Animated shows are not just for kids. In recent decades, animated adult shows have enthralled viewers. By breaking past the limitations of live action while still delivering mature content, these shows can dive into the funny and dark adult themes at the same time. Thankfully, there are tons of adult shows you can try out, including these six best animated adult shows, many still running to this day.
6. Family Guy (1999-Present)
Starting our list of animated adult shows is Family Guy. The series follows the Griffins, a dysfunctional family who live in a wacky Rhode Island town as they deal with everyday life. The family includes Peter, Lois, Meg, Chris, Stewie, and their dog Brian. The family interacts with each other along with other star characters, such as Peter’s friends Glenn Quagmire, Joe Swanson, and Cleveland Brown.
–IMDb score: 8.1
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5. Love, Death & Robots (2019-Present)
Fifth on our list of animated adult shows is Love, Death & Robots, a collection of animated short stories. Each episode features a new story and animation style in various genres, including science fiction, fantasy, horror, and comedy. The 5-time Emmy-winning series was created by Tim Miller with David Fincher, constantly trying to push and expand the idea of adult animation.
–IMDb score: 8.4
4. The Simpsons (1989-Present)
Next on our list of best animated adult shows is our favorite yellow family, The Simpsons. The sitcom follows a misfit family in Springfield consisting of Homer, the oafish father, Marge, the hardworking homemaker wife, Bart the underachiever, Lisa, the unappreciated genius, and Maggie, the cute yet silent infant. Each episode throws the family into new situations, with many scenes predicting the future in real life.
–IMDb score: 8.6
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3. South Park (1997-Present)
Rounding out the top three animated adult shows is South Park. The series follows a group of four adventure-seeking 10-year-old fourth-grade boys, Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny. While some of their adventures result in nothing, others spin right out of control. Everything is a little off in the town of South Park, and the boys are usually right at the center of it all.
–IMDb score: 8.7
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2. BoJack Horseman (2014-2020)
Second on our list of animated adult shows is BoJack Horseman, which takes a look at the harsh realities of Hollywood stars. BoJack Horseman was the star of the hit show “Horsin’ Around” in the 80s and 90s, but is now washed up and complains about everything. BoJack struggles with depression, addiction, maintaining relationships, and his deteriorating popularity all against the backdrop of Hollywood, California.
–IMDb score: 8.8
1. Rick & Morty (2013-Present)
Last but not least on our list of animated adult shows is Rick & Morty. The series follows the endless adventures of Rick, a genius alcoholic and careless scientist, and his grandson Morty, a 14-year-old anxious boy who is not as smart. Combined, the two explore the infinite universes and constantly run in mayhem and trouble with various extra-dimensional beings.
–IMDb score: 9.1
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