Here’s a look at the 15 most popular cartoons of the ’90s that defined a generation.

15 most popular cartoons of the ’90s

15 most popular cartoons of the ’90s

Created by Jim Jinkins, “Doug,” is a beloved cartoon from Nickelodeon’s golden era in the early ’90s, similar to a modern-day Charlie Brown.

Doug (1991 – 1999)

Doug (1991 – 1999)

Created by John Kricfalusi and premiered on August 11, 1991, “The Ren & Stimpy Show,” is a quirky and groundbreaking cartoon known for its bold humor.

The Ren & Stimpy Show (1991 – 1996)

The Ren & Stimpy Show (1991 – 1996)

A groundbreaking cartoon from the early ’90s, “Rugrats,” introduced us to a lovable gang of talking babies embarking on everyday adventures

Rugrats (1991 – 2004)

Rugrats (1991 – 2004)

Created by Mike Judge and launching on September 22, 1992, “Beavis and Butt-Head,” dives into the lives of two clueless teenagers with a love for heavy metal

Beavis and Butt-Head (1993 – )

Beavis and Butt-Head (1993 – )

reamt up by Tom Ruegger and first hitting screens in the early ’90s, “Animaniacs,” is all about the zany adventures of the Warner siblings

Animaniacs (1993 – 1998)

Animaniacs (1993 – 1998)

A heartwarming cartoon by Craig Bartlett “Hey Arnold!” aired from 1996 to 2004. It’s about a cool kid named Arnold

Hey Arnold! (1996 – 2004)

Hey Arnold! (1996 – 2004)

Created by Tom Ruegger and starting on September 9, 1995, “Pinky and the Brain,” is a hilarious cartoon about two lab mice with big dreams.

Pinky and the Brain (1995 – 1998)

Pinky and the Brain (1995 – 1998)

Created by Paul Germain and Joe Ansolabehere, “Recess,” is a nostalgic cartoon that hit screens on September 13, 1997.

Recess (1997 – 2001)

Recess (1997 – 2001)

Created by Genndy Tartakovsky and first airing on April 28, 1996, “Dexter’s Laboratory,” is a fun cartoon about Dexter

Dexter’s Laboratory (1996 – 2003)

Dexter’s Laboratory (1996 – 2003)

The cartoon “SpongeBob SquarePants,” dreamed up by Stephen Hillenburg, made a splash on Nickelodeon in 1999 and hasn’t slowed down since.

SpongeBob SquarePants (1999 – )

SpongeBob SquarePants (1999 – )

Started in 1999, “Courage the Cowardly Dog,” is a memorable Cartoon Network show about Courage

Courage the Cowardly Dog (1999 – 2002)

Courage the Cowardly Dog (1999 – 2002)

Kicked off in 1992, “X-Men: The Animated Series,” brought the thrilling world of X-Men comics to TV

X-Men: The Animated Series (1992 – 1997)

X-Men: The Animated Series (1992 – 1997)

Aired from 1997 to 2002, “Daria,” is a clever show about Daria Morgendorffer, a witty and somewhat cynical high school student

Daria (1997 – 2002)

Daria (1997 – 2002)

Aired from 1992 to 1999, “Batman: The Animated Series,” revolutionized superhero TV shows with its dark tone and complex storytelling.

Batman: The Animated Series (1992 – 1999)

Batman: The Animated Series (1992 – 1999)

Created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone in 1997, “South Park,” pushes the boundaries of humor with its bold and unfiltered take on just about everything

South Park (1997 – )

South Park (1997 – )