IGN's Top 25 animated shows in primetime.

*Cure* · 10-11-2006, 11:37 PM

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What do you guys think?

*gobo* · 10-11-2006, 11:48 PM

How did The Simpsons get to be #1? Did IGN get craploads of money for that, or are they just ignoring the last several seasons? And South Park?? I guess "Top 25" actually means "Most Trendy 25"...

*Masked Ninja* · 10-12-2006, 12:09 AM

That list lost all my respect the instant I read the words "Spongebob Squarepants."

I know I may be in a minority that dislikes the show... but even if it's popular, being part of the best 25 animated shows ever? If that were true... then, logically, neither TMNT would be worth my time.

Peanut · 10-12-2006, 12:16 AM

It says in primetime, pal. Besides a couple specials, TMNT was never even in a primetime. Spongebob airs at primetime on a regular basis.

There are a bunch of crappy choices on that list, but whatever. Can't spell ignorant without IGN.

*gobo* · 10-12-2006, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peanut

It says in primetime, pal.

Why so condescending? No one said TMNT should be in the list. But, to clear up something in my post, I do NOT think that The Simpsons shouldn't be on the list; I only think they shouldn't be #1.

*Spitfire* · 10-12-2006, 12:32 AM

They mentioned The Maxx they get SOME props for that atleast.

*KROW* · 10-12-2006, 09:14 AM

Wow. That list is sporadic as hell. What did they base it on, ratings or popularity? Johnny Quest is deemed a classic (with an exclamation point, no less), yet Spongebob is higher on the list?

And Ren & Stimpy get blackballed by Family Guy and Clone Wars?

Ugh.

The Clerk · 10-12-2006, 09:51 AM

hm...

I wish underGRADS was on there....

*The Stryker* · 10-12-2006, 10:57 AM

Hey!

I love spongebob, and for the whiners complaining that Simpsons is #1...what show besides possibly the Flintstones has had the same success as the Simpsons in primetime?

It sure as sh*t isn't Family Guy.

(My question is how the hell Invader Zim got on there.)

*Dr. Doom* · 10-12-2006, 11:29 AM

The Simpsons deserves to be there, even though I'd personally put it a lot lower on a list of my favorites. Just remember that it's like one of the longest running shows ever and that a good chunk of it's run was actually very entertaining and revolutionary. It paved the way for both Futurama and Family Guy (which some may not like, but you can't deny it's popularity) probably as well as shows like The Critic, King of the Hill and many other failed cartoons that the networks have churned out. There are those who would say they very much defined the entire genre of the prime time cartoon. I really can't imagine why anyone would be suprised that it's at the top of the list.

*Sewer Bull* · 10-12-2006, 11:58 AM

I'm with Stryker and Doom. The Simpsons might be now a far cry from their previous glory - but this show is simply a legend, a frigging milestone. And deserves some respect.

By contrast - "Star Wars: Clone Wars"? WTF? It should be replaced with "Batman: The Animated Series" (it was a prime-time series... shortly - but that counts!).

*Dr. Doom* · 10-12-2006, 12:33 PM

Batman definately deserves to be there, but it was only really primetime breifly, if I recall correctly. Maybe it didn't qualify. As for Clone Wars, I'm a big fan. Genndy Tartakovsky is a brilliant man of animation and I was glad that it was mentioned along with Samurai Jack.

**ThirdMarioBro** · 10-12-2006, 12:34 PM

Well, that was a giant load of horseshit. The whole list was made to pander to demographics (like usual, which is why Madden 2006 can come in the top ten/100 list every year), but honestly, this time it's blatant. Obviously Simpsons was going to win because it's Simpsons, but Flintstones before Ren and Simpy? Little Mermaid at 52 while that shitbag King of the Hill sits at 14 and Invader Zim at 21? Jesus, I hate shows like that, because they could have been done just as well in live action, or are just cheap crap. They don't use their medium at all.

Like I said, that list was pathetic.

*The Stryker* · 10-12-2006, 02:11 PM

What? The Flintstones deserves to be on that list far more than Ren and Stimpy. The Flinstones proved that Cartoons could work in primetime.

*ZariusTwo* · 10-12-2006, 02:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by King Stryker

(My question is how the hell Invader Zim got on there.)

Zim is, unlike Spongebob, an original show for one thing, but as most know, it's not a prime time show.

Clone Wars is a f*cking farce, half of those episodes are'nt remotley over five minutes...

*Dr. Doom* · 10-12-2006, 03:07 PM

Quality, not quantity. They're not there to tell a story. They're there to look pretty. Which they do.

*DrSpengler* · 10-12-2006, 03:11 PM

I agreed with most of the selections, just not the ranking.

And that list needed 100% more Avatar.

*gobo* · 10-12-2006, 03:19 PM

Poopularity lists annoy me greatly.

*The Stryker* · 10-12-2006, 03:39 PM

So they should list a bunch of shows that no-one knows about and had no effect at all? Great plan boss.

*gobo* · 10-12-2006, 04:17 PM

If no one knows about the show, what would put them on the list? Great plan, bro.

Man, what's with all the hostility in this thread anyway? BTW, your sig is hilarious.

10-11-2006, 11:48 PM	#2
gobo Wacky Action Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: on Earth Posts: 12,784	How did The Simpsons get to be #1? Did IGN get craploads of money for that, or are they just ignoring the last several seasons? And South Park?? I guess "Top 25" actually means "Most Trendy 25"... __________________ Live and let live... or go to hell.

