Never too old for Cartoons?

Australia
February 24, 2010 10:51am CST
Okay so Im almost 19 but I find myself still watching cartoons and not Family Guy or Simpsons...no I watch the preschooler ones that I watched when I was a kid like Franklin, Magic Scool Bus, Arthur etc. I personally dont think that there is anything wrong with watching them but some people would probably tell you to grow up. I just think its a nice way to look back at your child hood and the memories. What do you think? Are there any cartoons that you still like to watch even though you are a teenager or adult? Are they cartoons that you watched when you were a kid or that you are just getting into now? What are they?
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@visijay32 (447)
• Philippines
25 Feb 10
I'm 34 years old and I am still watching cartoons. I guess there is something in them that makes me appreciate how the people behind them creates these moving illustrations. You can see how they evolve through the years just like in the case of the Justice League (superfriends during my childhood days). Batman the animated series when it was first shown here in the Philippines was classified as GP or general patronage, but later on due to the nature of the story line it was reclassified to Parental Guidance. In summary, I like watching them even at my age but I do prefer how the story line goes.
• United States
25 Feb 10
visijay32 is awesome! Justice League and Batman for the win!
• Australia
25 Feb 10
Yes and we should trult appreciate all the work that does go into the cartoons especially the old hand drawn ones. I sure since we didnt really realize as children that it took that much effort to make a program like that. Alot of cartoons that do evolve over the years which makes it great for future generations to still get to watch something that we watched when we were young. Thanks for your answer.
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@phoenix8606 (4942)
24 Feb 10
yeah we never get too old for watching cartoons, even now, when I am 21 years old i still watch Tom and Jerry and some other cartoons and I also watch animations. Well, there are some people, especially boys, who think watching cartoons means being weak and still a child and girls will not like you, but i am actually sorry for that guys, because they really don't know what are they missing! One of my favorite animations is Flushed away and RObots- two very interesting animations, which worth being watchedz!
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@snoopyfan (1312)
• United States
24 Feb 10
I am a adult female and trust me there are a lot of us who like cartoons. I guess for right now you aren't meeting the right girls. I love Disney movies and can't wait for the next animated release. The fact that those movies continue to capture fans of all ages tell you cartoons will live forever.
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24 Feb 10
yeah, i also think this movies will live forever :)
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@snoopyfan (1312)
• United States
24 Feb 10
Exactly and you being young will find a girl to watch cartoons with. Look for the ones with a great sense of humor and I am sure they have some cartoon blood in them.
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• India
24 Feb 10
Tom and jerry is something you can really enjoy!!!I love that cartoon..it can make you laugh at any age..
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• Australia
24 Feb 10
I agree Tom and Jerry isa pure classic simple as that. I mean thats why I understand that people of all ages and generations tsill watch this.
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@snoopyfan (1312)
• United States
24 Feb 10
Well I am way older than 19 but I love watching cartoons. I love boomerang, disney channel. I also like you have watched Franklin, Arthur, Curious George, etc. I have no kids. What draws me to these cartoons I believe is the characters and a lot of cartoons today just aren't as good as they use to be. I love the old Hanna Barbera cartoons like The Flintstones, Jetsons, etc. I do like The Simpsons. There is nothing wrong with letting that little kid out. I could name other cartoons but I am sure you get the idea. It will be interesting to see how many lotters on here will confess to what cartoons they really watch. I also think when we grow up with these shows and characters they are a friendly reminder and make us recall how happy we were when we were kids watching them. I don't tell a lot of people cause I also agree with you they would probably think what is wrong with us. So welcome to the secret cartoon watching club. I just put in under a guilty pleasure. Happy Cartooning.
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• Australia
24 Feb 10
Awesome! Yes the peanuts gang rocks. There is just no other cartoon like it. I think it was one of the best of all time and most entertaining. Most of the stuff they make today could never live up to a classic like that in my opinion. P.S. I LOVE ANIMALS TOO!!
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• Australia
24 Feb 10
I think its great to see that other teens and adults still like to watch the great old classics that are cartoons. Its cool that we have similar interests as I too like the flintstones and the jetsons...even my mom likes to watch those two oldies. I agree that it would be nice for other mylotters to just let loose and tell us about their guilty pleasure of still indulging in cartoons even if its just now and then. It will be cool to see which ones we have in common with other people and even remember some that we havent seen in ages. I also have to add that your username (being snoopy) made me remeber that how at christams and easter and halloween I love to catch the Charlie Brown Specials. I even have them on DVD. lol Thanks and happy cartooning to you too!
