2020
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Ancient Egypt's most famous queen gets zapped 30,000 years into the future to fight space tyrants and, even worse, survive high school.
7.3
7.3View →Cleopatra in Space is a high-energy, visually distinct series that manages to be fun without being mindless. It takes the typical 'teenager in a strange land' trope and gives it enough of a historical and sci-fi twist to feel fresh.
If your kid is into She-Ra, Star Wars: Rebels, or the original graphic novel series, this is an easy win. It’s safe, smart, and doesn't talk down to its audience, making it a solid choice for a weekend binge on Peacock.
Perfect for the 7-12 crowd. It hits that sweet spot of 'older kid' action without the mature themes that would make it inappropriate for elementary students.
The show balances typical teen angst with strong themes of responsibility and leadership. It avoids the mean-spiritedness often found in middle-school dramas and focuses on a supportive friend group.
Blending Ancient Egyptian aesthetics with a high-tech future ruled by talking cats is a top-tier premise. It encourages an interest in both history and sci-fi world-building.
TV-Y7 rating is spot on. Action is largely bloodless sci-fi combat with robots and lasers. No major red flags for the target age group.
While it's not a history lesson, it does explore the weight of expectations and the 'chosen one' trope in a way that encourages self-reflection for kids finding their own path.
Transitioning a beloved graphic novel series to the screen is always a gamble, but Cleopatra in Space sticks the landing by keeping the heart of Mike Maihack's work intact. The show leans heavily into the 'academy' setting, which gives it a familiar structure for kids—even if the school is on a planet ruled by hyper-intelligent cats.
What makes this work better than your average 'hero' show is Cleo's personality. She isn't a perfect, stoic warrior; she's a teenager who misses her home, struggles with algebra, and occasionally lets her impulsivity get the better of her. This makes the stakes feel real even when the sci-fi elements get wacky.
Animation quality in the early 2020s hit a high bar for streaming, and this series benefits from that era's focus on fluid action and vibrant colors. It doesn't feel like a 'budget' kids' show. The voice acting, particularly Lilimar as Cleo, brings a lot of charm to the role.
If you're looking for a show that sparks an interest in history, this isn't exactly a documentary—don't expect your kid to ace a test on the Ptolemaic Kingdom because of it. However, it does make the idea of historical figures feel accessible and 'cool,' which is often the first step toward actual curiosity.
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