Top 10 TV Shows From The 2000s On Disney+ To Watch, According To IMDb

There is no more interesting time period to look at for television shows available on Disney+ than the 2000s. The ’90s featured memorable classics like Boy Meets World and X-Men: The Animated Series. Meanwhile, the 2010s saw the debut of things like The Mandalorian and Gravity Falls.

The 2000s doesn’t really have many series that hold up to the high standard of those. However, the decade was home to some of the most popular shows in the history of the Disney Channel. Combine that with some notable shows that joined Disney+ due to the company’s acquisitions over the years and there are some great things to watch.

10 Fantastic Four: World’s Greatest Heroes (6.8)

Along the lines of shows that were added to the Disney library after they acquired another company, there’s this. Part of the Marvel family, Fantastic Four: World’s Greatest Heroes was met with better reception than the live-action films based on the characters.

This animated series is unique in that it doesn’t connect to the movies or even use many plotlines from the comics. Most of the tales are completely original, including the origin stories of the characters. The show premiered in 2006 and ran for 26 episodes.

9 Lilo & Stitch: The Series (6.8)

In 2002, Disney released Lilo & Stitch to both critical and commercial acclaim. The film centered on the relationship between a young Hawaiian girl and the extra-terrestrial fugitive she befriends. It became successful enough to spawn something of a franchise.

Along with sequels and a planned live-action remake, there was Lilo & Stitch: The Series. Running from 2003 until 2006 and featuring 67 episodes, this iteration saw the titular characters attempting to rescue other experiments. It managed to score a Daytime Emmy nomination.

8 Wizards Of Waverly Place (6.9)

When it comes to iconic Disney Channel sitcoms, there aren’t many that are better than Wizards of Waverly Place. The series centered on the Russo family, who run a restaurant together but they’re secretly magical beings. The three siblings must compete for custody of the family’s powers.

The beloved show scored multiple Oustanding Children’s Program Emmy Awards. It ran for four seasons and 106 episodes between 2007 and 2012, helping to turn Selena Gomez into a household name who went on to become a massive star. It’s finale also set a record for being the most-watched episode in network history.

7 Phil Of The Future (7.0)

Certainly not as popular as something like Wizards of Waverly Place, Phil of the Future was almost as unique of a show. Although it premiered in 2004 and was set in the same year, it followed a family who was trapped there but was originally from 2121.

Led by Raviv Ullman as Phil, the show also helped introduce talented actors like Aly Michalka to the fold. Although this only lasted two seasons and 43 episodes and ended in 2006, it is fondly remembered by those who watched it.

6 Kim Possible (7.2)

A lot of this list is dominated by some fantastic animated shows. That’s especially true for cartoons in the action-adventure genre. Among those was Kim Possible, which made its debut in 2002. It quickly became one of the most popular and acclaimed shows in network history.

The spy series focused on a teenage cheerleader who fights crime with her best friend and pet mole rat while also dealing with the struggles of going through adolescence. With a catchy theme song and a voice cast comprising of Christy Carlson Romano and Will Friedle, it became a legendary show.

5 Even Stevens (7.6)

Speaking of Christy Carlson Romano, she was first known for her role on Even Stevens. This live-action series ran its first episode in 2000 and lasted until 2003, featuring three seasons and 65 total episodes. It also helped make Shia LaBeouf into a young star.

Even Stevens centered on the Stevens family and specifically the relationship between the siblings. They were polar opposites, which caused them to clash, often in hilarious fashion. It scored notable award victories including a BAFTA and a Daytime Emmy.

4 X-Men: Evolution (7.9)

As noted, X-Men: The Animated Series was one of the biggest hits of the ’90s. The Marvel series is iconic and is still well-received to this day. A few years after that ended, X-Men: Evolution premiered in 2000. The twist here was that the characters were mostly teenagers.

Getting to see legendary X-Men like Cyclops, Rogue, Jean Grey, and Nightcrawler as teenagers allowed fans to see themselves in these heroes. The show ended in 2003 after four seasons and 52 episodes, featuring an epic final scene that hinted at what the future held.

3 Phineas And Ferb (7.9)

There’s something about cartoons from the ’90s that stands out. It’s a certain kind of comedy that just feels like it belongs in the era. Phineas and Ferb may not have debuted until 2007 but it manages to include that brand of humor that seems to come from that time.

That makes sense given the creators previously partnered up on things like The Simpsons and Rocko’s Modern Life. This series, which ran for an astonishing 222 episodes through 2015, saw two siblings getting into outrageous adventures over summer vacation. Their sister constantly tries to get them in trouble, while their pet platypus is actually a secret agent stopping the evil Dr. Doofenshmirtz.

2 Wolverine And The X-Men (8.0)

Here’s a show that almost didn’t make the cut. Wolverine and the X-Men first hit screens in 2009 and ran for a grand total of 24 episodes. They all aired during that year, allowing it to barely make the qualifications for this list.

Another animated take on Marvel’s X-Men franchise, this one saw Wolverine take over as the leader. Following an explosion at Charles Xavier’s mansion, the team disbands but ends up reuniting behind Wolverine. Financial issues caused the early cancellation.

1 Star Wars: The Clone Wars (8.3)

In 2008, Star Wars: The Clone Wars hit theaters. The animated film was a different take on the franchise and focused on an era that had been previously unexplored. A few months later, this series premiered on Cartoon Network. For its first few seasons, it didn’t stand out that much.

However, the show developed into something great over time. Dave Filoni created something great, delivering tremendous action, high drama, and awesome characters like Ahsoka Tano. A lot of the show ran during the 2010s, with the final season coming in 2020, but it still began during the 2000s and set the stage for something special.

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