Common Sense Media Review
By Emily Ashby
,
based on child development research. How do we rate?
Sweet stories, exceptional messages in toy-inspired series.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 4+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Watch
Videos and Photos
Go! Go! Cory Carson
What's the Story?
GO! GO! CORY CARSON follows a curious and eager young car named Cory (voiced by Alan C. Lim) as he explores his hometown of Bumperton Hills, makes new friends, and has all kinds of fun and exciting adventures. Like most parents, Cory's Mama (Kerry Gudjohnsen) and Papa (Paul Killiam) are a little bit sad that their son is growing up so fast, but they enjoy watching him learn about the community and his place in it through his explorations. Whether he's off on a field trip with his friends Halle Copter (Adelaide Hirasaki), Kimmy (Neena-Sinaii Simpo) and Timmy O'Tool (Eli Morse), and Freddie Firetruck (Smith Foreman), or he's at home playing with his younger sister, Chrissy (Maisie Benson), Cory's always up for whatever the day brings.
Is It Any Good?
Sweetness abounds in this darling series that packages all kinds of preschool-appropriate feelings and conundrums into the heroic main character. Cory's best intentions sometimes get the better of him and land him in some uncomfortable and unfamiliar predicaments (maybe this sounds familiar?), but as viewers will see, he's not one to back down from them. Instead he makes the best of every situation, learns valuable lessons, and tries to do better the next time around. All the while he's supported by his loving parents and the other caring adults in his life.
Cory's individual example aside, Go! Go! Cory Carson has much to teach youngsters about the structure and purpose of a community as a whole. Bumperton Hills is a place that works like a well-oiled machine because of the residents in it, each of whom has a specific role to fill. There are teachers, firefighters, police officers, sanitation workers, and babysitters, and as Cory comes into contact with each one, viewers learn along with him how vital those respective contributions are to the greater community. Even better, the show makes a concerted effort to represent both female and male characters in a variety of occupations and to emphasize the inherent value of every job that is done.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the many jobs that are filled by the residents of Bumperton Hills. How is each different vehicle best suited for his/her occupation? How can you tell that they take pride in their work and are valued by others? Where do you see those same jobs in action in your community?
How does Cory's impulsiveness get him into trouble at times? How might you make different decisions in those same scenarios? Why is it important to take responsibility when you make mistakes?
Which adults in Cory's life help model positive characteristics like integrity and self-control? How does Cory apply what he learns to his life? Who in your life acts as a good role model for you?
TV Details
- Premiere date : January 4, 2020
- Cast : Alan C. Lim , Adelaide Hiraski , Smith Foreman
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Transportation ( Cars & Trucks ) , Family Stories ( Siblings ) , Friendship
- Character Strengths : Curiosity
- TV rating :
- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : October 1, 2025
Did we miss something on diversity?
Research shows a connection between kids' healthy self-esteem and positive portrayals in media. That's why we've added a new "Diverse Representations" section to our reviews that will be rolling out on an ongoing basis. You can help us help kids by
Suggest an Update
Common Sense Media's unbiased ratings are created by expert reviewers and aren't influenced by the product's creators or by any of our funders, affiliates, or partners.
See how we rate