The Pontianak is one of Southeast Asia’s most iconic ghost legends. Discover her chilling roles in classic films like Pontianak Harum Sundal Malam and the teen-friendly Pontianak cartoon Kisah Bawah Tanah.

2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for ghost-themed animation. From original folklore-inspired series like Kisah Bawah Tanah to major franchise releases such as Ghost in the Shell and Ghostbusters, ghost cartoons are evolving in tone, style, and storytelling ambition.

From Dracula to Po the Pocong, ghosts have stepped out of folklore and into animation. This article explores how iconic spirits are reimagined as cartoon characters across cultures, and why that transformation keeps them alive for new generations.

More adults than ever are choosing animation on purpose — not as background noise but because it’s finally saying the things live-action keeps dodging. From the surreal honesty of Bojack Horseman to the cultural depth of Kisah Bawah Tanah, these series dig into identity, grief, absurdity, and the messy parts of adulthood we usually avoid. Animation isn’t the escape anymore. It’s the mirror.

Get ready for an epic animation lineup in 2025! From the wild streets of Zootopia 2 and the fierce beats of K-Pop: Demon Hunters to the mind-bending worlds of Love, Death & Robots: Volume 4, the slick action of The Bad Guys 2, the fiery battles of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, and Malaysia’s hauntingly beautiful Kisah Bawah Tanah — these cartoons are redefining what animation can be.

From friendly ghosts to chaotic blobs and moody half-ghost teens, these cartoon spirits have shaped how we laugh at the afterlife. From Casper to Danny Phantom — and finally, to Malaysia’s very own Kisah Bawah Tanah — here’s a look at five unforgettable ghost characters that turned spooky stories into something human, heartfelt, and strangely comforting.

From the creators of Bola Kampung comes Kisah Bawah Tanah — a PG-13 Malaysian ghost cartoon about two skeletons, Zack and Sam, working at a mini-mart in the world of Bawah Tanah. A funny, spooky, and heartfelt story about growing up and finding humor in the unknown.

From kampung shenanigans in Usop Sontorian to the spooky humor of Kisah Bawah Tanah, Malaysian animated series have always found creative ways to bring ghosts and urban legends to life. This article dives into five iconic shows — from Bola Kampung to BoBoiBoy and Ejen Ali — and explores how 2D animation and comedy cartoons turn Malaysia’s folklore into stories audiences everywhere can enjoy.

As the writer of Kisah Bawah Tanah, I wanted to share why we made this PG-13 comedy cartoon, what it’s all about, and why we believe it could soon stand among every Malaysia famous cartoon that shaped our childhood.

Did you know some of your favorite shows on Disney Channel and Netflix were actually made in Malaysia? From the magical chaos of Harry & Bunnies to the football fever of Supa Strikas, and from the superhero fun of Chuck Chicken to the supernatural comedy of Kisah Bawah Tanah, these Malaysia popular cartoons prove our local animation can make waves around the world.

Malaysian urban legends come alive in Kisah Bawah Tanah — the first Malaysian cartoon to turn Southeast Asian ghosts into a 2D animated comedy full of heart and chaos.

2025 brings five must-watch Malaysia animated series — from spooky Kisah Bawah Tanah to ChaCha & Dina, Mechamato, Misteri di Sebalik Order, and Ejen Ali.

From Munafik to Hantu Kak Limah, Roh, Pontianak Harum Sundal Malam, and our own Kisah Bawah Tanah, these Malaysian ghost movies and cartoon show that our supernatural tales are more than scares — they’re culture and identity.

Discover Malaysian animation series like Bola Kampung, Ejen Ali, Chuck Chicken, and Didi & Friends — along with our own Kisah Bawah Tanah. Proudly local, these shows prove Malaysia’s creativity shines on the global stage.