Best Superhero TV Shows

Last updated: July 10, 2026

Why go to the theaters to get your superhero fix when you can enjoy some of the best caped crusaders right from your couch? This list has the perfect picks for superhero fans of all ages. There are classic crime fighters like, preschool heroes who love to learn, kid-friendly cartoons, and even dark, edgy antiheroes for teens. You'll find both Marvel and DC Comics well represented on this list. So enjoy these super series, and when you're done, be sure to check out the Best Superhero Books for Kids and Best Superhero Movies.

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Team Zenko Go

age 2+

Fab superhero role models use powers for good deeds.

Network: Netflix (2022)

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Kiya & the Kimoja Heroes

age 3+

Superhero friends save the day in southern Africa.

Network: Disney+ (2023)

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Noonbory and the Super 7

age 3+

Young heroes teach preschoolers about teamwork.

Network: CBS (2009)

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A PAW Patrol Christmas TV show poster: Rubble, Marshall, Chase and Skye drive lit-up trucks in Christmas gear while Santa flies above them.

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A PAW Patrol Christmas

age 3+

Giving and teamwork in jolly action-fueled holiday special.

Network: Paramount+ (2025)

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SuperKitties

age 3+

Purr-fectly cute superheroes model social-emotional skills.

Network: Disney Junior , Disney+ (2023)

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The Chicken Squad

age 3+

Chickens work together in upbeat preschool cartoon.

Network: Disney Junior (2021)

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Super WHY!

age 3+

Young heroes' adventures build reading skills.

Network: PBS Kids (2007)

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Team Umizoomi

age 3+

Super team teaches preschoolers real-life math applications.

Network: Nick Jr. (2010)

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PAW Patrol

age 3+

Cute pups rescue neighbors in friendly cartoon.

Network: Nickelodeon (2013)

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The Adventures of Napkin Man

age 4+

Mixed-media show's cartoon hero helps kids resolve feelings.

Network: Kids Central , Kidstream (2013)

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PJ Masks

age 4+

Pint-size superhero capers have great messages for kids.

Network: Disney Junior (2015)

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The Rocketeer

age 4+

Go-getter girl fills big shoes in next-gen superhero tale.

Network: Disney Junior (2019)

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Go Jetters

age 4+

Young heroes' travels introduce kids to world geography.

Network: Online , CBeebies (2017)

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Danger Rangers

age 4+

Animal heroes teach safety in a fun, upbeat way.

Network: PBS (2005)

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Super PupZ

age 5+

Four-legged friends team with humans in fun family show.

Network: Netflix (2022)

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Super Friends

age 5+

Classic superhero cartoon still saves the day.

Network: Boomerang (1973)

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WordGirl

age 5+

Brainy heroine uses vocab to outwit bad guys.

Network: PBS Kids (2007)

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Hero Elementary

age 5+

Helpful friends use skills and science to solve problems.

Network: PBS Kids (2020)

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Transformers: Rescue Bots Academy

age 5+

Bot trainees learn teamwork, perseverance at rescue school.

Network: Discovery Family Channel (2019)

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Krypto the Superdog

age 5+

Kids will have fun with this caped canine hero.

Network: Boomerang , Cartoon Network (2005)

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