Parents' Guide to

Rainbow Butterfly Unicorn Kitty

By Emily Ashby, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 6+

Spirited feline's so-so adventures celebrate uniqueness.

TV Nickelodeon Kids' Animation 2019
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age 6+

Based on 4 parent reviews

Destinyinhim
Destinyinhim Adult
November 11, 2021
age 10+

Unnecessary grown up humor

Once I heard "Let's go kick some Asteroid" from one of the characters I knew this probably wasn't the show for my 5 year old. I'll stick with the OG Unikitty.
T J.
T J. Adult
September 6, 2019
age 4+
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What's the Story?

RAINBOW BUTTERFLY UNICORN KITTY follows the adventures of a hybrid cat named Felicity (voiced by Allegra Clark) who uses her unique and magical abilities to explore her fairy tale home of Mythlandia with her friends. When the place you call home is a land of mythical creatures and magical folks, there's no telling what each day will hold, but gregarious Felicity and her best canine friend, Miguel (Arturo Sandoval), meet every new experience with an abundance of excitement.

Is It Any Good?

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Parents say (4):
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The technicolor conglomerate of characters and scenery that awaits first-time viewers is a fairly accurate commentary on the show's overall content. Rainbow Butterfly Unicorn Kitty is so flashy and awash in the full-spectrum visual stimulation that one has to wonder if it's meant to disguise the vacuum of quality content within. Felicity's adventures with her friends are fun and imaginative, but they're not particularly clever, engaging, or instructive.

That said, it's always refreshing to see a character who defies the norms as Felicity's four-in-one nature does, and it challenges viewers' perception of the very existence of "normal" itself. She's a model of self-acceptance and of doing your best with your unique qualities. Even without the kind of magical abilities Felicity has, kids can relate these messages to their own experiences (possibly with some guidance from parents) and better identify what makes them special as well.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about what makes Felicity unique. How does she use what makes her special to help her friends and better enjoy their company in Rainbow Butterfly Unicorn Kitty? What other character strengths do you see in her and her friends? Kids: What are some of your favorite qualities in yourself? Why is it important to acknowledge your gifts?

  • Kids: Do you like to engage in imaginative play? What characters or creatures do you enjoy pretending to be? What do you learn from playing someone or something else?

  • What examples of friendship stand out in this series? Do any of the characters put limits on their extensions of friendship? How do the characters deal with difficult people and challenging situations? What would you do differently in their positions?

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