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Popular Mechanics for Kids

1997 – 2001Show4 seasons73 episodes

DocumentaryFamily
84
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.5
84
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.5

Summary

Popular Mechanics for Kids is an educational Canadian television series based on Popular Mechanics magazine. It was notable for starting the careers of both Elisha Cuthbert and Jay Baruchel. The show's purpose was to teach viewers how things work.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skip it if

  • You want dark or edgy material

Where to watch

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Not for tears, brutality or scares.

Shows with

Popular Mechanics for Kids episodes

4 seasons · 73 episodes

  1. S1 E1 Underground, 6.5
  2. S1 E2 Submarines, 7.3
  3. S1 E3 Hollywood FX, 7.5
  4. S1 E4 Zoos, 7.2
  5. S1 E6 Coasters, 8.1
  6. S1 E16 Toys and Games, 7.9
  7. S1 E18 Androids and BOTS, 7.3

Cast

5 of 5 · most episodes first

Facts

September 20, 1997 · February 12, 2001 · Ended

First aired
September 20, 1997
Last aired
February 12, 2001
Status
Ended
Length
4 seasons · 73 episodes
Genres
Documentary, Family, Kids
Original language
English
Made in
Canada
Available in
2 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Popular Mechanics for Kids?"

Questions about Popular Mechanics for Kids

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Popular Mechanics for Kids?

The RokuFawesomeTubi TV

In the United States, Popular Mechanics for Kids is free with ads on The Roku, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is Popular Mechanics for Kids worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84 (IMDb 8.5).

Is Popular Mechanics for Kids okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Popular Mechanics for Kids?

28 h

About 28 hours: 73 episodes in 4 seasons of about 23 minutes each, aired from 1997 to 2001.

Can I half-watch Popular Mechanics for Kids?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Will I feel good after watching Popular Mechanics for Kids?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for wholesome and 8 for hopefulness.