Animated masterpieces (old)
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- DirectorElizabeth ItoStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioTom KennyAfter taking a nap, Finn and Jake get separated from Betty and the Ice King. They need to get back and Jake needs to go pee.An episode that deeply explores Finn and Jake's characters, while being hilarious at the same time.
- DirectorBong Hee HanElizabeth ItoStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioNiki YangFinn and Jake find BMO, who is enjoying newfound fame and popularity in a new land.Imaginary resources touches on the topic of what is real and what not, while developing Bmo's character and the Islands miniseries.
- DirectorBong Hee HanCole SanchezStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioJackie BuscarinoSusan drops a big surprise on Finn and questions about his past are answered.A truly tragic story presented on a great way, the storytelling is magnificent and adds depth to Martin's character.
- DirectorBong Hee HanAndres SalaffStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioHynden WalchFinn enters a mysterious dungeon and struggles to find a way out and back to Jake.A story about Finn's growth throughout the series, that leaves the viewer with a powerful message.
- DirectorBong Hee HanAdam MutoStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioPolly Lou LivingstonFinn finds his long-lost father after following the Lich to the Citadel. As it turns out, maybe this wasn't such a good idea?An intense ride, with emotional moments, action moments and funny moments. Adventure time at it's very best.
- DirectorBong Hee HanAndres SalaffStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioHynden WalchFinn decides to build a tower to space.A great exploration through Finn's character, who is dealing with the intense stuff that he's passed through season 6.
- DirectorBong Hee HanAndres SalaffStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioHynden WalchIn an attempt to help his wilting arm-flower, Finn begins a search for smooches with the help of a friendly bee named Breezy.Finn's arm returns? I DON'T CARE! this episode is a masterpiece. It explores on Finn's depression and gives a great message at the end.
- DirectorBong Hee HanAndres SalaffStarsTom KennyPamela AdlonAlan TudykSet in the Prehistoric Era, Evergreen and his apprentice Gunter have to stop a comet heading towards Earth.I haven't heard about these characters before in the series, but the episodes manages to tell an incredible story.
- DirectorBong Hee HanAndres SalaffStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioHynden WalchFeeling unfulfilled, both Lemongrab and Finn take an introspective journey into the Mountain of Matthew. Inside, they are faced with their desires, their fears and themselves, and must make a pivotal choice.A truly complex episode that touches on the topic of individuality.
- DirectorBong Hee HanAndres SalaffStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioTom KennyFinn and Jake storm Magic Man's house to rescue his new apprentice.A masterpiece that explores the complexity of Magic man's character in the most sutil ways.
- DirectorBong Hee HanElizabeth ItoStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioHynden WalchFinn, Jake, and Orgalorg converge with the comet and meet their destiny.It may have some errors, but OH MAN, this episode. It explores Finn's character and gives a conclusion to his development through season 6.
- DirectorBong Hee HanLarry LeichliterStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioHynden WalchFinn receives a mysterious bag that contains what appears to be living toys of everyone he knows, which playing with has unexpected results.From here, Finn turns into a truly complex character. All the little people touches on so many complex topics and is so philosophical that it got banned in Latin America.
- DirectorBong Hee HanLarry LeichliterStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioHynden WalchLemongrab sends a distress message to the Candy Kingdom which Finn and Jake respond to.This episode is disturbing as heck, but it explores Lemongrabs' psyche and touches on topics such as mental sanity, creation of life and morality.
- DirectorBong Hee HanNate CashStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioHynden WalchFinn and Princess Bubblegum discover a talented lemon citizen named Lemonhope while on a diplomatic trip to Castle Lemongrab; also, something strange is happening to the Earls of Lemongrab, leading to their society crumbling.What other show manages to create an unsettling and hard to watch episode only to prove a point about mental sanity and show how broken a character is?
- DirectorBong Hee HanNate CashStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioJonathan FrakesFinn and Jake discover a train where every car is a dungeon filled with a new foe for Finn to fight.An episode about the repetition of things in human life.
- DirectorBong Hee HanNate CashAdam MutoStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioTom KennyThe Ice King loses his powers, reverts to his old human-self, and begins to wither away due to being over a thousand years old.An incredible fast paced episode, with action, comedy and a great revelation.
- DirectorBong Hee HanNate CashStarsJeremy ShadaHynden WalchJustin RoilandYoung Lemonhope leaves the candy kingdom after a deep desire to be free of all responsibilities grips him. So he ventures out on his own with nothing more than a lute and hope to find freedom.Ummm... i'll talk about this one on part two.
