41 early '00s cartoons you may have forgotten (2023)

    The golden era of cartoons, tbh.

    by Isha BassiJunior Staff Writer, Australia

    1. My life as a teenage robot

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    Nickelodeon

    Why it was so good:Because it was so damn understandable! Although Jenny was a robot, she was a teenager who went through the same awkward situations as you.

    2. Dragon Booster

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    CBC

    Why it was so good:Because it had dragons, duh. And not your usual fire-breathing, flying types either, but ones capable of harnessing "mag energy" and carrying high-tech gear.

    3. Tracey McBean

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    ABC

    Why it was so good:Because watching Tracey invent all these different contraptions to use against the dopey McConnolly brothers was badass.

    4. Cyberworld

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    PBS

    Why it was so good:Because it actually surprised you that a show based on solving math problems could be so entertaining.

    5. premium hamster

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    ITV1

    Why it was so good:Because there was no better action-fighting duo than Marion and Cassie.

    6. Corneil & Bernie

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    CBBC

    Why it was so good:Because the distinctive personalities of an intelligent, talking dog and their dog sitter will never fail to make you laugh.

    7. your code

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    France 3

    Why it was so good:Because even if the synchronization wasn't that great, the chemistry between Ulrich and Yumi was pure fire. 🔥

    8. Winx-Club

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    RAI 2/4Kinder

    Why it was so good:Because it made all your fantasy dreams come true, including ending up with an ultra cute friend who was a specialist.

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    9. class 3000

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    Cartoon Network

    Why it was so good:Because of all the dope André 3000 songs!!!

    10. Supreme Team

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    ABC

    Why it was so good:Because even though you laughed at how ridiculous that isopeningwas, there was still something decent to see on a Saturday morning.

    11. Angela loved it

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    Telethon

    Why it was so good:Because it was one of the catchiest and most annoyingtheme songsalways. Oh, and watching Angela's rivalries with her fake French classmate, Nanette Manoir, was the best part.

    12. Martin morning

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    France 3

    Why it was so good:Because you never knew how Martin would wake up in every episode. I mean, you'd try to predict it, but he literally turned into a snowman once, and who would have thought?!

    13. Total spies

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    Telethon

    Why it was so good:Because they were the freshest spies with some of the best gadgets you've ever seen.

    14. Little Robots

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    BBC

    Why it was so good:Because it was your jam! you sang thatTitelliedat school, in the shower, while watching the show... really 24/7.

    15. Tutenstein

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    discovery kids

    Why it was so good:Because Cleo's clapbacks at the time Tutenstein was an idiot were fabulous. Plus, learn about ancient Egypt while watching an animated cartoon. Win.

    16. Angelina Ballerina

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    CITV

    Why it was so good:Because everything about this cartoon was beautiful. From the animation to the dancing, you loved Angelina with all your heart and soul.

    17. ChalkZone

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    Nickelodeon

    Why it was so good:Because everything aboutChalkZonewas so creative. It got you pulling out your Crayola crayons and drawing with Rudy.

    18. Sitting ducks

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    Cartoon Network

    Why it was so good:Because it taught you the true value of friendship and having each other's backs no matter the situation.

    19. George shrinks

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    PBS

    Why it was so good:Because it showed you that every situation has a silver lining, including shrinking it to the size of an insect.

    20. bracket

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    Telethon

    Why it was so good:Because it made you appreciate the fact that you either didn't have braces or that your braces weren't attracted to metal objects.

    21. Fillmore!

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    disney channel

    Why it was so good:Because it was the only version of a crime series that you were actually allowed to watch.

    22. Code name: kids next door

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    Cartoon Network

    Why it was so good:Because it made you create your own secret agency equipped with 2x4 technology.

    23. Yakkity Yak

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    Nickelodeon

    Why it was so good:Because it was literally a show about a talking yak with a frigging pineapple for a friend.

    24. As told by Ginger

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    Nickelodeon

    Why it was so good:Because not only did the characters change clothes and wear different outfits, but the entire series taught you SO many important life lessons.

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    25. Jackie Chan adventures

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    Cartoon Network

    Why it was so good:Because it featured the well-loved action movie star in cartoon form battling the bad guys in search of charms.

    26. Teen Titans

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    WB for children

    Why it was so good:WeilTeen Titanswas the bomb! Everything about it was incredible except for its sequelTeen Titans go!.

    27. Yu-Gi-Oh!

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    4 Cheeks

    Why it was so good:Because getting up early on Saturday morning was worth it. It's time for a d-d-d-d-d-d DUEL!

    28. Ozzy & Drix

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    Cartoon Network

    Why it was so good:WeilOsmose Joneswas the shit! AndOzzy & Drixwas even better than the movie.

    29. Atom Betty

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    Telethon

    Why it was so good:Because Betty was goals! She loved school, sang in a band, was a galactic guardian and always managed to return home before anyone noticed her absence.

    30. Danny Phantom

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    Nickelodeon

    Why it was so good:Because you probably had a crush on Danny Phantom and wanted to save the world with him.

    31. The Weekender

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    ABC

    Why it was so good:Because there was a group of teenagers from different backgrounds who not only changed their outfits every episode, but made the most of their weekends together.

    32. intruder zim

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    Nickelodeon

    Why it was so good:Because neither Zim nor Dib were very good at their jobs, which led to some hilarious situations. At that time, for example, both were processed into BOLOGNA MEAT.

    33. Hamtaro

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    Cartoon Network

    Why it was so good:Because nothing was better than watching some adorable animated, talking hamsters that made you smile.

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    34. girls things/boys things

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    YTV

    Why it was so good:Because watching these ~hip~ teenagers made you feel ~cool~.

    35. The Koala Brothers

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    ABC kids

    Why it was so good:Because it didn't just have a real catchy tuneTitellied, but all the Australian themed characters were adorable!! Also, there was always a happy resolution at the end of each episode.

    36. Die Powerpuff-Girls

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    Cartoon Network

    Why it was so good:It isDie Powerpuff-Girls, ah. Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup were six-year-old feminist icons.

    37. Nursing home for imaginary friends

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    Cartoon Network

    Why it was so good: Fosterswas the cutest cartoon about friendship and its different forms, and every episode felt like your TV gave you a hug. It was hopeful, melancholic and had nice animation.

    38. Kim Possible

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    Disney

    Why it was so good:Kim was a badass and every little girl's hero. She tackled bad guys and high school with attitude, plus she and Ron were adorable.

    39. Samurai-Jack

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    Cartoon Network

    Why it was so good: Samurai-JackMaybe it was a bit intense for some of us growing up, but this action series was animated great and got better with each season.

    40. All grown up!

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    Nickelodeon

    Why it was so good:The sequel tocarpetsfeatured all the characters we knew and loved as pre-teens (or already teenagers, in Angelica and Susie's case), keeping the spirit of the original while giving it an update. Chucky stayed adorable, Angelica was annoying, and Dil and Tommy grew hair!

    41. The proud family

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    Disney

    Why it was so good:Aside from the iconic theme song, this show was as funny as any live-action sitcom of the era. Suga Mama alone is reason enough to watch, but Penny was the definition of a relatable teenager.

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