“We always like to say ‘Phineas and Ferb’ is about the midway point between ‘Family Guy’ and ‘SpongeBob,’’’ says Povenmire, co-creator with Marsh of the show that airs every ...

LOS ANGELES – Here’s a quiz for cartoon lovers: What do you get when you combine “The Simpsons” acerbic pop culture references, “Family Guy’s” irony and the broad slapstick humor of “SpongeBob ...

Over the years, animation has expanded to include a wide range of styles and genres, from quirky family sitcoms to surreal, boundary-pushing parodies. Despite the varied themes, what unites these ...