Tag: USA-disneynow

Big City Greens is simultaneously loud and laid-back, perfectly in line with its premise. At the heart of it is a healthy family dynamic (the father-son relationship in particular stands out), but it has enough organic tension to invest in beyond the laughs. On that end, its self-aware jokes can be universally funny for kids and grown-ups, and their timing of punchlines is pretty on point. Of course, some episodes have more to them than others; but all things considered, it’s not some empty-headed cartoon, it’s got satisfying resolutions, and the songs are always a welcome treat. Ultimately, a great direction for kids’ comedy adventures to take.

Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family

Actor: Artemis Pebdani, Bob Joles, Chris Houghton, Marieve Herington, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Zeno Robinson

Rating: TV-Y7

From the very opening theme that sounds like a call for the kids to gather ‘round the TV, this series succeeds in being a colorful, attention-grabbing playtime show for preschoolers. The premise itself—of having pets with distinct magical abilities—is a common desire among children and an easy hook to stay tuned in. Each episode is straightforward in laying out how these pet abilities can be both a big help and a big problem, but nothing that kids can’t take care of if they put their heads together. It’s a simple enough children’s show with lessons about family values, and while not groundbreaking in the slightest, is still a decent choice to consider introducing to the little ones.

Genre: Animation, Kids, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Actor: Ayden Elijah, Ben Pronsky, Brent Mukai, Dino Andrade, Jeannie Tirado, Lexie Foley

Rating: TV-Y