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Lego Friends: The Power of Friendship

By Emily Ashby, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 6+

Formulaic series doesn't wow, but friendly themes persist.

TV Netflix Kids' Animation 2016
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age 9+

Based on 2 parent reviews

Grant61
Grant61 Adult
September 9, 2019
age 9+

I wanted this to be better for my girls.

I have two girls, six and eight, and I wanted this to be better for them. In my opinion, the characters seem stereotypical and the topics seemed to give my girls unnecessary worries about boys and friendships that they didn't previously have. May be better suited for older girls.
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Anal P.
Anal P. Adult
January 12, 2018
age 9+

Pretty lame

This show is pretty lame. The songs are lame. The stories are lame and predictable. this show doesn't really have anything poignant to say, but I guess it's not a terrible message either. Very meh.
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What's the Story?

LEGO FRIENDS: THE POWER OF FRIENDSHIP centers on the adventures of five best friends in and around their hometown of Heartlake City. Olivia, Andrea, Stephanie, Emma, and Mia share a bond nothing can break, but that doesn't mean they don't find their share of trouble, whether it comes on the basketball court or at summer camp. When the going gets tough, you find out who your true friends are; for these young women, having each other is the key to meeting life's challenges.

Is It Any Good?

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This so-so Lego series is less blatant in its product placement than its predecessor, but it doesn't offer much content that distinguishes it from the numerous other shows with similar themes. The characters are very one-dimensional, which adds to the already bothersome predictability of the episodes' plots, so viewers can easily guess how each girl will react to events and how the stories will play out.

As its title implies, the teen characters learn time and again that friendship is a powerful positive force, and every story offers the opportunity to rediscover their respect for each other. That's a good thing, and it's a message that can't be overemphasized for girls in particular. While not every character is exemplary all the time, the overall effect and eventual lessons are generally decent.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about how this series portrays teen girls and women. Are they always supportive of each other? Is there any jealousy or discord among them? What, if any, strong female role models exist?

  • Does this show's connection to the Lego brand improve its entertainment value? In general, does what you see on TV or in the movies influence the products you buy? Why, or why not?

  • Kids: How do you deal with peers who are unkind? How does it feel when that kind of behavior comes from a friend? Does being friends mean that you always agree with each other? How can you strike a happy balance?

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