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The Magic School Bus

1994·Show
52Episodes in4Seasons·TV-Y
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8Metacritic–8.8
Episodes
IMDb7.8Metacritic–8.8
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Light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Nostalgia9

Humor

Some slapstick and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy7
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Absurdist Humor6

World

Kept in the background

  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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

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Episode ratings

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About

Seat belts, everyone!

An eccentric schoolteacher takes her class on wondrous educational field trips with the help of a magical school bus.
Educational Science AdventureNostalgic Childhood IconWholesome Family FunCuriosity-Driven NarrativeExuberant Character DynamicsAccessible STEM ConceptsComforting Routine StructurePlayful AnthropomorphismOptimistic WorldviewClassic Saturday Morning Vibe

Crew

Directed by:
Charles E. Bastien
Written by:
Jocelyn Stevenson, George Arthur Bloom, Brian Meehl
Produced by:
Vince Commisso

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Magic School Bus

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Magic School Bus legally?

NetflixPrimeParamount+PeacockThe RokuNetflix KidsPeacock Premium+Tubi TV

The Magic School Bus is included with a subscription to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+, and Peacock in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV and Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Magic School Bus worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Magic School Bus rated?

TV-Y

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

How many seasons does The Magic School Bus have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 52 episodes of about 25 minutes each.

When did The Magic School Bus air?

It ran from 1994 to 1997 and has ended.

What language is The Magic School Bus in?

English

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

In how many countries can I watch The Magic School Bus?

5AUCANLNZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Magic School Bus in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Magic School Bus use?

Vocal EvolutionSarcasm-BlindTime TravelSpectacular SpinningDeadpan SnarkerAttack of the 50-Foot WhateverInsect QueenAnd Knowing Is Half the BattleHair Color DissonanceAscended ExtraCalling Your NauseaCourtroom Episodeand 243 more

TV Tropes lists 255 storytelling tropes for The Magic School Bus, including Vocal Evolution, Sarcasm-Blind, Time Travel.