With hits like Futurama, Beavis and Butt-Head, and The Amazing World of Gumball making a triumphant return, fans are asking: which 90s classics deserve a revival the most?
Here’s a countdown of seven iconic adult animated series that many are eager to see back on TV.
7. Home Movies
Though it started on UPN, Home Movies helped define Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim brand. The story of young Brandon struggling to make homemade films in a dull suburban life still holds charm. With the original cast still active, bringing this series back would be a bright opportunity.
6. Mission Hill
Premiering in late 1999 with just 13 episodes, Mission Hill’s tale of brothers Andy and Kevin French navigating big city life remains timeless. A reboot exploring today’s youth challenges would surely be a winning formula.
5. Daria
Although she made a brief appearance in the recent Beavis and Butt-Head, the sarcastic Daria Morgendorffer has yet to get her own new series. With Mike Judge’s other creations back, it would be a shame if this cultural icon didn’t get another chance to shine.
4. Duckman
The tragedy is that Duckman is nearly impossible to find on major streaming platforms today. With 70 episodes full of raw humor and grit, this series deserves a revival not only for its bizarre world but also to finally resolve the cliffhanger that’s frustrated fans for 30 years.
3. The Critic
Even after more than three decades, Jay Sherman and his sharp film critiques remain legendary among fans. Despite creators’ efforts to revive the show over the years, there’s still no official word on Jay’s animated comeback.
2. The Maxx
Before the MCU dominated, Image Comics’ The Maxx made waves on MTV with its unique graphic style straight from the pages of the comic. Following creator Sam Kieth’s passing, bringing this homeless superhero back would be a fitting tribute to his legacy.
1. Spawn
Spawn on HBO remains one of the greatest superhero animated series ever made. Like Duckman, Al Simmons’ quest to reclaim his humanity ended abruptly. With the comics still ongoing and voice actor Keith David ready to return, a TV revival is the most anticipated comeback for DC/Image Comics fans.