Common Sense Media Review
By Joly Herman
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Maggie the fly rocks out in her own fly way.
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Why Age 5+?
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Based on 1 parent review
Based on 13 kid reviews
Kids say that this show has garnered a divide in opinion; while many celebrate its creativity and ability to resonate with pre-teen experiences, others criticize its animation quality and character portrayal. Despite its charm and relatable themes, some viewers find it annoying and reminiscent of worse shows, suggesting that it may be best suited for younger audiences.
- mixed opinions
- creative themes
- animation criticism
- best for kids
- cancelation disappointment
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What's the Story?
THE BUZZ ON MAGGIE follows the fun-filled insect world of a sassy fly named Maggie and her friends. The show's plotlines are complete with jokes about flies barfing and beetles being nerdy, ladybugs being beyond reproach, and all of the puns that go with the buggy theme.
Is It Any Good?
Kids are going to love Maggie's insect world, and even parents might find this cartoon amusing. As a character, Maggie can be temperamental and moody, while her older brother can be a bully. These traits are side notes to the decent plot line put forth by the writers of the program; however, the assumption that sassy behavior is the norm for pre-teen flies may be something else to watch out for.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how Maggie's world is similar to and different from the human world.
TV Details
- Premiere date : June 7, 2005
- Cast : Cree Summer , Jessica Di Cicco , Tara Strong
- Network : Disney Channel
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Adventures , Animals ( Wild Animals )
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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