Cartoons are known for their humor, but the most side-splitting animated TV shows take it to another level. The most incredible animated comedy series ever made offer a wide variety of laughs, from hilarious family sitcoms to clever satire. If you’re on the lookout for some top-tier animated comedies, this list of the all-time best will help you decide what to add to your must-watch list.
It’s commonly believed that the funniest animated TV shows are strictly for grown-ups, like Family Guy and South Park. While these shows are undeniably funny, there are also cartoon comedies out there that appeal to a broader audience. Shows like Gravity Falls or Ed, Edd n Eddy know exactly how to bring on the giggles too. Many of the best animated comedy series follow the format of beloved sitcoms, just like the most popular live-action comedies. The likes of The Simpsons, Bob’s Burgers, and King of the Hill take the classic sitcom concept and bring it to life with animation, utilizing the unique advantages of the medium to enhance the humor.
So, which animated TV shows truly reign as the funniest? Share your thoughts on the best animated comedies, and don’t forget to give a thumbs down to the ones that fall short of their comedic claims.
1. South Park
Premiered: August 13, 1997
Actors: Trey Parker, Matt Stone
2. The Simpsons
Premiered: December 17, 1989
Actors: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright
3. Captain Fall
Premiered: July 28, 2023
Actors: Jason Ritter, Christopher Meloni, Lesley-Ann Brandt
4. Looney Tunes Cartoons
Premiered: May 27, 2020
Actors: Eric Bauza, Jeff Bergman, Bob Bergen
5. Futurama
Premiered: March 28, 1999
Actors: Billy West, Katey Sagal, John DiMaggio
6. Family Guy
Premiered: January 31, 1999
Actors: Seth MacFarlane, Alex Borstein, Seth Green
7. Scooby-Doo
Premiered: September 13, 1969
Actors: Casey Kasem, Don Messick, Heather North
8. Rick and Morty
Premiered: December 2, 2013
Actors: Justin Roiland, Sarah Chalke, Spencer Grammer
9. Tom and Jerry
Premiered: February 10, 1940
Actors: Tom Kenny, Rick Zieff, Gary Cole
10. The Bugs Bunny Show
Premiered: October 11, 1960
Actor: Mel Blanc
11. The Flintstones
Premiered: September 30, 1960
Actors: Alan Reed, Jean Vander Pyl, Mel Blanc
