The Care Bears

1985·Show
98Episodes in4Seasons·TV-Y
60
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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The Care Bears fingerprint

Big heart, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome10
  • Hopefulness10
  • Nostalgia8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Fantasy and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure5

Style

Standout visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

There's a Care Bear for every feeling!

The Care Bears live in a faraway place up in the clouds called Care-a-Lot. They travel around the world on Missions in Caring, whilst evil villains such as Professor Coldheart and Lord No Heart, try to thwart their plans.
Classic Children's AnimationWholesome & MoralFriendship & EmpathyMagical Fantasy WorldColorful & GentleOptimistic AdventuresEducational ThemesCharacter-Driven SeriesNostalgic Cartoon

Crew

Written by:
John de Klein, Mike Silvani, Peter Sauder
Produced by:
Clive A. Smith, Michael Hirsh, Patrick Loubert

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Care Bears

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Where can I stream The Care Bears legally?

PrimeThe RokuPlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TV

The Care Bears is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Care Bears worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Care Bears rated?

TV-Y

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

How many seasons does The Care Bears have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 98 episodes.

When did The Care Bears air?

It ran from 1985 to 1988 and has ended.

What language is The Care Bears in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Care Bears?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Care Bears in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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