2010s - New Genres, Diversity, and Streaming Platforms

Adventure Time (2010-2018)
A surreal, post-apocalyptic fantasy with intricate world-building.

Regular Show (2010-2017)
A quirky series about two park employees slacking off and the hijinks that ensue.

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic (2010-2020)
A reimagining of the My Little Pony franchise.

Black Dynamite (2011-2015)
Based on ‘blaxploitation’-inspired film.

Gravity Falls (2012-2016)
A mystery-comedy series set in a town with constant mysteries to decode.

Rick and Morty (2013-present)
A sci-fi sitcom with dark humor following a boy and his great uncle exploring the depths of space and family life.

Bojack Horseman (2014-2020)
A Netflix series about a washed-up actor.

Steven Universe (2013-2020)
Steven Universe is a landmark when it comes to inclusive representation in animation.

The Amazing World of Gumball (2011-2019)
Known for blending 2D, 3D, and live-action into one crazy show.

Attack on Titan (2013-present)
A dark anime series focusing on themes of freedom and survival.

Mike Tyson Mysteries (2014-2020)
Featuring the former boxing champ solving mysteries with his ‘gang’ a la Scooby Doo.

One Punch Man (2015-present)
A satirical take on superhero tropes.

Castlevania (2017-2021)
One of Netflix's first successful anime-style series.