{
  "id": 18947927,
  "title": "10 Most Underrated Superhero Cartoons Of All Time, Ranked",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/08/10-most-underrated-superhero-cartoons-of-all-time-ranked",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-08T14:02:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TVLine",
    "slug": "tvline",
    "url": "https://www.tvline.com/2309385/most-underrated-superhero-cartoons-ranked/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Just like in the movies, superhero cartoons have been a staple of television for decades, with many animated series defining the genre and standing the test of time. However, with so many superhero cartoons being produced, there are plenty that fall through the cracks. This article takes a look at some of the underrated animated series, not receiving the admiration they deserve compared to their more prominent peers. From the Marvel and DC universes to others, there are numerous options for this list. Some of these series have been unfavorably compared to their more popular counterparts or have simply been overshadowed by them. Regardless, these are the 10 most underrated superhero cartoons of all time, each deserving of a second chance.",
  "summary": "For every X-Men: The Animated Series and Batman Beyond, there's an unsung superhero cartoon that deserves more recognition. Here are 10 shining examples.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}