List of children's animated television series of the 1960s facts for kids

This page lists animated TV shows made for kids aged 12 and under. It focuses on shows from the United States and co-productions, but it doesn't include shows from Japan, China, or Korea, as they have many animated series for children.

Animated TV Shows from the 1960s

The 1960s were an exciting time for children's animated television. Many classic cartoons that you might still know today first appeared during this decade. These shows often featured funny characters, exciting adventures, and sometimes even taught important lessons. Most of these early cartoons used a style called traditional animation, where artists drew each frame by hand.

Popular US Animated Series

Many famous animation studios created shows in the United States during the 1960s. Hanna-Barbera Productions was one of the biggest, known for creating many beloved characters. Other studios like Warner Bros. Cartoons and Filmation also made popular series.

• The Bugs Bunny Show (1960-2000): This show featured classic characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and Porky Pig in funny cartoon shorts. It was a big hit for many years.
• The Jetsons (1962-1987): Meet the futuristic family, the Jetsons! This show imagined what life would be like with flying cars and robot maids. It was a fun look into the future.
• Underdog (1964-1973): "There's no need to fear, Underdog is here!" This superhero dog always saved the day with his rhyming catchphrases.
• Jonny Quest (1964-1965): This action-packed series followed young Jonny, his scientist father, and their friends on thrilling adventures around the world.
• The Pink Panther Show (1969-1980): Known for its cool jazz music and silent comedy, the Pink Panther cartoons were very popular.
• Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! (1969-1978): Join Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, and Velma as they solve spooky mysteries, often involving "ghosts" that turn out to be people in costumes. This show became a huge classic!
• Sesame Street (1969-present): While not fully animated, this groundbreaking show combined live-action, puppets (like the Muppets), and animated segments to teach young children about letters, numbers, and life skills. It's one of the longest-running children's shows ever!

Other Notable Shows

Many other animated series from this time brought laughter and adventure to kids' homes. These included shows about superheroes, talking animals, and even characters based on popular comic books.

• Top Cat (1961-1962): A clever alley cat and his gang try to outsmart a police officer in New York City.
• The Alvin Show (1961-1962): This show introduced the singing chipmunks, Alvin, Simon, and Theodore, and their human dad, Dave Seville.
• Fantastic Four (1967-1968): Based on the Marvel Comics superheroes, this show followed a team with amazing powers.
• Wacky Races (1968-1969): A hilarious cartoon about a group of unique characters racing in crazy cars.

Co-produced Animated Series

Sometimes, TV shows were made by studios from different countries working together. These are called co-productions.

• The Beatles (1965-1967): This animated series featured the famous British rock band, The Beatles, in cartoon adventures. It was a co-production between the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
• Spider-Man (1967-1970): The first animated series about the popular Marvel superhero, Spider-Man, who fought crime in New York City.

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