ANIMATION

The mature-for-kids action cartoon 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' has become the hit of the summer, thanks to Netflix. But we have Nickelodeon to thank for its creation ... a full 15 years ago.

More than a quarter of parents wouldn't let their kids watch 'Dumbo,' according to this survey on the least appropriate Disney films.

We have Mel Blanc to thank for many voices in our favorite Saturday morning cartoons, from ‘Looney Tunes’ to ‘The Flintstones.’

In 1997, an episode of the 'Pokémon' animated series used a strobe-light effect during a battle sequence. Hundreds of viewers in Japan suffered seizures and other symptoms. More than two decades later, no one is exactly sure why.

From Anastasia's decaying Rasputin to Fantasia's smoky, sinister Chernabog, these cartoons might still feature in your nightmares.

For 50 years, the hard-working teens (and dog) of Mystery, Inc. have been investigating the paranormal—and inspiring some wild fan theories.

In 1994, Disney changed the animation game yet again with 'The Lion King.' Here are 25 things you might not have known about the animated masterpiece.

Since 1958, Alvin and the Chipmunks have enjoyed success in a variety of mediums. They also predicted the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Nearly 25 years after the release of their first feature film, Pixar is still going strong, creating animated movies that stir critics and audiences alike on a regular basis.

Disney+ live-action adaptation of 'Lady and the Tramp' will be replace the most cringe-worthy part of this animated classic with new music from Janelle Monáe.

Studio Ghibli, the Japanese animation house behind such films as 'My Neighbor Totoro,' 'Princess Mononoke,' and 'Spirited Away,' is seeking digital animators to work with Hayao Miyazaki.

People have grafted a ton of dark themes onto SpongeBob, Patrick, and all their equally cheery underwater pals, suggesting their sunny dispositions are masking some serious trauma.