Common Sense Media Review
By Diondra K. Brown
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Rainbow High dolls come to life in animated drama series.
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Rainbow High
Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 24 parent reviews
Parents say that the show offers a colorful and imaginative take on art-focused content, appealing particularly to younger audiences; however, many express concerns over its shallow themes centered around social media validation and insufficient educational value. While some appreciate the positive messages about friendship and creativity, the predominant sentiment reflects disappointment in its focus on superficiality and the promotion of influencer culture, leading some parents to discourage their children from watching it.
- colorfulness
- superficial themes
- social media focus
- positive messages
- parental concerns
- mixed reviews
Summarized with AI
Summarized with AI
Based on 18 kid reviews
What's the Story?
RAINBOW HIGH is about a group of seven friends who are navigating their way through their first year at a competitive visual arts high school. Ruby, Poppy, Sunny, Jade, Skyler, Violet, and Bella must work together by using their individual talents to prepare for the first semester's fashion show, which determines their final grade. School proves to be difficult as they are faced with hazing, boy drama, and difficult class assignments. The rainbow friends think they've found their groove when things suddenly take a turn, and they must welcome someone new to the group.
Is It Any Good?
This colorful series lacks much educational value and puts too much emphasis on consumerism and outward appearance. Children who love the Rainbow High doll collection will enjoy watching this series, but it's a missed opportunity for teaching viewers more about visual arts. Characters often use their skills to attract attention from boys, gain followers and likes on social media, or to avoid doing schoolwork. While the show illustrates the importance of friendship, it also lacks diversity and glorifies cliques.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about shows based on toys. How does Rainbow High compare to the others, like My Little Pony or Transformers shows? Does it make you want to get the Rainbow High characters portrayed in the show?
Who is your favorite Rainbow High character? Why? Get creative and draw or paint their portrait!
The Rainbow High characters have lots of different talents. What are some careers that the characters could pursue based on their love of visual arts?
How do you think Amaya felt when we arrived at Rainbow High? Have you ever been in situation where you had to join a group that already existed? If so, did that make you feel?
TV Details
- Premiere date : October 1, 2020
- Cast : Brittany Lauda , Tara Sands , Anairis Quinones , Laura Megan Stahl
- Networks : Netflix , YouTube
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Arts ( Music and Sing-Along ) , Friendship , School ( High School )
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- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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