When people hear about cartoons, they typically think of them as silly shows meant for children. Nowadays, many kids’ shows actually have serious, philosophical undertones that only adults would likely pick up on. There are even cartoons made specifically for adult audiences that contain vile humor and more mature themes. Some anime will explore social issues, include elaborate fight scenes and feature great character development. Cartoons aren’t just for kids anymore, so we’ve compiled a list of shows perfect for the young adult to enjoy.

Rick and Morty

A single episode was responsible for the outpouring of fans who swarmed their local McDonald’s on Oct. 7 in search for the discontinued Szechuan sauce featured in the season three opener. The show is centered around 14-year-old Morty and his grandfather, Rick, a mad scientist who uses his portal gun to hop through different dimensions. Rick and Morty (usually Rick) almost always find a way to upset aliens and other-dimensional beings they meet, which always leads to hilarity.

Despite what you may have heard from the fallout of the Szechuan sauce promotion, or how unfunny pickle Rick is, the show as a whole is fun and extremely clever. Its humor has a little something for everyone, including obscure pop culture references and everything from dick jokes to science jokes.

“Rick and Morty” is available online through Adult Swim and Hulu.

Bob’s Burgers

“Bob’s Burgers” manages to be rib-crushingly funny without ever getting too vulgar for network TV. The show follows Bob Belcher, his wife, Linda, and their three children, Tina, Gene and Louise, as they run a local burger restaurant.

Bob holds a petty rivalry with fellow restaurant owner Jimmy Pesto, who runs the Italian restaurant right across the street. Bob’s teenage daughter, Tina, always seems to be pursuing boys and is especially obsessed with butts and Pesto’s son, Jimmy Jr.. Whether it’s Bob becoming a hostage in his own restaurant or getting into a petty competition with Pesto for the high score on the “Burger Boss” arcade game, there’s never a dull moment with the Belcher family.

The eighth season of “Bob’s Burgers” airs Sundays on Fox at 7:30 and episodes are also available online through Fox and Hulu.

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

This anime follows the Elric brothers, Edward and Alphonse, as they hone their alchemy skills in hopes of finding a way to bring their dead mother back to life. When they were children, Edward lost his right arm and left lower leg, and Alphonse lost his body during their first attempt to resurrect their mother.

Alphonse had his soul bonded to a suit of armor and Edward’s missing body parts were replaced with prosthetic “automail” limbs. In search of a solution to their predicament, the brothers travel to the capital city to train as state alchemists, special government soldiers who combine the power of science and natural energy to bend physical elements. During their work in the military, the brothers slowly start uncovering a government conspiracy.

“Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood” is available online through Hulu and Crunchyroll.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars

This quasi-anthology series takes place between “Star Wars: Attack of the Clones” and “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith.” While it does feature arcs focused on popular characters like Anakin Skywalker and Obi Wan Kenobi, it also delves deeper into lesser known characters like bounty hunter Cad Bane and clone commander “Rex.”

Despite being marketed toward a younger audience, the show is great for college-aged viewers because of its campy “Star Wars” fun paired with dark and sometimes violent undertones. The threat of characters’ deaths gives a real weight to the story and makes you more invested in their development. The mix of lighthearted adventure and serious action with well-known characters make “The Clone Wars” the perfect show to come home and binge watch.

“Star Wars: The Clone Wars” is available online through Netflix.