Big Hero 6 The Series – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Big Hero 6 The Series

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show2017

76%

WISE Score

Hiro and Baymax return for more tech-powered superhero adventures—it's solid Disney TV fare, just don't expect movie-level magic.

Big Hero 6 The Series

show

TV-Y7, 2017

76%

WISE Score

Hiro and Baymax return for more tech-powered superhero adventures—it's solid Disney TV fare, just don't expect movie-level magic.

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Screenwise Verdict

This is what you get when Disney stretches a beloved movie into a TV series—it's perfectly fine, kids will enjoy it, but temper expectations.

The good news: it maintains the heart of the original with Hiro and Baymax's friendship, adds positive STEM messaging, and provides safe, age-appropriate superhero action. Your 7-year-old who's obsessed with the movie will be thrilled to have more content.

The reality check: it's standard Disney Channel fare with simpler animation, more predictable plots, and that episodic TV rhythm that can feel repetitive. The IMDb 7.2 rating tells the story—it's decent, not exceptional. Think of it as comfort food rather than a gourmet meal.

If your kid loved Big Hero 6 and you need something safe to put on, this delivers. Just don't expect the emotional depth or visual polish of the film.

Age Fit

Best for ages 6-11 who enjoyed the original movie and want more adventures with these characters. The episodic format and slightly younger tone make it less appealing for tweens and teens, though nostalgia might keep some older kids watching.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

Models strong friendship, teamwork, and compassion through Hiro and Baymax's relationship. The series emphasizes using intelligence and technology for good, helping others, and working together as a team. Baymax's caring nature and the group's cooperative problem-solving provide positive role models. Pacing is appropriate for the target age group without being overly chaotic.

Imaginative

The San Fransokyo setting blends Eastern and Western aesthetics creatively, and the show explores inventive uses of technology and robotics. Each episode features different scientifically-enhanced villains and tech solutions, encouraging interest in STEM concepts. However, as a TV series spin-off, it follows more formulaic patterns than the original film and doesn't break significant new ground in storytelling.

Safe

Common Sense Media rates it for age 7, indicating age-appropriate action and conflict. As a Disney+ series with kids mode available, it's designed for family viewing. Action sequences involve superhero-style battles with tech gadgets but no graphic violence, gore, or mature content. The 'scientifically enhanced villains' premise keeps threats in the realm of comic-book style conflict rather than realistic danger.

Enriching

Promotes STEM interest through tech genius protagonist and creative problem-solving with robotics and engineering. Shows academic challenges and perseverance as Hiro navigates being younger than his peers at university. Themes of friendship, responsibility, and using skills to help others provide meaningful lessons. However, as episodic TV, depth is limited compared to feature films, and entertainment value can be repetitive.

Parent Info

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Why It Might Be Great

Extends the beloved movie characters and world for kids who weren't ready to say goodbye
Actually promotes STEM concepts and shows a kid excelling academically as cool and heroic
Baymax remains the ultimate compassionate robot friend, modeling empathy and care
Action stays firmly in comic-book territory—exciting without being scary for younger viewers
Teamwork and friendship are central to every episode's resolution

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What to Watch For

It's a TV series spin-off, which means expect more formulaic plots and lower animation quality than the film
Some kids might find the episodic villain-of-the-week format repetitive after a while
Action sequences involve superhero battles that might be too intense for very sensitive kids under 6
If your kid didn't connect with the movie, this won't change their mind

Conversation Starters

"Hiro's the youngest kid at his college—how do you think that feels? What would be hard about it?"
"What kind of invention would you create if you had Hiro's lab?"
"Baymax is programmed to care for people—what do you think makes someone a good friend in real life?"
"The team uses science to solve problems instead of just fighting—can you think of a time when being smart solved a problem better than being strong?"

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