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@snoopyfan (1312)
• United States
24 Feb 10
Major peanuts fan and I will make another confession I am 40 so just to let all you young pups know. You are never to old for cartoons and you won't grow out of them. And yes I love Snoopy, Scooby, etc. I love animals so any cartoon with cute animals in them I usually watch.
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@olisaur (1922)
• United States
24 Feb 10
I'm 19 as well, and I love cartoons. I do like Family Guy, but I also love Disney cartoons (the classic ones with Mickey and Donald and Goofy) and shows I loved when I was a kid like Hey Arnold, Rocko's Modern Life, Rugrats and Angry Beavers. I don't think its weird if you're and adult and you watch them every once in a while, but I will say if you watch them constantly and follow every single episode it is a little weird, lol. w
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• Australia
24 Feb 10
Yeah I use to watch both Rugrats and Hey Arnold too. I will say though I do watch some cartoons everyday but they are all repeats of ones that I watched as a kid so I do remember them but I am not following any new episodes that are airing but I think even if someone did that would be fine.
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24 Feb 10
I love watching cartoons. They are entertaining, funny, lighthearted and a good watch. I have children of my own now and we often spend those rainy days watching cartoons. When i was younger I loved Scooby-Doo but it's not the same as it used to be. I actually prefer the new stuff that is on TV. I don't know if you get it in your country but Horrid Henry is a good one.
• Australia
24 Feb 10
Yes they are all that and more. Its great that parents can enjoy cartoons along with their kids like you do. I too loved scooby-doo when I was young. I have seen some recent shows of it and it is just nothing like the classic i agree.
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• Australia
24 Feb 10
Oh and no I have actually never heard of Horrid Henry but it sounds cute!
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@fluffysue (1482)
• United States
24 Feb 10
There is nothing wrong with that. I skipped a few morning classes in college to watch Sesame Street. There is something comforting sometimes, about watching the shows you watched when you were a kid. I don't watch any cartoons right now, but I guarantee I would watch Smurfs today if it was still on. (Yeah I'm old. lol) I do own some Mickey Mouse and Tweety on DVD though. (They are mine--I don't have kids.)
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• Australia
24 Feb 10
Hi fluffysue, I think its awesome that you would skip school just to watch cartoons. Truly shows that you are a hardcore fan lol. I actually watched a smurf christmas special just last year. I think they show the actual episodes on a retro cartoon channel that I get on my network. My sister who is seven years older than me is also a mickey mouse fan and owns the dvds, she too has no kids but just loves to watch them herself.
• Philippines
24 Feb 10
I am fond of watching cartoon show too and I even have collection of them which i handed it over to my nieces and nephew. I am more in focus now days to collect CGI movies or computer generated images from movies which look like a real one. I really like the way modern technology through the use of advanced graphics which is much clear images and voice technology. The plain cartoon becomes more excellent and they are both appealing not only to kids but also to adults young at heart.
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• Australia
24 Feb 10
Thats great that you are a cartoon fan and yes with all the new technology these days we can see our cartoons on a whole new level. Thanks for your answer!
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• Bangladesh
9 Mar 10
Yes, my dear friend. I'm now 37 (35 on birth certificate) but damn care my age while watching cartoon. I love them a lot and will be till the last day of my life. I've watched so many cartoons in my life till date starting from KumKum to latest Ben10... and so on. I still love bursting into hilarious guffaw without any hesitation while watching Tom and Jerry. I don't care whatever people thinks about me. Moreover, laughter is the best medicine. Have a nice day.
• Australia
22 Apr 10
Thats great that you still love to watch cartoons and dont care no matter what age you are.
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• Bangladesh
23 Apr 10
@ElsaElsa (323)
• United States
24 Feb 10
I think watching cartoons makes me remember the good old days. It reminds me of when my life was so simple no bills, no worries, nothing but myself to worry about. It was a good time and every once in a while I indulge in the cartoons I used to watch. I catch them on hulu every now and then. I'm glad they can still be found these days. The littles was my favorite.
