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Krypto the Superdog

(Rated TV-Y, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Brian Drummond, Michael Dobson, Sam Vincent, Where to watch: Cartoon Network, Boomerang, DVD, Download)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 3, age appropriate for kids over 5; suggested age 5.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Kids will have fun with this caped canine hero.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 5 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Heroes use words to solve problems whenever possible; characters work to overcome their own shortcomings.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Cartoon hijinks and exaggerated shenanigans, though no one ever really gets hurt; plenty of funny sound effects when villains get caught.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Krypto the Superdog

Parents need to know that this is a fairly innocuous cartoon about a superhero dog (originally owned by Superman) who, along with his coterie of companions, saves the city of Metropolis from an array of villains. Each half-hour episode is broken down into a pair of shorter stories, making this a good length for younger viewers; the action is suitable for the little ones as well, since the bad guys get theirs, but in a pretty tame fashion -- often tangled up in their own tails or scared right into a cage.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about issues raised by the show. In one episode, for example, when Streaky becomes a "supercat," he wants to use his powers against the dogs who have bullied him in the past. Krypto comes to the rescue and offers some advice about Streaky's new duties. Children can explore what it means to have responsibility, and what their individual responsibilities are. On the lighter side, parents can ask kids what it would be like to have a pet with super powers.
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  1. Teen Reviewer
    Age 13
    Lives in Ohio
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 4.0

      • My highlights are:
      • Positive messages
      • Good role models

      Good show for young kids!

      This was actually a good show. I was surprised that it wasn't extremely obnoxious, there was no potty talk, and you could actually sit through an episode without wanting to pull your hair out! I mean, I only saw a few, and of course, since I'm older, I wasn't thrilled watching it. I mean, it's definitely meant for younger kids. But there's good role models and no language. A good pick for kids, especially 5 year olds!

    • Teen Reviewer
      Age 14
      Lives in Georgia
      I rate this title on for age 10 and give it 5.0

      Awesome Super Hero show!!

      I wish this show never got canceled :( I hope it gets a come-back for a season 3

    • Parent Reviewer
      Lives in California
      Kids ages: 8
      I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 4.0

    • Teen Reviewer
      Age 13
      Lives in Michigan
      I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 3.0

      hey

      decent show

    • Adult Reviewer
      Lives in Pennsylvania
      I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 5.0

      Krypto rocks the house, man!!!

      What can I say about Krypto the Superdog? The show has changed my life for the better. I mean, he has raised my interest in Kryptonian life at an even higher level. Plus, all those times I'd see Krypto in action just REALLY astound the heck out of me. And the episode where Streaky got his powers from was truly amazing; it made me wish I were in Star Labs at that moment. Imagine me, "Andrew: The Next Superman!" Cool, huh? And if that's not enough to get you as excited as a school kid, think of all those battles against Mechanikat? Awesome... awesome to the max. Too bad the show got canceled, I really liked it a lot. If there's a petition going on for more seasons, by all means, let me know. Hager out!

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