Top 10 Cartoons You Should NEVER Watch in Front of Your Parents
Some things are best hidden from dear old mom and dad's watchful eyes. Welcome to WatchMojo.com, and today we're counting down our picks for the top 10 cartoons you should NEVER watch in front of your parents.
For this list, we're focusing on animated TV shows with content that is too inappropriate to comfortably watch with your parents.
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#10: “The Boondocks” (2005-14)
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Satire has a way of making people feel uncomfortable. If your parents can’t handle a raw satirical comedy about American society, this show is not for them. Originally a comic strip about a black family moving to the predominantly-white suburbs, The Boondocks roasts social issues, hip-hop culture, and the many problems facing black people in America. As the show gained popularity, its sharp criticism of racial and political issues also attracted plenty of controversy. The language alone will make some viewers cringe, while the subject matter forces viewers to look at reality bluntly.
#9: “The Ren & Stimpy Show” (1991-96)
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What was deemed appropriate for children to watch in the ‘90s is mind boggling. This Nickelodeon cartoon about a cat and a Chihuahua has crude violence, sexual innuendos, and plenty of gross bodily functions. Some more prudent parents could even say it had the potential to traumatize children, but we all turned out okay, right? Parents’ groups criticized the show’s violence and grotesque images, and many scenes were eventually cut after being found too vulgar for innocent children to watch. Even if you’re an adult yourself nowadays, maybe don’t watch this one with the folks.
#8: “Robot Chicken” (2005-)
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This is absurd sketch comedy at its finest. Unfortunately, parents may not appreciate the show's crude language and dark disturbing humor. From sex and death, to bestiality and cannibalism, you will be hard pressed to find a taboo subject that Robot Chicken hasn’t touched on - and with each sketch, there are references to pop culture to make the show relatable and entertaining to viewers. All that being said, it simply isn’t for everyone. So if you’re a child, a parent, or an adult who takes things too seriously, you should probably stay away from this show.
#7: “Big Mouth” (2017-)
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Going through puberty is awkward enough, but watching a show about it with your parents is even worse. This Netflix animated comedy is based on the creators’ own tween years, growing up in the suburbs of New York City. The characters deal with the embarrassments of puberty and their giant "hormone monsters" who coerce them into watching porn, making out, and masturbating. It features frank discussions on sexuality, with plenty of sexual humor and images of genitals. While the show is full of awkward scenes, the masturbation ones top the list of scenes you don’t want to watch with Mom and Dad.
#6: “Family Guy” (1999-2003; 2005-)
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When it comes to shows accessible on prime-time television, this one’s a parent’s nightmare. Although the satirical animated series is a hit among viewers, its twisted, dark humor and political incorrectness are too offensive for some. It has been a target of angry parents since its beginnings, with the Parents Television Council urging Fox to cancel the show. The council has even named multiple episodes “The Worst TV Show of the Week.” So if you want to keep your parents pleased and proud of you, avoid watching this show with the family after a nice Sunday dinner.
#5: “Drawn Together” (2004-07) This cartoon is not for the faint of heart. Best known for its shock comedy, this was advertised as the first-ever cartoon parody of reality TV shows. Drawn Together covers a whole list of uncomfortable topics such as: racism, murder, self-harm, mental illness and sexuality - just to name a few. Since it bluntly addresses real-life issues, pushing and often blowing right past boundaries, some may find the show quite offensive. The overt sexual scenes would make watching this show with your parents super uncomfortable, let alone everything else that makes this comedy so crude.
#4: “Beavis and Butt-Head” (1993-97; 2011)
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One of the original satirical cartoons, this show had a major influence on youth in the '90s, and it was rarely a good one. MTV ultimately aired this show with a disclaimer at the beginning of each episode, which hilariously demeaned the characters and clarified that viewers should NOT emulate them. Beavis and Butt-Head are destructive teens who are into sex, drugs, metal, violence and death. They are crude, sexist, and twisted, with a very immature shared sense of humor. We’re not saying don’t watch it… we’re just saying save it until, after the folks have gone to bed. The sheer stupidity of these guys might cause your parents to question your morals.
#3: “Mr. Pickles” (2013-)
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Some people have trouble wrapping their minds around this one. Although the show is about a cute dog, it is the opposite of family-friendly. Mr. Pickles is a satanic Border Collie who mutilates, rapes, masturbates, and likes to party. The sex, gore, dark humor, and crass subject matter make this horror cartoon comedy too extreme for many viewers, especially moms and dads. Do yourself and your parents a favor and don’t get caught watching this show. No matter how old you are, your parents will likely be totally disturbed and disappointed in you.
#2: “Happy Tree Friends” (1999-)
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Hopefully no child has stumbled upon this show while watching Netflix. This dark, horror comedy would traumatize little kids, while disturbing and angering parents.The show even had a disclaimer warning that the cartoon violence was not recommended for small children and “big babies”. Happy Tree Friends is about a group of cute forest animals who end up experiencing graphic violence and death on a daily basis. These animals get dismembered, decapitated, and killed in the most horrific and gory ways. While you may find the show to be hilarious, your parents probably won’t. Before we unveil our top pick, here are some honorable mentions: “Æon Flux” (1991-95) “Archer” (2009-) “Superjail!” (2008-14)
#1: “South Park” (1997-)
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For a show that offends many, it sure is a hit. This cartoon is so offensive it has a disclaimer at the beginning of each episode. Brilliantly satirical and notorious for pushing boundaries on TV with its dark humor, South Park makes fun of relevant but usually taboo or politically incorrect topics. It has delivered countless controversial episodes, giving it a bad rep with parents and media alike. Whether graphic violence makes your mom squirm, or the lewd sexual behaviors makes you blush, you should definitely save this show to watch alone or with friends.
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