• Australia
24 Feb 10
Oh yes the good old days when everythign was just so carefree. Cartoons are the best of memories for that. Makes you realize how simple life used to be for sure. I think its great to watch them every now and then especially when there is nothing else on anyways there is always some cartoon of some sort that can egt you smiling.
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• India
24 Feb 10
You are right my friend. There is no age for watching cartoons. I am 20 years old and I have crossed my teen age, but still I watch some cartoons during my leisure time. My favourite cartoons are Dexter's Lab, Spiderman, and The Mask.
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• Australia
24 Feb 10
Hi there thanks for your answer. i personally think its great that other people old and young still love to watch cartoons. I have to say thanks again though for reminding me of Dexters Lab I rememeber watching this all the time around 3rd or 4th grade afetr I came home form school. I would still probably watch it know but I never see it on TV here.
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• India
24 Feb 10
i dont think there is any age limit to watch cartoons and all . its all about your interest and what you like . if you like you can watch and their is no problem in it . i used to watch cartoons when i am a kid . but i dont have much interest in cartoons and all and mow a days i am interested in animation movies only . but even today i would love to watch tom and jerry if i used tosee it telecasted in tv when i watch tv . its my most favourite cartoon from my child hood
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• Australia
24 Feb 10
No age limit is right my friend. And if you like something as a kid then why shouldnt you still like it and want to watch it into your teens and even adulthood. I remember my dad (who is now over 60) watching The Magic School Bus a few years back and my mom watching Berenstein Bears. I never thought what the heck are they doing watching those shows. Oh yes Tom and Jerry such a classic. It is actually a show before my time but I have watched it and they now have a retro cartoon channel on my network where I can catch it.
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@TAZNEM (656)
• Philippines
24 Feb 10
i am 22 years old now and my i love watching anime the most even at this age i dont know why but i think i find watching these 2d animation less stressful and i really have fun watching them and its real entertainment for me. although i watch other programs like house, gossip girl and glee.
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• Australia
24 Feb 10
Yes I too do still watch my other mature programs such as wrestling, ghost hunters, the hills and more but I still like to watch a cartoon in the morning on saturday just for fun.
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@mets94 (16)
• Estonia
24 Feb 10
There are many cartoons to watch even though u are a teenager or adult.I have watcher many cartoon like Shrek,Ice Age,Madagasgar,Simpson.I like to watch cartoons what are funny so i think i gonna watch many cartoon i future.
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• Australia
24 Feb 10
Yes there are alot of cartoons nowadays that are made for teens and adults too but I actually prefer to watch th ones that I loved as a kid. they are more special to me because I can relive those moments. Thanks for your answer!
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• United States
25 Feb 10
I like to relive the good ol' days and then some. Disney XD or DXD: Gargoyles (Nearly the entire of "Star Trek: NG" did voice-overs on this show) Superman: The Animated Series (TAS) Batman: TAS Superman and Batman: TAS Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends The Amazing Spider-Man (This show wasn't far from "going there") X-Men (This show totally went there) Fantastic Four (This show slightly pushing it when they aired the "Namor" episodes) The Incredible Hulk The Incredible Hulk and She-Hulk (This should seriously been adults) Silver Surfer (It wasn't that great, but it said somewhat true to the comics) The Avengers (Again, when Namor is brought into any show, it's going to get put on late night television) Iron Man (Seriously, this should not have been a kids show, read the "Iron Man" comics and then see what I mean) Spider-Man: Unlimited (Marvel's biggest mistake next to "Howard the Duck") Cartoon Network Ben 10: Alien Force (I love Kevin and Gwen. Seriously, these two could probably have a show all their own) Marvel's Super Hero Squad (Squadies and Iron Man's love for the ladies, 'Nuff said!) Fantastic Four: World's Greatest Heroes (Again, Namor and She-Hulk equal "adult content) Just about anything on Adult Swim and Boomerang Justice League Justice League: Unlimited Batman Beyond The Super Friends Okay, I love superhero shows, seriously. I also love Animanics, Pinky and the Brain, Tiny Toon Adventures, Hysteria, Freakazoid (most people will never remember this show), The Tick, Action League Now, Invader Zim, and there are so many others.
• United States
25 Feb 10
Oh, and for the record, Animated shows (cartoons) and Anime are NEVER just for children. People of all ages can have fun watching animated shows and analyzing them.
