22 Animated Shows on Netflix You'll Love . . . Even If You're a Full-On Adult

We'll be the first to admit we miss waking up on Saturday mornings and spending hours watching cartoons. From SpongeBob SquarePants to Rugrats, it was our favorite animated shows that always gave us something to look forward to. While we might have originally thought adulthood was all about sci-fi fantasy shows and true-crime documentaries, Netflix makes a strong case for the adult animated show. While some of the animated shows leave us laughing so hard our stomachs hurt, others leave us on the edge of our seat. From anime to Netflix originals, there is something for everyone on this list of 22 shows. Some even pack a serious all-star cast.

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BoJack Horseman
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BoJack Horseman

If you haven't watched BoJack Horseman yet, you have a lot of catching up to do. Will Arnett, Aaron Paul, and Amy Sedaris voice the main characters, and it will have you laughing so hard you'll cry.

Watch it now.

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Big Mouth
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Big Mouth

Don't sleep on Big Mouth. The all-star voice cast is enough to keep you coming back again and again, and it was created by fan favorites Nick Kroll and Andrew Goldberg. It's extremely relatable, as it navigates a group of teenagers going through puberty.

Watch it now.

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One-Punch Man
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One-Punch Man

One-Punch Man tells the story of Saitama, a powerful superhero who has become bored of his opponents. The animation is top-notch, and the premise is perfect for some good laughs.

Watch it now.

04
F Is For Family
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F Is For Family

Netflix original series F Is For Family is all about the mature humor. It's been compared to Family Guy and South Park, so you know it's good. It was created by Bill Burr, and it focuses on a family in the '70s growing up without the technology we know today.

Watch it now.

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Disenchantment
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Disenchantment

From the creators of The Simpsons and Futurama comes Disenchantment. It follows Princess Bean, who is basically the antithesis to all the Disney princesses you've grown up with.

Watch it now.

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Castlevania
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Castlevania

Based off the video game of the same name, Castlevania follows Count Vlad Dracula Tepes whose wife is burned to death on false accusations of being a witch. As a result, no one in Wallachia is safe.

Watch it now.

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Attack on Titan
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Attack on Titan

Another anime series for the list, Attack on Titan follows three people whose cities are surrounded by walls because of titans who feed on humans. When the titans invade the town, the three main characters join the Scout Regiment to kill the enemy.

Watch it now.

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Yu-Gi-Oh!
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Yu-Gi-Oh!

We're sure you remember the card game swept the nation, but the cartoon series is definitely an entertaining anime show. Plus, it gets major bonus points for the '90s nostalgia.

Watch it now.

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Pokemon
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Pokemon

We just can't have an animated show roundup without Pokemon. We spent countless hours watching this in the '90s, and we think the series still holds up now that we're adults.

Watch it now.

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Star Wars: The Clone Wars
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Star Wars: The Clone Wars

While the reboot films have been getting a lot of attention lately, it's animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars that you should have on your radar. It takes place during the Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith era, so it adds a little bit more color the the original prequel films.

Watch it now.

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Star Trek: The Animated Series
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Star Trek: The Animated Series

Fans of the television staple will love Star Trek: The Animated Series. It features the voices of the original cast, and it has a nostalgic vibe everyone will love.

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Death Note
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Death Note

We've got another option for our anime fans with Death Note. Some fans say it's one of the best anime shows ever, and it has one of the most entertaining premises ever. High school students stumbles upon a notebook called the Death Note, which grants him power to kill anyone he or she desires.

Watch it now.

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Pacific Heat
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Pacific Heat

Netflix original series Pacific Heat is an animated satire similar to Archer (which, by the way, Netflix should add if it's listening). It's about a covert squad of enforcement officials taking on crime in Australia, and it is nothing short of amazing.

Watch it now.

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Aggretsuko
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Aggretsuko

Anime fans will go crazy for Netflix original series Aggretsuko, which follows Retsuko, a red panda, as she copes with the boring, mundane realities of a desk job by singing death metal karaoke.

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Trollhunters
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Trollhunters

Trollhunters is a cartoon series created by Guillermo del Toro, so you know it's nothing short of inspired. One day, James Lake Jr. finds an amulet, which opens a world full of trolls and creatures. Plus, it stars Kelsey Grammer, Emile Hirsch, and Charlie Saxton as the lead voice actors.

Watch it now.

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Paradise PD
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Paradise PD

Netflix original series Paradise PD comes to us from the creators of Brickleberry. It's got touches of Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Reno 911, just in cartoon form, so be prepared to laugh.

Watch it now.

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Voltron: Legendary Defender
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Voltron: Legendary Defender

Cartoon reboot Voltron: Legendary Defender is a nod to the popular animated series from the '80s. It's a Netflix original series that follows five Paladin pilots that must learn how to control lion robots in order to form the "Defender of the Universe," Voltron.

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Phineas and Ferb
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Phineas and Ferb

Disney Channel classic Phineas & Ferb has never let us down. Each episode, Phineas and Ferb must make a plan to stay ahead of their bratty sister, while their pet platypus saves the world.

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The Hollow
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The Hollow

Netflix original series The Hollow tells the story of three teens that come together to build a home after waking up in an alternate universe. It's a Canadian animated series that combines science, fantasy, and adventure for a nonstop thrill ride.

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Home: Adventures With Tip & Oh
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Home: Adventures With Tip & Oh

From Dreamworks Animation comes Home: Adventures With Tip & Oh. Developed by Ryan Crego and Thurop Van Orman, it's a series about Earth's new human and alien culture, and the friendship that ensues as a result. It's technically for children, but it's very enjoyable nonetheless.

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Total Drama
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Total Drama

This cartoon series is basically one giant parody of shows like Survivor. It's made up of different contestants competing with one another to win the prize, and it is sure to keep you laughing over and over again.

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