31 Years Ago Today, Cartoon Network’s Most Iconic Series Started (And Gave Fans All Their Favorite Characters)

The show that ultimately made Cartoon Network famous began with a special premiere over thirty years ago. On February 20, 1995, the first episode of What a Cartoon! aired during Space Ghost Coast to Coast, billed as the “World Premiere Toon-In.” This launched an anthology series of brand-new, original cartoons that quickly became the foundation of Cartoon Network’s programming, introducing beloved characters and launching new shows – even the ones that didn’t quite succeed.








