The Kicks is the media equivalent of a participation trophy—well-intentioned, harmless, and utterly forgettable. It checks all the wholesome boxes: teamwork, friendship, perseverance, positive role models. Great! But it does so with all the creative flair of a paint-by-numbers kit.

The show tackles genuinely relatable tween issues (moving, fitting in, finding your place) in a safe, supportive way. If your kid is going through a move or struggling with team dynamics, this might actually be helpful. The soccer angle could inspire athletic interest, and Devin is a solid role model for leadership without being preachy.

But let's be real: it's 2016 Amazon family content that barely made a cultural ripple. The 6.4 TMDB rating tells you everything—it's not bad, it's just... there. Your kid probably won't complain if it's on, but they also won't be begging for a rewatch. Think of it as the media equivalent of a healthy snack: good for them, but they'd rather have chips.

If you need something genuinely safe for a tween that won't rot their brain, this works. Just don't expect them to be riveted.