Netflix Original Series for Kids
With so many of us ditching cable and switching to services like Netflix to save some cash, you might be concerned about what your kids will watch without access to Nick Jr., Disney and other kid-centric channels. But fear not! Netflix has many original series and movies for kids that are just as excellent as the former favorites. Maybe this will be the proof you need to cut the cord yourself!
All descriptions via Netflix. Check out a full list of original children’s series here.
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Luna Petunia: With help from her magic toy chest, fun-loving Luna Petunia enters the fantastic land of Amazia, where adventures, friendship and learning await.
Popples: Do you remember Popples as a kid? Now there’s a show about them!
The adorable Best Popple Pals love helping their friends and neighbors, but every time they do it seems to backfire in hilarious ways.
Trollhunters: This is one of the shows my husband and I actually are quite into as well!
After uncovering a mysterious amulet, an average teen assumes an unlikely destiny and sets out to save two worlds.
Magic School Bus: Both the original series we watched as kids and the brand new Magic School Bus series are on Netflix!
Ms. Frizzle's kid sister Fiona takes the wheel at Walkerville Elementary, leading the class on wild adventures packed with science-fueled fun.
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Llama Llama: The children’s book favorites are now a series!
Beloved children's book character Llama Llama springs to life in this heartwarming series about family, friendship and learning new things.
Super Monsters: Preschool kids whose parents are the world's most famous monsters try to master their special powers while preparing for kindergarten.
Octonauts: This is one Nick Jr. show that is available on Netflix; score! And I bet you will catch yourself saying “Creature Report” more often than you’d like.
A team of brave underwater explorers known as the Octonauts combs the world's oceans for aquatic creatures in desperate need of assistance.
Not only are there some great kids shows on Netflix, but the adult series are pretty awesome, too, so you won’t be missing your cable channels (much)!
For a full list of Netflix original series, check out this list.
*Note: of course we aren’t advocating for your child to spend hours in front of the TV on a daily basis, but let’s be real, sometimes mama needs a break and the kids need to chill out for a little bit. Judge-free zone here!