- DirectorBong Hee HanNate CashStarsJeremy ShadaHynden WalchJustin RoilandLemonhope meets an adventurer who teaches him true freedom. But even with his new life of freedom he is plagued with dreams of his lemon kingdom and his family being imprisoned.Yep! this episode is great. The storytelling is fenomenal and Lemonhope's journey gives some truly interesting reflexions about motivation and egoism.
- DirectorBong Hee HanLarry LeichliterStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioHynden WalchFinn and Flame Princess cautiously begin a relationship as boyfriend and girlfriend, of which Princess Bubblegum disapproves.A truly emotional episode that... umm... well, only go watch it, meanwhile i'll sing Bacon pancakes :)
- DirectorBong Hee HanLarry LeichliterStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioTom KennyThe Ice King asks Marceline to help him write a song.No words for this one, is incredible how much depth Adventure time can add to a eleven minute story.
- DirectorBong Hee HanLarry LeichliterStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioHynden WalchIn order to open a magic door filled with stolen items, Finn and all his friends must perform in a band. But everyone's differing musical tastes and overall tensions make things difficult.Outside of the shipping fans make around the episode, it really adds depth to the main characters.
- DirectorBong Hee HanLarry LeichliterStarsJeremy ShadaTom KennyOlivia OlsonFinn summons the Lord of Evil to reconcile with his daughter, Marceline the Vampire Queen, but ends up unleashing him of the unsuspecting land.You can see this episode in two ways. First, a silly episode about Marceline going nuts about his father eating his fries, or second, an episode about Marceline dealing with the damage that Hunson has made to her in the childhood.
- DirectorLarry LeichliterStarsJeremy ShadaJohn DiMaggioHynden WalchPrincess Bubblegum sends Finn on his most challenging quest yet--to recover The Enchiridion, the hero's handbook.OOOOOOOHHHH IS ADVENTURE TIMEEEE!!!! the very first episode, and an amazing trip. Action, adventure, comedy, magic, madness and sadness. This episode has everything that makes Adventure time a truly amazing show.
- DirectorJoseph D. JohnstonStarsZach CallisonEric BauzaDeedee MagnoNow owner of a massive fortune, Greg takes Steven to Empire City for a vacation, and Steven invites Pearl, despite the tensions between her and Greg.A GREAT exploration on Pearl's character.
- DirectorJoseph D. JohnstonStarsZach CallisonUzo AdubaChris Jai AlexSteven discovers something the Gems thought was lost to the past inside of Lion's mane.I miss when Steven Universe was a good show and managed to touch complex topics such as morality.
- DirectorJoseph D. JohnstonStarsZach CallisonEstelleCharlyne YiSteven is stuck in a bubble.Continues the topic of morality that Steven Universe was touching back in season 3.
- DirectorJoseph D. JohnstonStarsZach CallisonDee Bradley BakerMichaela DietzWhile working on their drill, Peridot and the Gems realize they're missing something important and must travel to a Homeworld base.The fenomenal conclusion to Peridot's redemption arc, a very complex character with a great development.
- DirectorKat MorrisStarsZach CallisonMichaela DietzEstellePeridot double-crosses the Crystal Gems when she activates a direct line Communicator to contact Yellow Diamond.Peridot's redemption arc in Steven Universe is definitively one of the best i've seen. Message received continues it on a fantastic way and leads to another great episode.
- DirectorIan Jones-QuarteyStarsZach CallisonEstelleMichaela DietzSteven, Pearl, and Greg work together to build a spaceship so that Pearl can revisit the wonders of the cosmos, but Pearl gets a little carried away.It explores on a magnificent way Pearl's obsession for the past.
- DirectorIan Jones-QuarteyStarsZach CallisonEstelleMichaela DietzSteven and Amethyst try out life on the road. Steven gets tired of it soon, so Amethyst takes him to a forgotten canyon called "The Kindergarten", that holds the dark secret of her origin.A great exploration on Amethyst and Pearl's characters and show how much focus on the characters had Steven Universe.
- DirectorIan Jones-QuarteyStarsZach CallisonEstelleMichaela DietzA garage sale reunites Greg and Amethyst when they find and binge-watch their favorite cheesy sitcom - Lil' Butler. They get so much into it, that Greg loses track of time and lonely Amethyst likes it that way.Fenomenal character development for Amethyst.
- DirectorIan Jones-QuarteyStarsZach CallisonEstelleMichaela DietzLion finds the scabbard to Rose's lost sword. Steven knows where the sword is. Pearl realizes that Rose, the one person she was deeply intimate with, kept secrets from her and becomes highly emotional, confused and upset.Go watch it, really go watch it, an emotional episode that explores on Pearl's character.
