"Samurai Jack" is an animated television series created by Genndy Tartakovsky. It follows the journey of a skilled samurai named Jack who is sent to the future by the evil shape-shifting demon Aku. In this dystopian world, Jack battles various foes while searching for a way to return to his own time and defeat Aku. The show is known for its unique art style, minimal dialogue, and cinematic storytelling. It originally aired on Cartoon Network from 2001 to 2004, with a fifth season released in 2017. "Samurai Jack" has received critical acclaim and won several awards for its animation and storytelling.