• Australia
25 Feb 10
That a great list that you have there. Its nice to see that you enjoy an assortment of cartoons programs. i have not seen or heard all that you have mentioned but the one that really sticks out from my memory is Pinky and The Brain. i havent seen that show for so long. im not sure if they still show it hear in Canada or not. I will have to keep my eye on that. And yes you are right cartoons arent just for children. Thanks
• Philippines
25 Feb 10
I think all of us still watches cartoons once in a while. I do still watch the shows that I watched when I was a kid when I catch it on TV. It just brings so many good memories, and I can't help but smile and be happy whenever I watch them. My boyfriend on the other hand is addicted to spongebob. He just loves watching the show and even the reruns. You cannot change the channel until the show is over or else he'll get really mad. Hahahha.
• Philippines
26 Feb 10
That's true. Spongebob is one thing that my older brother and my brother have in common, and they get along because of that. Hahahaha.
• Australia
25 Feb 10
That cute that your boyfriend liks spongebob. I know some guys that like to watch it too once in while. It think its great that they will watch it and not be afraid to admit it like some people may be.Cartoons that we watch as a child definetely bring back the memories and put a smile on your face. Thats is just so true. Thanks for your response.
@airakumar (1553)
• India
23 Apr 10
Yes, it is never too old..I watch cartoons even today. I like watching cartoons when I am sad and it cheers me up. Tom and Jerry is what I like most, I laugh so much when I watch. It is such a nice one. I think most of kids watch and teens too. Tom & Jerry is everyone's favorite one. I also like Mr. bean..he is so funny. I have been watching Tom & Jerry since I was just 4 years old ,I remember. My parents also like it and my husband too,
• Australia
24 Apr 10
Im glad you still like cartoons too. Yes they are simply ageless. They too also cheer me up and make me remember the good times when I was so young and so carefree. Its a good experience really. I too like Mr Bean. I dont see it much on TV but it was a cute show. and yes tom and jerry is such a classic how could anyone not like it.
@freymind (1351)
• Philippines
2 Mar 10
Sponge Bob Square Pants, GhostFighter, SlamDunk, Avatar, Jimmy Neutron and I'm already in my mid 20's lol... I like watching cartoons.. Don't know why but I really like the funny moments and how it relieves my stress from work. I like Japanese Anime's more than American Cartoons since the drawings are really nice and the stories are very good and wonders how come this Anime's have big eyes.. Bigger that other parts of their bodies yet look so cute... When I was younger I like Sailormoon, Gundam Wing and Dragon Ball Z... I like an Anime Hideiko Shingi I think not sure of the title.. Its about 1 girl who looks like Sadako and 4 gorgeous looking guys.. Whenever she sees beautiful people she has nose bleeds I like the drawing and well its dubbed in our language so its funnier hehehe... Oh and I like Blue's Clue and Dora... Don't know why but I like watching this hahaha...
• Australia
22 Apr 10
Yes cartoons are just so cute!! No matter what age you are I think people can still love and enjoy them. I dont think its weird to watch them even as you age. Who cares right. Its great to see that you still watch a variety of cartoons and love them just as much as you did when you were a kid. Yes I like Blues Clues too!! haha I think there is a new guy on the show though. i liked it better with the original.
@freymind (1351)
• Philippines
23 Apr 10
You are right about that. Haven't watched Blues Clues for awhile now but I'll try to check it out. I'm in Justice League OVA's now. I don't like watching war movies with real people in it. Don't know why... But with what's happening in our world right now, a little out of the world get away is fine.. Keeps you sane actually.
@di44ito (494)
• Bulgaria
2 Apr 10
I`m also 19 and i love cartoons all types Simpsons, Tom and Jerry and many others i think that you are never too old for cartoons or kinds movies they are great and funny and it not something bad to watch them.
• Australia
22 Apr 10
Im glad you agree to. its great that people enjoy cartoons at any age!!
• Brazil
3 Apr 10
I watch cartoons since ever and will continue to watch 'till my last days of life! Is kind of idiot think that cartoons is only for child. It depends of the cartoon type. Some cartoons are not recommended for childs. Who would recommend South Park or Family Guy for a child?
• Australia
24 Apr 10
You are right Family Guy and South Park are not for young children but I was talking about watching cartoons that are for young children like arthur and franklin and such shows like that. But both kinds of cartoons are still ok for adults to watch though so why not watch them then right.