- CreatorMichael Dante DiMartinoBryan KonietzkoStarsDee Bradley BakerZach Tyler EisenMae WhitmanIn a war-torn world of elemental powers, a young boy reawakens to undertake a dangerous mystic quest to fulfill his destiny as the Avatar, and bring peace to the world.Not a 10/10, but very near. Characters are great, story is great and messages are great. The bad aspects of the show are overshadowed by the great ones.
- CreatorKatie KrentzPatrick McHaleStarsElijah WoodCollin DeanMelanie LynskeyTwo brothers find themselves lost in a mysterious land and try to find their way home.Maybe is an 8/10, but is a MUST WATCH to everyone. Over the garden wall is perfect for what it's trying to do, and even if more depth to the characters could've make the show better, the message and the overall story are presented on a magistral way.
- DirectorDominic PolcinoWesley ArcherNathan LitzStarsJustin RoilandChris ParnellSpencer GrammerWhilst Rick and Morty go off to adventure in Atlantis, we take a look at how the Citadel has rebuilt itself since both Rick and Morty visited.WHAT?! A Rick and Morty episode with a 10/10? Am i crazy?... well, that last statement is up to debate, but this episode is truly fenomenal. Is funny how the very best episode of the series is in the worst season. Ricklantis Mixup touches on Rick and Morty's relation but also gives social commentary and philosophical reflexions. Is kinda weird how this episode lacks of comedy, but is not a bad thing, the show has made this in the past, but now they nailed brilliance.
- DirectorJustin ChapmanTaylor GrodinAdam KatzStarsMichael BruzzoneHailey ChapmanJustin ChapmanMePad and Toilet Create a Challenge to Find 6 Crystals with the Remaining 7 Contestants in Order to Restore MePhone4. The Contestant who doesn't Find one will Suffer Immediate Elimination.Yes, this is a masterpiece, no joke. Inanimate Insanity's focus on characters is tremendous and this episode completely shows it. Mine your own business explores every single character and manages to add a lot of depth to them, including the previously boring character Mephone4. This show can be truly amazing.
- DirectorStephen SandovalStarsJason RitterKristen SchaalAlex HirschThe twins wonder if they really know Grunkle Stan after he is taken into custody by the government agents.The most intense episode in Gravity falls. It's atmosphere, tone and art direction manages to give a great experience and lead up to a fenomenal plot twist.
- DirectorSunil HallStarsKristen SchaalJason RitterAlex HirschThe reuniting of the Pine brothers Stanford and Stanley. A series of flashbacks from their lives are shown, and their history together is explained.Analyzing the episode, it adds a lot of depth to Stanford and Stanley's characters.
- DirectorGenndy TartakovskyStarsPhil LaMarrGreg BaldwinChris ParnellOut of weapons and pursued relentlessly by the masterful seven Daughters of Aku, Jack faces what may be his final confrontation.SUCH A MASTERPIECE!!!! Jack seems lost and has no hope as well as the viewer. The episode leads to some of the best art direction that i've seen on any television show.
- DirectorGenndy TartakovskyStarsPhil LaMarrSab ShimonoTara StrongA gravely injured Samurai Jack chooses to create his own fate by going up against the deadliest foes he's ever faced, Assassins from the Cult of Aku.Jack's inner journey in the cave is fantastic, and the moment where he finds an answer to his questions is empowering. The final action scene is great as well.
- DirectorGenndy TartakovskyStarsPhil LaMarrGrey GriffinTara StrongSamurai Jack partners with a deadly assassin in order to escape a gargantuan creature that has swallowed them whole.The music, the atmosphere, the visuals. All components craft an amazing experience. Also, it develops Jack and Ashi on a tremendous way.
- DirectorRobert AlvarezRandy MyersGenndy TartakovskyStarsPhil LaMarrMakoTara StrongA deadly Ninja warrior has honed his skills to fight Samurai Jack. But just as he is about to ambush him, Jack is called away to rescue a village from attacking crab monsters.The play on colors and scenery is fenomenal on one of the most creative action sequences i've ever seen.
- 2001–201723mTV-Y78.6 (556)TV EpisodeDirectorGenndy TartakovskyStarsPhil LaMarrMakoJeff BennettDuring battle, Samurai Jack accidentally swallows a piece of darkness coughed up by a sickly Aku. When Aku's blackness begins to take over the Samurai, he seeks help from Master Ning.Jack struggles between good and evil after Aku's infection and the viewer can see just how much Jack is suffering. The episode is kind of unsettling before the final moment, and it's great because it manages to make the viewer feel Jack's struggle. The ending is beautiful, and gives a truly empowering message.
