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Clone High

Clone High is an adult animated science fiction sitcom created by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Bill Lawrence.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Clone High is an adult animated science fiction sitcom created by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Bill Lawrence. It follows teenage clones of famous historical figures attending a high school built around a secret government experiment. The series originally aired in Canada on Teletoon and in the United States on MTV in 2002–2003, and it was revived for a new run in 2023.

Premise

Clone High is set at a fictional high school populated by clones of famous historical figures. The school is secretly part of a government experiment overseen by the Secret Board of Shadowy Figures.

Broadcast history

The original series premiered in Canada on Teletoon in 2002 and in the United States on MTV in 2003. After its initial run ended, the series returned with a revival that premiered on Max in 2023.

Characters

The best-known central clones are Abraham Lincoln, Joan of Arc, Cleopatra, John F. Kennedy, and Mahatma Gandhi. Their teenage relationships and conflicts drive much of the series’ satire.

Reception and legacy

Clone High developed a cult following and became known for its mix of teen drama parody, historical satire, and irreverent humour. Its revival reflected continued interest in the original concept.

Key facts

  • The series is an adult animated comedy and science fiction sitcom created by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Bill Lawrence.
  • Its premise centers on clones of well-known historical figures attending high school together.
  • The original series premiered in Canada on Teletoon before airing in the United States on MTV.
  • The show originally ran for one season in 2002–2003 and was later revived in 2023.
  • Prominent characters include adolescent versions of Abraham Lincoln, Joan of Arc, Cleopatra, John F. Kennedy, and Mahatma Gandhi.
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Canadian context

Clone High premiered in Canada on Teletoon before its U.S. debut, making its Canadian broadcast history especially relevant for Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

What is Clone High?
Clone High is an adult animated sitcom about clones of famous historical figures attending high school together.
Who created Clone High?
It was created by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Bill Lawrence.
When did Clone High first air?
It premiered in Canada on November 2, 2002, and in the United States on January 20, 2003.
Where is Clone High set?
It is set at a fictional high school in Exclamation, USA.
Which historical figures are featured most prominently?
The series centers on clones of Abraham Lincoln, Joan of Arc, Cleopatra, John F. Kennedy, and Mahatma Gandhi.
Was Clone High revived?
Yes. A revival premiered in 2023 after the original 2002–2003 run.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clone_High
    Supports: Creators, premise, original premiere dates, setting, main characters, and revival mention.
  2. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clone_High
    Supports: Canadian and U.S. broadcasters and general premise.
  3. The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction — https://sf-encyclopedia.com/entry/clone_high
    Supports: Series type, creators, original run, and episode count.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0305011/
    Supports: Original U.S. premiere date, genre, and premise.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14028208/
    Supports: 2023 revival series and premiere date.