Common Sense Media Review
By Emily Ashby
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Hilarious bear bros. try to fit into tech-heavy human world.
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We Bare Bears
Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 25 parent reviews
Parents say this TV show provides a mix of entertainment for both kids and adults, featuring humor that appeals to a wider range of age groups. However, while some view it as a simple, enjoyable program with light-hearted messages, others caution that it contains references and jokes that may not be suitable for younger children, making it more appropriate for older kids and families.
- audience diversity
- humor appeal
- age suitability
- family viewing
- light-hearted messages
Summarized with AI
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Based on 76 kid reviews
Kids say this show is hilarious and heartwarming, making it a favorite for many, especially among younger audiences. While it offers positive messages and relatable themes about friendship and family, some viewers note that it includes mild suggestive content and humor that may not resonate with very young children.
- funny and cute
- positive messages
- mild suggestive content
- good for ages 6+
- relatable themes
- heartwarming humor
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What's the Story?
WE BARE BEARS follows brothers Grizzly (voiced by Eric Edelstein), Panda (Bobby Moynihan), and Ice Bear (Demetri Martin) as they attempt to assimilate into the people world in the San Francisco area. Following the lead of those they see around them, they spend their time snapping selfies, creating viral videos, and even testing the entrepreneurial waters with a food truck business of their own. But even with the help of their lone human friend, Chloe (Charlyne Yi), the bears find that there's more to being hip than just doing what the next guy does, and they have a lot to learn about blending into the masses.
Is It Any Good?
This cartoon is rich in its simplicity, both visually and with respect to the endearing characters' actions, follies, and lessons learned. With every hilarious mishap that comes from the brothers' attempts to be something they're not (and there are many), they're reminded of the value of being themselves. It's a good thing, too, because try as they might, they never quite manage to get the whole human thing right.
Much credit is due to We Bare Bears' talented voice cast, who assign comically distinct personalities to the bears. There's the ever-optimistic oldest brother, Grizz; chronically insecure Panda; and Ice, whose über-chill demeanor is a good match for his name. A simple plot and basic animation style lay the groundwork for this likable series, but it's the voices that give the bears real pizzazz.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the ups and downs of being a sibling. Kids: Do you usually get along with your brother(s) and/or sister(s)? What kinds of things do you enjoy doing together? What are the more difficult aspects of having siblings? How do the siblings on We Bare Bears get along?
Why do the bears want to be part of a society that's not their natural one? How does it feel to be excluded from something? Why is it important to be mindful in including others in what you're doing?
This show implies that it's simple to generalize about today's society and its population. Are people as easy to stereotype as this? Is it offensive to make this kind of statement about "everyone"? Does the fact that it's made in jest change how it's received?
How do the characters on We Bare Bears demonstrate teamwork? Why is this an important character strength?
TV Details
- Premiere date : July 27, 2015
- Cast : Bobby Moynihan , Demetri Martin , Eric Edelstein
- Network : Cartoon Network
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Family Stories ( Siblings )
- Character Strengths : Teamwork
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- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : December 26, 2025
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