Ridley Jones is perfectly fine preschool TV—safe, educational, with positive messages about teamwork and curiosity. Your 4-year-old might genuinely love it, especially if they're into museums or animals.

But let's be real: that 2.0 IMDb rating tells you everything about its broader appeal. This is the kind of show that works when your preschooler needs something gentle and you need 22 minutes of peace, but nobody's going to remember it fondly or quote it at the dinner table.

It's competent, colorful, and completely forgettable—the TV equivalent of a participation trophy. If your kid latches onto it, great. If not, you're not missing anything essential.