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WordWorld

2007·Show
84Episodes in3Seasons·TV-Y
73
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Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle4
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome10
  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy

  • Wit & Wordplay8
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Physical Comedy5

World

Fantasy and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Novelty9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Visual Stylization7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

WordWorld is an Emmy Award-winning children's television series partially funded by the United States Department of Education as part of the Ready to Learn literacy initiative targeted to 3- to 7-year olds. The show airs in 10 languages and 90 countries, including in the United States. The television series, created by Don Moody and Jacqueline Moody, stars Dog and his WordFriends. In each episode, Dog and/or one of his friends embarks on a series of adventures where the only way to save the day is to build or un-build words. The show's novelty is that when a word is built correctly, it morphs into the thing it represents, which gives instant meaning to the word. WordWorld has been translated into popular mobile applications, Internet-based games, magnetic plush and other toys. WordWorld currently airs in 90 countries and 10 languages. It premiered September 3, 2007 on PBS Kids and is currently in its third season, with 84 11-minute episodes. WordWorld currently broadcasts on PBS Kids it is produced for WTTW Chicago.
Educational Children's ShowLiteracy FocusedWord BuildingCGI AnimationFamily-FriendlyWholesome EntertainmentVocabulary DevelopmentPositive Role Models

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about WordWorld

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream WordWorld legally?

WordWorld is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is WordWorld worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is WordWorld rated?

TV-Y

It's rated TV-Y in the United States.

How many seasons does WordWorld have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 84 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

When did WordWorld air?

It ran from 2007 to 2011 and has ended.

What language is WordWorld in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch WordWorld?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for WordWorld in 40 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does WordWorld use?

Share PhraseDisembodied EyebrowsBottle EpisodeInteractive NarratorLiteral MetaphorRain, Rain, Go AwayHiccup HijinksPartially Civilized AnimalFunny AnimalThe Smart GuyPercussive MaintenanceI'm a Humanitarianand 91 more

TV Tropes lists 103 storytelling tropes for WordWorld, including Share Phrase, Disembodied Eyebrows, Bottle Episode.