Cartoons

Cartoons [∞]

Cartoons of the 1960s were a mix of slapstick humor, family-oriented themes, adventure, and science fiction, reflecting the cultural zeitgeist of the time. Many became classics and are still beloved today. Here’s a look at some of the most popular cartoons of the 1960s: Saturday Morning Cartoons

   The Flintstones (1960–1966)
       The first primetime animated sitcom, it followed the lives of the modern Stone Age family, the Flintstones, and their neighbors, the Rubbles.
   The Jetsons (1962–1963, later revived)
       A futuristic counterpart to The Flintstones, it featured a space-age family and their robotic maid, Rosie.
   Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! (1969)
       This iconic mystery-solving show featured Scooby-Doo and his friends unmasking villains disguised as monsters.
   Jonny Quest (1964–1965)
       A science-fiction adventure series about a boy, his scientist father, and their globetrotting adventures.
   Top Cat (1961–1962)
       A smart-talking alley cat leading a gang in New York City.

Superhero Cartoons

   Spider-Man (1967–1970)
       Known for its catchy theme song ("Spider-Man, Spider-Man, does whatever a spider can"), this series brought Marvel’s iconic hero to life.
   The Mighty Hercules (1963–1966)
       A mythological superhero protecting Ancient Greece with his strength and golden ring.
   The Adventures of Superman (1950s–1960s)
       Animated segments adapted for children featured Superman's heroic deeds.
   The Fantastic Four (1967–1968)
       Marvel’s first superhero team tackled cosmic threats in this cartoon series.

Animal and Comedy Cartoons

   Looney Tunes/Merrie Melodies (1930s–1960s)
       Classic characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and Porky Pig remained Saturday morning staples.
   The Pink Panther Show (1969–1978)
       A humorous series starring the suave and silent Pink Panther.
   Yogi Bear Show (1961–1962)
       Yogi and Boo Boo Bear tried to outsmart Ranger Smith for picnic baskets in Jellystone Park.
   Tom and Jerry (1940s–1960s)
       Still highly popular, these slapstick shorts continued into the 1960s.

Sci-Fi and Action

   The Herculoids (1967–1969)
       A family and their bizarre creatures defended their planet from invaders.
   Space Ghost (1966–1968)
       A superhero who fought intergalactic villains with his sidekicks Jan, Jace, and Blip.
   Astro Boy (1963–1966)
       A Japanese import about a robot boy with superpowers, this was one of the first anime series aired in the U.S.

Kids’ Favorites

   Huckleberry Hound Show (1958–1961)
       Known for its calm, Southern drawl hero, this series also featured other characters like Yogi Bear.
   Quick Draw McGraw (1959–1962)
       A gun-slinging horse and his sidekick Baba Looey.
   Rocky and Bullwinkle Show (1959–1964)
       Clever satire starring a flying squirrel and a moose, with segments like Fractured Fairy Tales and Dudley Do-Right.

Music-Influenced Cartoons

   The Beatles (1965–1969)
       Animated adventures of the Fab Four, with music from their albums.
   The Archies (1968–1970)
       Featuring the band from Archie Comics, they sang the hit “Sugar, Sugar.”