Sid the Science Kid

2008·Show
67Episodes in2Seasons·TV-Y
59
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes80%–

Where to watch

PrimePBS Kids

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Sid the Science Kid fingerprint

Emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

  • Wholesome10
  • Hopefulness9
  • Wonder8

Humor

Some situational comedy and slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Physical Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay4

World

Everyday modern life

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Visual Stylization7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

Family Movie NightKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in Friendly

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About

Sid is an "inquisitive youngster" who uses comedy to tackle questions kids have about basic scientific principles and why things work the way they do.
Children's EducationalCGI AnimationScience ExplorationInquiry-Based LearningPreschooler FriendlyWholesome & EngagingCurious ProtagonistEarly STEM ConceptsPositive Values

Crew

Written by:
Bradley Zweig
Produced by:
Chris Plourde

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Sid the Science Kid

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Sid the Science Kid legally?

PrimePBS Kids

Sid the Science Kid is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Sid the Science Kid worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 5.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Sid the Science Kid rated?

TV-Y

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

How many seasons does Sid the Science Kid have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 67 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Sid the Science Kid?

Critics80
Audiences56

Not quite. Critics rate Sid the Science Kid higher (80) than audiences (56). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did Sid the Science Kid air?

It ran from 2008 to 2012 and has ended.

What language is Sid the Science Kid in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Sid the Science Kid?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Sid the Science Kid in 25 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Sid the Science Kid use?

O.O.C. Is Serious BusinessThe TalkArchive BingePrimal FearRunning GagYou Remind Me of XKindhearted Cat LoverHigh-Five Left HangingBecause I Said SoFourth Wall GreetingHalloween EpisodeHiroshima as a Unit of Measureand 76 more

TV Tropes lists 88 storytelling tropes for Sid the Science Kid, including O.O.C. Is Serious Business, The Talk, Archive Binge.

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