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By Emily Ashby
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Pint-size superhero capers have great messages for kids.
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PJ Masks
Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 119 parent reviews
Parents say the show is a mixed bag, with many praising its ability to engage young children while others express significant concerns about its themes of name-calling, aggression, and the overall message of heroism intertwined with negative behaviors. While some appreciate the lessons of teamwork and courage, many parents report witnessing behavioral issues in their children, prompting them to ban the show due to the influence of the characters' rude language and actions.
- name-calling issues
- potential aggression
- engaging for kids
- mixed messages
- behavioral concerns
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Based on 71 kid reviews
Kids say this show is a popular choice for younger viewers due to its positive themes of teamwork, friendship, and problem-solving, but they also acknowledge that it has its share of criticism regarding repetitive plots and occasional offensive language. While many appreciate its educational value and entertaining aspects, some parents express concern about its portrayal of nighttime escapades and perceived negative behaviors modeled by the characters.
- great messages
- teamwork theme
- repetitive plots
- parental concerns
- entertainment value
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What's the Story?
When the night brings a mystery, three friends jump into their jammies and spring into action as superheroes in PJ MASKS. Connor (voiced by Jacob Ewaniuk), Greg (Kyle Harrison Breitkopf), and Amaya (Addison Holley) use magical amulets to transform into their superhero alter egos -- Catboy, Gekko, and Owlette, respectively. By combining their superpowers and using teamwork, they spoil the plans of villains such as Night Ninja and the mad scientist Romeo (Alex Thorne).
Is It Any Good?
TV superheroes come in all shapes, sizes, and manners of dress, but these three cuties are the first to fight bad guys in their jammies and at the tender age of 5. Though the concept blurs the line between age-appropriate response to crime and what's fun to imagine, it has generally empowering messages for preschoolers and never misses an opportunity to teach a lesson about friendship and cooperation that's easily applicable to kids' experiences.
None of the villains is really scary, and the pint-size naughties deal in nonthreatening crimes, such as stealing kids' toys and turning a remote-control dinosaur on the town. That keeps the mood light and often comical and the stories engaging. PJ Masks is enjoyable enough for parents and tots to watch together, which gives you the opportunity to remind them that sneaking out of the house (even to fight crime) isn't OK in the real world.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about what makes a hero. Do you have to fight crime to be one? Are TV heroes like those in PJ Masks believable? Who in your kids' lives would they consider to be one, and why?
Does individual power ever substitute for cooperation in these heroes' experiences? Is it always easy to work with others? What if you have different ideas about solving the same problem?
Kids: Who are your favorite TV characters? Are any of them the subjects of books as well?
How do the characters in PJ Masks demonstrate teamwork? Why is this an important character strength?
TV Details
- Premiere date : September 18, 2015
- Cast : Jacob Ewaniuk , Addison Holley , Kyle Harrison Breitkopf
- Network : Disney Junior
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Superheroes , Friendship
- Character Strengths : Teamwork
- TV rating :
- Last updated : January 10, 2026
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