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By Diondra K. Brown
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Fairly OddParents comes alive in fresh, live-action series.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 7+?
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The Fairly OddParents: Fairly Odder
What's the Story?
THE FAIRLY ODDPARENTS: FAIRLY ODDER introduces viewers to 13-year old Vivan "Viv" Turner, Timmy Turner's cousin. When her father, Ty, unexpectedly marries his high school sweetheart, her life is turned upside down as she's forced to move to Dimmsdale and met her stepmother and 13-year old stepbrother, Roy. Knowing his socially awkward cousin is in need of help, Timmy gifts his Fairy Godparents, Wanda and Cosmo, to Viv before he heads off to college. The pair is unexpectedly seen by Roy, prompting her to have to share their powers with him. Will the two be able to get along, or will their wishes be in constant conflict?
Is It Any Good?
A family-friendly show with eccentric comedy and a meaningful nod to the original comedy series. Viewers will be taken on a familiar fantasy ride with The Fairly OddParents: Fairly Odder as they see the repercussions of the character's wishes, teaching an important life lesson. One downfall is that the show lacks diversity and sometimes skims over important topics related to family dynamics.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how the show is similar and different from The Fairly OddParents. What was more possible in the animated series? What is more relatable in the live-action series?
If Cosmo and Wanda were your Fairy Godparents, what would you wish for? Why? Would you show them to anyone else, or follow the rule of secrecy?
Do you think Viv and Roy will ever wish for the same thing? What might they wish for together?
Do you think Timmy misses Wanda and Cosmo while he's away at college? Why?
TV Details
- Premiere date : April 1, 2022
- Cast : Audrey Grace , Tyler Wladis , Laura Bell Bundy
- Network : Paramount+
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Family Stories ( Siblings )
- TV rating :
- Award : Kids' Choice Award
- Last updated : December 10, 2025
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