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20 Fantastic Animated Series That Outshine Most Live-Action Shows
The article argues that animation can deliver visually ambitious and emotionally rich storytelling for audiences of all ages, and that some animated series surpass many live-action shows. It highlights how animation can bring fresh perspectives to familiar characters and tackle themes such as discrimination, alongside action and character drama.
Its examples include *X-Men: Evolution*, which recasts the team as teenagers; *Green Lantern: The Animated Series*, praised for balancing mature themes with accessibility; and the 1992 *X-Men: The Animated Series*, later revived as *X-Men '97*. It also cites *My Hero Academia* for combining Western superhero conventions with shonen anime, and notes that the 2011 Green Lantern series was overshadowed by the film released that year.
In short
- Animation can tell stories for adults as well as children.
- Several series offer fresh takes on familiar superhero characters.
- The article praises animation’s range, themes and character work.