Gen Z, Put Down Your Phones and Watch These 10 Classic Cartoon Network Shows

Nathan Chen
5 min readMar 27, 2023

Ahem, GenZ, it’s time to put down your TikTok and Snapchat and tune into some classic Cartoon Network shows. As a millennial Asian American man who grew up with Cartoon Network, I’ve seen it all – from the original Powerpuff Girls to Courage the Cowardly Dog. And let me tell you, there are some gems from the past that are still worth watching today. So, without further ado, here are 10 Cartoon Network shows that GenZ should add to their watchlist.

Samurai Jack

First up, we have the legendary Samurai Jack. This show follows the time-displaced samurai Jack as he tries to defeat the evil Aku and find his way back to his own time. The show’s unique art style, epic fight scenes, and philosophical themes make it a must-watch for any animation fan. Plus, the voice acting from Phil LaMarr as Jack is top-notch.

The Powerpuff Girls

Now, you might be thinking “oh, I’ve seen the Powerpuff Girls before, it’s just for little kids.” But let me tell you, the original Powerpuff Girls from the late ‘90s and early 2000s had some seriously clever writing and pop culture…

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Nathan Chen

I'm Nathan Chen, a queer Asian writer advocating for LGBTQ+ issues, Asian representation, work life & mental health. Let's explore life's complexities together!