10 Best Cartoon Network Shows Of The '90s, Ranked

Key Points:

• Cartoon Network, launched in 1992, initially showcased Warner Bros. and Hanna-Barbera animations but shifted focus to original content in the 1990s, producing some of its most iconic shows during that decade.
• Notable '90s Cartoon Network originals include "Cow and Chicken" (1997), known for its surreal humor and the superhero spoof "I Am Weasel," and "2 Stupid Dogs" (1993), a lighthearted series featuring dim-witted canine characters.
• "Transformers: Beast Wars" aired its second season on Cartoon Network and is praised for its pioneering CGI animation and continuation of the original Transformers storyline, despite being more associated with its syndicated run.
• Other significant shows from the era include "Johnny Bravo" (1997), a comedic take on a self-centered Elvis-like character; "Ed, Edd n Eddy" (late '90s), which explores adolescent mischief with a unique animation style; and "The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest" (1996), combining traditional and 3D animation.
• "Courage the Cowardly Dog" stands out for blending surreal horror with humor, while "Space Ghost Coast to Coast" (1994) pioneered absurdist talk show satire influencing later Adult Swim programming; "The Powerpuff Girls" (1998) and "Dexter's Laboratory" (1996) remain celebrated for their innovative storytelling and appeal across age groups.