10-12-2006, 12:32 AM	#6
Spitfire Writer • Director Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 12,035	They mentioned The Maxx they get SOME props for that atleast. __________________ Check out my online portfolio http://www.christopherpelletier.com/

10-12-2006, 09:14 AM	#7
KROW Meat-n-Potatoes Man Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: State's Anus, NY Posts: 6,472	Wow. That list is sporadic as hell. What did they base it on, ratings or popularity? Johnny Quest is deemed a classic (with an exclamation point, no less), yet Spongebob is higher on the list? And Ren & Stimpy get blackballed by Family Guy and Clone Wars? Ugh. __________________ - Optimus Acid Trip - Cult of a Half-Shell - Raiden's Bitter Tongue - *I don't try to be funny; I fail at it naturally.*

10-12-2006, 09:51 AM	#8
The Clerk Stone Warrior Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 818	hm... I wish underGRADS was on there.... __________________

10-12-2006, 10:57 AM	#9
The Stryker Stupid Rich Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Room 237 Posts: 11,152	Hey! I love spongebob, and for the whiners complaining that Simpsons is #1...what show besides possibly the Flintstones has had the same success as the Simpsons in primetime? It sure as sh*t isn't Family Guy. (My question is how the hell Invader Zim got on there.) __________________ @~<3 Mom~@

10-11-2006, 11:37 PM	#1
Cure Y'all need Jesus Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: New Jersey Posts: 8,938	IGN's Top 25 animated shows in primetime. Click here. What do you guys think?

10-12-2006, 12:09 AM	#3
Masked Ninja Doodles TMNT for fun Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: sploshin' through some sewer... Posts: 2,137	That list lost all my respect the instant I read the words "Spongebob Squarepants." I know I may be in a minority that dislikes the show... but even if it's popular, being part of the best 25 animated shows ever? If that were true... then, logically, neither TMNT would be worth my time.

10-12-2006, 12:16 AM	#4
Peanut Second Gear Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: The New World Posts: 15,422	It says in primetime, pal. Besides a couple specials, TMNT was never even in a primetime. Spongebob airs at primetime on a regular basis. There are a bunch of crappy choices on that list, but whatever. Can't spell ignorant without IGN.

10-12-2006, 11:29 AM	#10
Dr. Doom Allons-y! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Castle Doom Posts: 4,535	The Simpsons deserves to be there, even though I'd personally put it a lot lower on a list of my favorites. Just remember that it's like one of the longest running shows ever and that a good chunk of it's run was actually very entertaining and revolutionary. It paved the way for both Futurama and Family Guy (which some may not like, but you can't deny it's popularity) probably as well as shows like The Critic, King of the Hill and many other failed cartoons that the networks have churned out. There are those who would say they very much defined the entire genre of the prime time cartoon. I really can't imagine why anyone would be suprised that it's at the top of the list. __________________ I love you, Pickle.

10-12-2006, 11:58 AM	#11
Sewer Bull Devil's Advocate Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 4,768	I'm with Stryker and Doom. The Simpsons might be now a far cry from their previous glory - but this show is simply a legend, a frigging milestone. And deserves some respect. By contrast - "Star Wars: Clone Wars"? WTF? It should be replaced with "Batman: The Animated Series" (it was a prime-time series... shortly - but that counts!). __________________ Soooo... THIS* is how you spend your free time now?!*

10-12-2006, 12:33 PM	#12
Dr. Doom Allons-y! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Castle Doom Posts: 4,535	Batman definately deserves to be there, but it was only really primetime breifly, if I recall correctly. Maybe it didn't qualify. As for Clone Wars, I'm a big fan. Genndy Tartakovsky is a brilliant man of animation and I was glad that it was mentioned along with Samurai Jack. __________________ I love you, Pickle.

10-12-2006, 12:34 PM	#13
ThirdMarioBro Tea Time! Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 8,905	Well, that was a giant load of horseshit. The whole list was made to pander to demographics (like usual, which is why Madden 2006 can come in the top ten/100 list every year), but honestly, this time it's blatant. Obviously Simpsons was going to win because it's Simpsons, but Flintstones before Ren and Simpy? Little Mermaid at 52 while that shitbag King of the Hill sits at 14 and Invader Zim at 21? Jesus, I hate shows like that, because they could have been done just as well in live action, or are just cheap crap. They don't use their medium at all. Like I said, that list was pathetic. __________________

10-12-2006, 02:11 PM	#14
The Stryker Stupid Rich Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Room 237 Posts: 11,152	What? The Flintstones deserves to be on that list far more than Ren and Stimpy. The Flinstones proved that Cartoons could work in primetime. __________________ @~<3 Mom~@

10-12-2006, 03:07 PM	#16
Dr. Doom Allons-y! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Castle Doom Posts: 4,535	Quality, not quantity. They're not there to tell a story. They're there to look pretty. Which they do. __________________ I love you, Pickle.

10-12-2006, 03:11 PM	#17
DrSpengler Foot Elite Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 4,842	I agreed with most of the selections, just not the ranking. And that list needed 100% more Avatar.

10-12-2006, 03:19 PM	#18
gobo Wacky Action Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: on Earth Posts: 12,784	Poopularity lists annoy me greatly. __________________ Live and let live... or go to hell.

10-12-2006, 03:39 PM	#19
The Stryker Stupid Rich Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Room 237 Posts: 11,152	So they should list a bunch of shows that no-one knows about and had no effect at all? Great plan boss. __________________ @~<3 Mom~@

10-12-2006, 04:17 PM	#20
gobo Wacky Action Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: on Earth Posts: 12,784	If no one knows about the show, what would put them on the list? Great plan, bro. Man, what's with all the hostility in this thread anyway? BTW, your sig is hilarious. __________________ Live and let live... or go to hell.