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The Bureau of Magical Things

2018 – 2021Show2 seasons40 episodesTV-G

KidsSci-Fi & Fantasy
75
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9Rotten Tomatoes–82%

An awe-inspiring, uplifting kids series about fantasy and growing up.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not for scares, brutality or tears.

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Episodes

2 seasons · 40 episodes · best: S1E20 "End of the Road, Part 2" 8.3

Episodes

7.7
7.4

Story

When ordinary teenager Kyra touches a mysterious book, she is transformed into a Tri-ling-–part-human, part-fairy and part-elf. In addition to acquiring amazing magical powers, Kyra discovers a secret world of magic all around her.

Feels like

  • Teen Fantasy
  • Magical Discovery
  • Wholesome Adventure
  • Secret World
  • Friendship & Teamwork
  • Family-Friendly
  • Coming-of-Age Magic
  • Intriguing Mystery
  • Good vs. Evil

Cast

24 of 29 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Grant Brown
Written by
Chris Anastassiades, Michelle Law, Sam Carroll
Music by
Brett Aplin

Everyone

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Facts

July 8, 2018 · August 8, 2021 · Ended

First aired
July 8, 2018
Last aired
August 8, 2021
Status
Ended
Length
2 seasons · 40 episodes
Age rating
TV-G
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Kids, Comedy, Family, Action & Adventure
Original language
English
Made in
Australia
Available in
129 countries

Tropes

The Team Normal, Karma Houdini, Cosmopolitan Council +9

  • The Team Normal
  • Karma Houdini
  • Cosmopolitan Council
  • Sixth Ranger
  • Creator In-Joke
  • Voluntary Shapeshifting
  • Half-Human Hybrid
  • Reasonable Authority Figure
  • Masquerade
  • Snakes Are Sinister
  • Two-Part Episode
  • Missing Mom

12 of 66 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream The Bureau of Magical Things?"

Questions about The Bureau of Magical Things

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Bureau of Magical Things?

NetflixDove

In the United States, The Bureau of Magical Things streams on Netflix and Dove. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 128 other countries.

Is The Bureau of Magical Things worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75 (IMDb 6.9).

Is The Bureau of Magical Things okay for kids?

TV-G

Yes: it's rated TV-G in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch The Bureau of Magical Things?

15 h

About 15 hours: 40 episodes in 2 seasons of about 22 minutes each, aired from 2018 to 2021.

Will The Bureau of Magical Things make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Will I feel good after watching The Bureau of Magical Things?

BleakHopeful

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

What tropes does The Bureau of Magical Things use?

The Team NormalKarma HoudiniCosmopolitan CouncilSixth RangerCreator In-JokeVoluntary ShapeshiftingHalf-Human HybridReasonable Authority FigureMasqueradeSnakes Are SinisterTwo-Part EpisodeMissing Momand 54 more

TV Tropes lists 66 tropes for it, including The Team Normal, Karma Houdini, and Cosmopolitan Council.