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15 Shows Like ‘Rick and Morty’

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Adult cartoons are a dime a dozen these days, but there’s something unique about the way Rick and Morty took hold of the cultural zeitgeist. Created by Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon, the Adult Swim original series is an outrageous and hyperbolic twist on the relationship between mad scientist Doc Brown and his teenage companion Marty McFly in the Back to the Future movies. The episodic series follows the adventures of the titular grandfather-grandson duo of Rick Sanchez and Morty Smith, both voiced by series co-creator Roiland, that sees Morty constantly being pulled into intergalactic danger thanks to his genius, alcoholic grandpa. 

People who are unfamiliar with Rick and Morty may know that it’s full of vulgar catchphrases and flatulence, but underneath that crass layer is a show that is actually incredibly complex and bold in its storytelling decisions.

Every new dimension explored and character introduced becomes an opportunity for the show’s creative team to either poke fun at something or introduce a bit of unexpected sorrow or trauma to an otherwise silly moment. Even though there’s something wholly original about Rick and Morty’s comedic sensibilities and a cast of characters, a lot of other shows out there are similarly bold in the way they deliver their humor or look at the world. So put down the portal gun and check out these 15 Shows like Rick and Morty! 

15. 'Community'

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14. 'The Orville'

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13. 'The Venture Bros.'

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12. 'Loki'

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11. 'Archer'

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10. 'Doctor Who'

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9. 'Avenue 5'

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8. 'Disenchantment'

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7. 'BoJack Horseman'

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6. 'Reaper'

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5. 'Adventure Time'

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4. 'South Park'

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3. 'Futurama'

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2. 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia'

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1. 'Solar Opposites'

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