22 TV Shows That, Believe It Or Not, Are Turning 20 Years Old In 2022

First episode: June 7, 2002

Last episode: September 7, 2007

Number of Seasons: 4

Number of Episodes: 87

In 2022, it will have been two decades since the world was introduced to Disney Channel cartoon character Kim Possible, a teenager who fights against villains with her best friend, Ron Stoppable, and his mole rat pet and sidekick, Rufus.

First episode: July 12, 2002

Last episode: December 4, 2009

Number of Seasons: 8

Number of Episodes: 125

Monk centered around private detective Adrian Monk, who dealt with worsening OCD and phobias after his wife's death. His temperament ended up helping him solve the cases he was assigned.

First episode: September 17, 2002

Last episode: April 15, 2005

Number of Seasons: 3

Number of Episodes: 76

Based on the book, 8 Simple Rules...for Dating My Teenage Daughter, the TV adaptation showed Paul Hennessy’s (played by John Ritter) adventures in raising his three teenagers when his wife returns to work. After John Ritter's untimely passing, the show returned, with his death being written into the series.

First episode: March 25, 2002

Last episode: still airing

Number of Seasons: 25

Number of Episodes: 275

The Bachelor is one of the few programs on the list that has survived the 20-year mark. This reality dating show began with bachelor Alex Michel searching for a potential wife amongst a group of women in 2002. The show remains a fan favorite is returning to ABC on January 3 for season 26.

First episode: March 5, 2002

Last episode: March 21, 2005

Number of Seasons: 4

Number of Episodes: 52

In March of 2002, The Osbournes’ MTV reality program began, which followed the lives of singer Ozzy Osbourne, his wife, Sharon, and their children, Kelly and Jack. The show helped launched the reality tv genre and brought the family fame "like Beatlemania," Ozzy later said in a British GQ interview.

First episode: September 20, 2002

Last episode: March 24, 2006

Number of Seasons: 4

Number of Episodes: 86

Amanda Bynes and Jennie Garth played sisters living together in New York City in this sitcom, which will turn 20 in September 2022. Holly (Bynes) was carefree, while Valerie (Garth) was cautious, which made life interesting as they worked to coexist when their father moves to Japan for a new job.

First episode: July 20, 2002

Last episode: November 25, 2006

Number of Seasons: 3

Number of Episodes: 59

Can you believe it’s been almost 20 years since this classic Nickelodeon cartoon series premiered? The show followed the life of genius fifth grader, Jimmy Neutron, who would use his smarts to create gadgets and other inventions. These creations often got him into chaotic situations alongside his pals Carl and Sheen. 

First episode: March 27, 2002

Last episode: May 8, 2007

Number of Seasons: 6

Number of Episodes: 120

Many Nick at Nite fans will remember watching George Lopez before bedtime! In his self-titled sitcom, Lopez played an airplane factory manager juggling family life with his wife, two children, and problematic mother. 

First episode: October 5, 2002

Last episode: January 28, 2006

Number of Seasons: 4

Number of Episodes: 42

Nearly twenty years have passed since the debut of this Canadian sci-fi series, which presented the puzzling paranormal events faced by five students and their science teacher at Blake Holsey High School.

First episode: March 19, 2002

Last episode: January 12, 2003

Number of Seasons: 2

Number of Episodes: 19

Following his departure from Late Night with Conan O’Brien, Richter starred in this series as an aspiring short story writer who imagined how his everyday encounters could have played out in his favor. The show has since been remembered as having been cut off too soon, as it only lasted for 19 episodes.

First episode: May 3, 2002

Last episode: August 24, 2019

Number of Seasons: 7

Number of Episodes: 130

This cartoon program was based on the Max & Ruby children's book series by author Rosemary Wells. It showed the many adventures of three-year old Max and seven-year-old Ruby, a pair of bunny rabbit siblings who navigate their daily lives together.

First episode: September 16, 2002

Last episode: still airing

Number of Seasons: 20

Number of Episodes: 3,000

Another show that began in '02 and has lasted the test of time is Dr. Phil. Phil McGraw started off his TV career by making guest appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show, which led to this series. He continues to counsel guests with a variety of issues, including family dysfunction, addictions, and more.

First episode: January 8, 2002

Last episode: May 24, 2019

Number of Seasons: 18

Number of Episodes: 2,000

After serving as a host for MTV’s TRL, Carson Daly moved on to host his own show, Last Call with Carson Daly, which featured celebrity interviews and performances. It began in May of 2002 and ended in 2019 after airing 2,000 episodes.

First episode: September 14, 2002

Last episode: July 21, 2006

Number of Seasons: 3

Number of Episodes: 42

What’s New, Scooby-Doo? marked a modern iteration of the classic Scooby-Doo cartoon plot. In this version, the Mystery Inc. gang continued to solve mysteries while using new technology as they’re living in the 21st century.

First episode: August 4, 2002

Last episode: October 7, 2004

Number of Seasons: 3

Number of Episodes: 28

Just five years before Anna Nicole Smith’s untimely passing, The Anna Nicole Show debuted on E! Television Network. The reality series aired 28 episodes that documented the candid moments of the Playboy playmate’s life. 

First episode: August 5, 2002

Last episode: June 28, 2007 (then picked up again for 41 more episodes in 2011, and revived in 2021)

Number of Seasons: 6

Number of Episodes: 92

This word spelling game show has been revamped numerous times over the years. After having aired in the late ‘80s, it was revived in 2002 with Chuck Woolery hosting alongside Shandi Finnessey, and Stacey Hayes for 8 episodes. Lingo was later brought back on GSN in 2011 for 41 episodes, and is now airing on British station ITV with host Adil Ray.

First episode: September 16, 2002

Last episode: June 5, 2006

Number of Seasons: 4

Number of Episodes: 89

In Everwood, a brain surgeon moved with his two children from the bustling city life of Manhattan to the small town of Everwood, Colorado following his wife's passing. The show produced 89 episodes and helped launch the careers of prominent actors like Chris Pratt, Emily VanCamp, and Justin Baldoni.