Common Sense Media Review
By Polly Conway
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Kid Spideys solve crimes in action series for preschool set.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 4+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Watch
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Marvel's Spidey and His Amazing Friends
Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 29 parent reviews
Parents say the show has elicited mixed reviews, with concerns about inappropriate content, such as cursing in subtitles and the introduction of a nonbinary character, leading some to feel uncomfortable allowing their children to watch. Others appreciate the themes of teamwork and problem-solving but worry about the show's fast pace and lack of consequences for villains, which can create confusion and overly stimulating viewing experiences for young children.
- inappropriate content
- teamwork theme
- overstimulating visuals
- villain consequences
- mixed parental opinions
Summarized with AI
Based on 18 kid reviews
Kids say the show is generally enjoyed for its cute and lighthearted approach, making it suitable for younger viewers, but critiques often target the simplicity of its villains and storyline. Some parents express concerns about messages regarding secrecy and the portrayal of interactions with adults, while others appreciate the absence of forced romantic elements among the young protagonists, fostering a more friendship-focused narrative.
- cute and lighthearted
- simple villains
- secrecy concerns
- focused on friendship
- mixed adult reactions
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What's the Story?
Peter Parker (Benjamin Valic), Gwen Stacy (Lily Sanfelippo), and Miles Morales (Jakari Fraser) are friends. They like hanging out together, doing fun things like eating ice cream and playing video games, but they've also got a secret: they're superheroes known as the Spidey Team, aka MARVEL'S SPIDEY AND HIS AMAZING FRIENDS. Together they keep their city safe from criminals like Doc Ock and Rhino, always making it home to Aunt May just in the nick of time.
Is It Any Good?
This series aimed at preschoolers is cute, action-packed, and a little weird. Working from the multiverse concept set forth in the animated films starring Miles Morales, Marvel's Spidey and His Amazing Friends posits that three versions of Spider-Men work together in the same timeline; also, they're little kids. Parents may scoff at the unexplained premise, but young viewers won't care as long as they get to see their favorite Marvel characters in a relatively age-appropriate vehicle. The messages aren't too bad, either (beyond the overarching issue of pushing Marvel characters to the youngest possible audience) -- Black Panther praises the Spideys for being a great team, and calls out the need for patience. Problem solving skills are promoted, and the team is always working toward the greater good, just like their grown-up counterparts.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about superheroes. Why do you think they are such a popular type of character? Would you like to be a superhero? What would be fun about it? What would be less fun?
How does the Spidey Team use teamwork to help achieve their goals? Why do you think teamwork is an important character strength?
Have you ever had to solve a mystery (even a small one, like where you left your sweater or water bottle)? What steps did you take to figure it out?
TV Details
- Premiere date : August 6, 2021
- Cast : Benjamin Valic , Jakari Fraser
- Network : Disney Junior
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Superheroes , Adventures
- TV rating :
- Last updated : June 30, 2026
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