- 2001–201722mTV-Y79.0 (696)TV EpisodeDirectorRobert AlvarezGenndy TartakovskyStarsGrey GriffinDaran NorrisKevin Michael RichardsonBounty Hunters Jo Junga the Aborigional, I & Am the infamous twins, The Gentleman & Boris the Russian have all tracked down Samurai Jack up North. Princess Mira of the Andaluvians convinces them to join forces and attack the Samurai together.Here, we see a bunch of characters being greatly defined and a devastating ending that makes questions about Jack's morality.
- 2001–201722mTV-Y78.9 (680)TV EpisodeDirectorGenndy TartakovskyStarsPhil LaMarrMakoB.J. WardAku leads Samurai Jack towards a graveyard where the undead do the evil shape-shifter's bidding.This episode has one of the most intense and thrilling action sequences on television. Is truly great, and at some points is kind of scary (on a great way, of course)
- 2001–201722mTV-Y79.1 (744)TV EpisodeDirectorRandy MyersGenndy TartakovskyStarsPhil LaMarrLauren TomClyde KusatsuSamurai Jack follows a little girl to return the doll she lost in the woods. She leads him into a haunted house filled with memories of the previous inhabitants.The atmosphere of the episode makes this one a great experience.
- 2001–201723mTV-Y79.0 (622)TV EpisodeDirectorRobert AlvarezRandy MyersGenndy TartakovskyStarsMakoPhil LaMarrLauren TomThe origin of Aku and how he came to terrorize the Earth from the days of the dinosaurs onwards.Welp... gotta talk about this one on part two.
- 2001–201723mTV-Y79.2 (654)TV EpisodeDirectorRobert AlvarezRandy MyersGenndy TartakovskyStarsMakoRichard McGonagleDaran NorrisThe young emperor is helpless against the evil of Aku. But the ancient gods Odin, Ra and Rama combine forces to forge a sword for him representing all that is good: the only weapon that can hurt Aku.YES! this is the kind of story i want to see on Samurai Jack. Great atmosphere, music, visuals, action scenes, characters and storytelling. MUST WATCH!
- DirectorGenndy TartakovskyStarsPhil LaMarrMakoSab ShimonoWhen the ancient evil Aku returns to terrorize Japan, the emperor's young son is send to distant lands to train in the ways of the warrior. Only then can he wield his fathers magical sword to stop Aku from taking over the world.The very first episode, and a very great masterpiece. The episode manages to tell a long story without words and playing with atmosphere and visuals.
- DirectorJohn McIntyreChris SavinoLauren FaustStarsCathy CavadiniTara StrongElizabeth DailyIn this musical, the girls are outmatched by Townsville's villains. They turn to Gnomey to bring peace to Townsville in exchange for their powers, but, when the city falls under the rule of Communism, it's up to the girls to stop him.Umm... yes, no joke. This episodes touches philosophical themes and critics communism... yay, Powerpuff girls!
- 1992–199522mUnrated9.0 (3.7K)TV EpisodeDirectorKevin AltieriStarsKevin ConroyBob HastingsEfrem Zimbalist Jr.Two-Face, the former Harvey Dent, begins an aggressive campaign against his hated rival, Rupert Thorne.I haven't seen that much of Batman the animated series, but this episode is really outstanding. On part one we get to empathize with Harvey, and for the second part, it totally destroys him to create Two-face. The tragedy of the story, as well as the depth that Two-face has, makes this a fenomenal episode.
- DirectorIan GrahamStarsJanet VarneyJ.K. SimmonsRichard RiehleKorra enters the Spirit World and struggles with the Avatar's relationship with the spirits.Yes, i don't like The legend of Korra, i think is a mediocre show with a lot of errors. But even with that, it has his highs, three of them are in this list. The first one is A new spiritual age, which explores Korra's fears and re-introduces the best character of the original show. The message of the episode is really beautiful and the spiritual world looks amazing.
- DirectorIan GrahamStarsJanet VarneyDavid FaustinoP.J. ByrneKorra practices metal bending. Lin takes an acupuncture session. Zaheer, Ghazan, Ming-Hua and P'Li escape Republic City.Don't remember what's all the stuff that happens on this episode, but i do remember it has a lot of character development on Jin and Bolin and adds depth to them.
- DirectorIan GrahamStarsJanet VarneyDavid FaustinoSeychelle GabrielWhile tracking Aiwei, Korra finds out more about Zaheer's motivations and purposes. Team Avatar is chased by both Zaheer's gang and the Earth Queen.The best season of The legend of Korea is the third one. Zaheer is one of the best antagonist i've ever seen on a tv show. The motivations for his actions are understandable, and it makes the viewer question if Korra is right or not. In The Stakeout, Korra discovers Zaheer's motivations, and i think there's no other episode that manages to show what a complex villain he is.