawbreakers.

These shows not only entertained millions of children and adults alike but also left a lasting impact on pop culture. They are fondly remembered and continue to be enjoyed by new generations.