Positive Role Model TV for Teen Girls

Last updated: March 12, 2026

It's not always easy to find positive role models for girls on television, and it gets even harder when those girls are teens. But if you dig a bit, you'll uncover a few gems that will show girls and women in a positive light. Some are new, some are old, but all of these top-rated girl power TV shows are streamable somewhere. Even though the stars in these shows are great role models for girls and women, none of them are perfect. However, that's not a problem -- teens love relatable characters! They'll also help you talk to girls (and boys) about how women are portrayed in the media and what kinds of stereotypes they see. These discussions can counteract harmful messages kids get about body image, sexuality, and role models.

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Alexa & Katie TV Poster
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Alexa & Katie

age 10+

Relatable teen dramedy centers on a solid female friendship.

Netflix Comedy (2018)
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Hillary

age 10+

Affectionate portrait of political icon digs deep.

Hulu Reality TV (2020)
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Rilakkuma and Kaoru

age 10+

Human, animal characters shine in quirky slice-of-life show.

Netflix Drama (2019)
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Black-ish

age 11+

Race is tackled gently in fresh family friendly sitcom.

ABC Comedy (2014)
Dragons of Wonderhatch TV Poster: A collage of characters looking in different directions with a bright, cloudy sky behind them.
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Dragons of Wonderhatch

age 11+

Fantasy drama has positive messages; violence, language.

Hulu Drama (2023)
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Home Before Dark

age 11+

Kid lead is fabulous in intense mystery for tweens and up.

Apple TV Drama (2020)
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Supergirl

age 11+

Strong female lead shoulders the weight of superhero series.

CBS Drama (2015)
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The Mary Tyler Moore Show

age 11+

Classic '70s comedy reflects women's liberation era.

CBS Comedy (1970)
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Xena: Warrior Princess

age 11+

Action fantasy series has female warriors in short outfits.

Logo , Oxygen Drama (1995)
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And She Could Be Next

age 12+

Female candidates persevere in galvanizing, powerful docu.

PBS Reality TV (2020)
Davey & Jonesie's Locker TV Show Poster: Davey & Jonesie (two teenage girls) step out of a glowing rectangle
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Davey & Jonesie's Locker

age 12+

Absurd multiverse-set teen buddy comedy; scares, innuendo.

Hulu Comedy (2024)
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Lost Song

age 12+

Exciting anime fantasy has strong female lead.

Netflix Drama (2018)
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One Day at a Time

age 12+

70's single-mom sitcom has feminist flair, mature themes.

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Stargirl

age 12+

Fun DC superhero show has fantasy violence, strong language.

CW Drama (2020)
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The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia

age 12+

Sweet Latinx throwback sitcom has romance, girl power.

Netflix Comedy (2020)
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Zoe Valentine

age 12+

Thoughtful drama explores serious themes with heart.

YouTube , Brat Drama (2019)
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Buffy the Vampire Slayer

age 13+

Teen vampire series has female role model; sex, violence.

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Butterfly

age 13+

Powerful and complex drama dives into gender identity.

Hulu Drama (2019)
Degrassi: Next Class TV Poster: Cast members of "Degrassi: Next Class" in front of blue lockers, logo above.
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Degrassi: Next Class

age 13+

An edgier Degrassi for the digital age still has heart.

Netflix Drama (2016)
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Instant Influencer With James Charles

age 13+

Upbeat internet influencer challenge full of product promos.

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