A couple days ago we got the news that Cartoon Network’s Regular Show would be coming to an end after eight seasons of production. It’s a bit unexpected given the show’s success, but don’t worry, I have you covered. Although there are rumors circling around that Adult Swim could pick up the cartoon, for now, check out these 11 reasons why Regular Show was dope.
1. Over-the-top humor
Despite being on Cartoon Network and being advertised to children, Regular Show definitely deserved AT LEAST a TV-14 rating at times. From the blatant allusions to swearing, to all the sexual puns. Regular Show, at times, reminded us more of an Adult Swim show than a show meant for kids to watch after school.
2. Romantic without being corny
Did you ship Mordecai and Margaret? Or maybe you liked Mordecai and CJ? Regardless of who you liked together, Regular Show was able to add a romantic element to the show with it being painfully awkward. We all could relate to Mordecai stumbling his way through his interactions with girls. Even Rigby and Eileen’s arc was relatable, whether you’ve had to shade someone or you’ve been shaded.
3. Mordecai and Rigby were an amazing comedy duo
Chemistry between characters in a comedy is important, but being able to depict that same chemistry in a cartoon is priceless. The two would argue and fight, but when it was all said and done, they were there for each other. No matter how much trouble one would get in, they would have each other’s back. Isn’t that what we all want in a best friend?
4. The supporting cast was top notch
The wisdom from Skips, Muscle Man’s undying love for Starla — the supporting cast of Regular Show was on point. Benson helped push character growth in Mordecai and Rigby, despite their reluctance to listen to him. And I will always fight and say that High-Five ghost deserved more screen time. The supporting cast gave color and life to the dynamic duo of Mordecai and Rigby.
5. They had Childish Gambino, MC Lyte and Tyler, The Creator on there!
Don’t tell me you forgot about the battle rap episode. Yes, Regular Show had an episode where Tyler, Childish and Lyte dropped bars on Mordecai and Rigby. Words can’t describe it, so just watch it (and I dare you to tell me Gambino don’t have bars).
6. Mordecai and Rigby were true nerds
They played video games, new and old. They were into wrestling, karate, anime — you name it and Mordecai and Rigby were into it, if not obsessed with it, sometimes to a fault.
7. It had some of the weirdest villains
Honestly, I think my argument for Regular Show getting close to Adult Swim is solidified in some of the villains they created on this show. Remember Iacedrom and Ygbir?! Or what about the gang of robot toys, the Capicola Gang. Some of these villains like the Coffee Bean were never even defeated, the duo just escaped from them.
8. They threw the best parties
9. The soundtrack
Regular Show always had the best soundtrack and played some old school hits. From Queen to Eddie Murphy, from The Velvet Underground to Johann Bach, they mixed beautiful cartoon visuals with an amazing vintage soundtrack. Also, let’s not sleep on the time Rigby paid homage to Eazy-E.
10. They took us to realms outside of this universe
These two had the best adventures into worlds we didn’t know existed. Who knew that the consequences of breaking a jinx could be so catastrophic? Who thought a giant coffee bean would betray you for concert tickets? The actions of employees in a small park had repercussions not just for the park, but the universe and even across the future.
11. OOOOOOOoooooooo!!!
