Children’s Day: 15 cartoons that were successful in the 2000s

THE Children’s Day celebrated on October 12th, can go beyond exchanging gifts. The date also awakens nostalgia and recalls simple moments from childhood, rescuing the inner child in each of us and offering the opportunity to transmit values ​​to new generations.

Revisiting the past reminds us of the anxiety of receiving the long-awaited toy, of school parties, of afternoons playing in the streets with friends, of video game championships and cartoons watched religiously on television .

In terms of nostalgia, TV stands out as a symbol of a different time, before the current digital era, where everything is literally in the palm of your hand.

THE CNN invites you to remember the late 90s and early 2000s when cartoons provided fun , laughter and a lot imagination in a world full of adventures and few worries. Check it out:

SpongeBob

Released in 1999, the animation shows the story of SpongeBob who lives under the sea, in a city called Bikini Bottom. The series combines humor and everyday work situations, friendships and a lot of confusion. The cartoon features several friends of the yellow sponge who literally wears square pants, such as Patrick, Sandy, Mr. Krabs and Squidward.

Fairly OddParents

The Fairly OddParents released in 2001, follows the life of Timmy Turner, a 10-year-old boy who receives two magical godparents, Cosmo and Wanda, who grant his wishes to solve his problems. The series mixes humor and fantasy, addressing the unexpected consequences of your desires.

The Powerpuff Girls

Sugar, spice and everything good, plus an accidental dose of “Element X”, were used to create, in 1998, the Powerpuff Girls .

Florzinha, Lindinha and Docinho are three sisters created in a laboratory and who have superpowers. They protect the city of Townsville from countless villains, usually at the request of the mayor, balancing their lives as superheroes with the routine of ordinary children.

Pokémon

Released in 1997, the anime follows the story of Ash Ketchum, a young trainer who aims to become a Pokémon master. Together with Pikachu, a rebellious Pokémon, and other friends, Ash travels through different regions to capture the creatures. During his journey, the young man faces many challenges as he participates in battles and tournaments.

Digimon

Digimon released in 1999, shows a group of children who are transported to the “Digital World,” where they partner with creatures called Digimon to fight evil forces and save both worlds. Due to the similarities with Pokémon, as both involve mystical, powerful and fantastic creatures, rumors of a kind of rivalry between the anime and their fans ended up emerging.

Ben 10

Ben 10 which premiered in 2005, follows Ben Tennyson, a boy who finds an alien device called the Omnitrix, which allows him to transform into different species of aliens. With his new powers, Ben faces villains and intergalactic threats, along with his cousin Gwen and his grandfather Max.

naruto

naruto an anime released in 2002 and based on the manga of the same name by Masashi Kishimoto, tells the story of Naruto Uzumaki, a young ninja who dreams of becoming Hokage, the leader of his village, aiming to gain everyone’s recognition.

He carries within him the Nine-Tailed Fox, a powerful and legendary creature that devastated his village. Throughout the anime, Naruto faces several challenges, learns to deal with his loneliness and fights to protect his friends. Naruto was highlighted worldwide, leading to the sequel, called Naruto Shippuden, in addition to the release of several films.

Yu-Gi-Oh!

Yu-Gi-Oh! released in 2000, is an anime that revolves around Yugi Muto, a shy young man who solves the “Millennium Puzzle”, an ancient artifact that awakens the spirit of an ancient Egyptian pharaoh. Together, they face several opponents in magic card duels, in the popular game “Duel of Monsters”.

The anime mixes themes of friendship, honor and strategy, as Yugi and his friends fight villains trying to take over the world. The success of the series boosted card games and inspired players around the world.

What’s New, Scooby-Doo?

What’s New, Scooby-Doo? is an animated series released in 2002, which serves as a modern update of the classic Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?. In the cartoon, the traditional format of solving mysteries is maintained, with the usual group of teenagers: Fred, Daphne, Velma, Shaggy and, of course, the dog Scooby-Doo.

Unlike the original series, from the late 1960s, the series incorporates contemporary elements, such as modern technologies and a more updated animation style, while maintaining the characteristic action scenes and humor.

X-Men Evolution

X-Men Evolution released in 2000, brought a new approach to classic X-Men characters, placing many of them as teenagers who attend the Xavier School for Gifted Youngsters, led by Professor Xavier. In it, mutants learn to control their powers, while facing villains like Magneto and the Brotherhood.

Unlike previous versions, X-Men Evolution focuses more on the characters’ youth, exploring their school lives and the challenges of reconciling mutant powers with the typical problems of adolescence. Over the four seasons, the series develops major narrative arcs, including the rise of Apocalypse.

The Adventures of Jackie Chan

The Adventures of Jackie Chan also from the 2000s, focuses on the animated version of the famous actor and fighter Jackie Chan. The plot follows Jackie, who in the series is an archaeologist and martial arts expert, as he embarks on missions to recover magical artifacts and fight the forces of evil. He is accompanied by his niece Jade, his uncle and Section 13 agent Captain Black.

Justice League

Justice League, animated series launched in 2001, brings together the most iconic heroes of DC Comics: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Flash, Hawkgirl and others to form the Justice League, a team dedicated to protecting Earth from local, intergalactic and interdimensional.

In the plot, the heroes face everything from powerful villains to alien invasions. The success of the franchise was such that it was expanded with the release of “Justice League Unlimited”, which introduced more characters from the DC universe.

Teen Titans

Teen Titans another successful series from DC Comics, follows a group of young superheroes made up of Robin, Starfire, Raven, Beast Boy and Cyborg, as they protect the city from villains and face various threats.

Launched in 2003, the cartoon explores themes such as friendship, responsibility and personal growth, winning the public’s loyalty and becoming one of the most beloved superhero animations of the 2000s.

Super Shock

Still in the DC universe, Super Shock is an animated series released in 2000, which tells the story of Virgil Hawkins, a teenager who gains superpowers after being exposed to a chemical gas during an event known as the “Big Bang”, which transformed several young people into metahumans.

With the name Super Shock, Virgil learns to control his new electrical abilities and begins to face several villains, in addition to dealing with teenage challenges such as bullying and family problems. The series stands out for being representative, as Virgil is an African-American hero and for the way it mixed action themes with real-life issues.

Three Too Many Spies

Three Too Many Spies is a cartoon that chronicles the daily lives of teenagers Sam, Clover and Alex, who lead a double life as spies working for the World Espionage Organization (WOOHP), while trying to balance their school routines and friendships.

Each episode features the girls facing villains who threaten world peace, using a variety of technological tools, special skills and, of course, a good dose of female empowerment.

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