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.