Common Sense Media Review
By Stephanie Morgan
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Actor twins' travel adventures will inspire wanderlust.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 8+?
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Fantastic Friends
Parent and Kid Reviews
What's the Story?
In FANTASTIC FRIENDS, Oliver and James Phelps, the actors who play George and Fred Weasley in the Harry Potter movies, team up once again to road trip around the world. During their travels they go on wild adventures and meet up with famous friends along the way -- many of whom are co-stars from their Harry Potter days.
Is It Any Good?
Charismatic hosts James and Oliver Phelps bring their mischievous charm and their zest for extreme adventures to the travel show genre. Fantastic Friends not only treats viewers to engaging tales from the twins' time on the Harry Potter set, it will also stir wanderlust among young fans with stunning footage of their travels. The show's immersive exploration of local cultures, including dances, food, and hobbies, invites viewers to build their own travel itineraries based on the activities featured in each destination.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about what the host said about being courageous. Why is it good to sometimes push yourself outside of your comfort zone?
Discuss what can be gained from travel, what are the benefits of going to new places and trying new things?
Discuss the idea of responsible travel. Why is it important to consider the impact you have on the local people and ecology of the places you visit?
TV Details
- Premiere date : July 18, 2023
- Cast : James Phelps , Oliver Phelps
- Network : CW
- Genre : Reality TV
- Topics : STEM
- Character Strengths : Courage , Curiosity
- TV rating :
- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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