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Beavis and Butt-Head 1993

★ 7.1/10 TV-14 AnimationComedy 8 seasons · 221 eps Ended

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Overview

Beavis and Butt-Head is an American adult animated comedy television series created by Mike Judge. The show first aired on the cable network MTV in March 1993. The series follows two dimwitted, slow-witted teenagers named Beavis and Butt-Head who live in the fictional town of Highland, Texas. The duo spends much of their time sitting on a couch discussing heavy-metal music, television, and nachos. Their everyday exploits include attempting to score with girls at a local convenience store, slacking off at school, and wreaking havoc while working at a burger joint. The series is known for its slice-of-life short subjects and for having the characters provide commentary on music videos. The program originated from animated shorts created by Judge, such as Frog Baseball, which were broadcast on MTV. The franchise has also expanded beyond television, with two films released titled Beavis and Butt-Head Do America in 1996 and Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe in 2022. The main characters are voiced by Mike Judge.

Should you watch it?

“Two clueless teens wreak havoc and comment on music videos.”

Reasons to watch
  • Pioneering adult animation
  • Sharp satire of pop culture
  • Iconic voice work by Mike Judge
Keep in mind
  • Crude humor may not appeal to all
  • Repetitive premise over time

You enjoy subversive animated comedies with pop-culture commentary.

Contains adult themes, crude humor, and inappropriate behavior; not suitable for children.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 3 episodes
Season 2 · 26 episodes
Season 3 · 28 episodes
Season 4 · 32 episodes
Season 5 · 50 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who created Beavis and Butt-Head?

Mike Judge, who also voices the main characters.

When did the show originally air?

The series first aired on MTV in 1993.

What network aired the show?

It originally aired on MTV.

Are Beavis and Butt-Head the same person?

No, they are two distinct characters.

Is the show still running?

The original run ended in 1997, though it has had revivals.