Five essential adult animation series to binge this weekend on Netflix

In recent years, the world of animation has undergone a renaissance, moving far beyond the realm of child-friendly content, continuing with the legacy of shows like Simpsons and Family Guy. Netflix has been at the forefront of this transformation, offering a diverse array of adult animation series that tackle complex themes with wit, humour, and a dose of irreverence. 

Whether you’re a long-time animation enthusiast or just dipping your toes into the world of adult cartoons, here are five essential animated series to binge this weekend on Netflix.

From the hilariously crude to the thoughtfully philosophical, these five shows offer a diverse range of storytelling experiences. These will not only entertain you but also challenge your preconceptions about what animated television can be.

Here is what you should be bingeing this week!

Five essential animated shows to watch on Netflix:

Big Mouth

Big Mouth is a raunchy, coming-of-age animated series created by Nick Kroll, Andrew Goldberg, Mark Levin, and Jennifer Flackett. The show delves into the messy, hormone-fueled journey of adolescence. It’s not all crude humour; it’s also an exploration of the awkwardness and insecurities we all experience during those transformative years.

This week, Big Mouth, the brand-new season seven drops on Netflix. So you can pace your binge session.

BoJack Horseman

BoJack Horseman is a groundbreaking show that combines witty humour with dark, introspective storytelling. Created by Raphael Bob-Waksberg, the series follows the life of BoJack Horseman, a washed-up 1990s TV star who also happens to be an anthropomorphic horse.

The show is a satirical look at fame, addiction, mental health, and the human condition, wrapped up in a brilliantly crafted animated world. Its ability to make you laugh and cry in the same episode sets it apart as one of the best adult animations on Netflix.

The Midnight Gospel

Duncan Trussell and Pendleton Ward, the creators of The Midnight Gospel, have crafted a unique series. It combines elements of a podcast and an animated adventure, creating a surreal and intriguing experience that sucks you in.

The protagonist, Clancy, uses a multiverse simulator to interview beings from different dimensions. These interviews explore profound themes like life, death, and existentialism, making The Midnight Gospel a deeply philosophical animated series that engages the mind and the senses.

F Is For Family

Created by Bill Burr and Michael Price, F Is For Family is a darkly funny animated series set in the 1970s. The show revolves around the Murphy family, and it’s not your typical feel-good family sitcom. Instead, it delves into the struggles, imperfections, and absurdities of family life.

With a sharp and irreverent sense of humour, the series offers a nostalgic yet unapologetically gritty look at the challenges of parenthood and growing up.

Castlevania

Based on the popular video game series Castlevania is an animated show that takes vampire-hunting action to a new level. The series is filled with epic battles, dark magic, and a gripping storyline that keeps you hooked from the first episode.

Castlevania doesn’t shy away from gore, making it a perfect choice for fans of adult-oriented fantasy and horror. You can then watch the spin-off series, Castlevania: Nocturne, on Netflix as well.