We adults may always be looking for new shows to binge on Netflix, but our kids are usually the exact opposite: they'll sit contently in front of the same 20-minute episode of a show 300 times before even realising that they maybe want to tune into something else. To prevent you from going crazy (you're welcome) and to provide your kid with a new world full of exciting characters to jump into, we've compiled a list of the best animated shows on Netflix [1].
Whether you're looking for something for your child to watch after school, something to teach your toddler words, or something with a ton of seasons so you can get some well-deserved me-time while they devour episode after episode, there's something on this list for every young kid.
Scroll through for 37 animated shows your child can binge (responsibly) on Netflix (and if they're in it for the long-haul, here are all the kids' movies streaming on Netflix in 2018 [2]).
The Boss Baby: Back in Business
Netflix Description: "The Boss Baby brings his big brother Tim to the office to teach him the art of business in this animated series sprung from the hit film."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 1
Watch it on Netflix here! [4]
Hotel Transylvania
Netflix Description: "Mavis needs to get the human out of the hotel or Aunt Lydia's going to freak out! While rifling through the attic, Mavis finds her old Debbie doll."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 6+
Number of Seasons: 1
Watch it on Netflix here! [5]
Trolls: The Beat Goes On!
Netflix Description: "As Queen Poppy welcomes a new time of peace in Troll Village with parties, sports, and holiday celebrations, Branch tries to be more fun-loving."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 5+
Number of Seasons: 3
Watch it on Netflix here! [6]
The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants
Netflix Description: "Fourth-grade friends George and Harold have a shared love of pranks and comic books — and turning their principal into an undies-wearing superhero."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 6+
Number of Seasons: 1
Watch it on Netflix here! [7]
Llama Llama
Netflix Description: "Beloved children's book character Llama Llama springs to life in this heartwarming series about family, friendship, and learning new things."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: All ages
Number of Seasons: 1
Watch it on Netflix here! [8]
All Hail King Julien
Netflix Description: "In this Emmy winner for outstanding children's animated program, Madagascar booty-shaker King Julien takes on the jungle's craziest adventures."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 5
Watch it on Netflix here! [9]
DreamWorks Dragons: Race to the Edge
Netflix Description: "From the creators of "How to Train Your Dragon" comes a new series that takes Hiccup and Toothless to the edge of adventure."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 6
Watch it on Netflix here! [10]
Inspector Gadget
Netflix Description: "Inspector Gadget is back and must face his old enemy, the evil Dr. Claw, who has reactivated MAD, his global crime syndicate."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 5+
Number of Seasons: 4
Watch it on Netflix here! [11]
Dawn of the Croods
Netflix Description: "The world's first family is back for more laughs as they discover sports, sleepovers, and other wonders in a world of exotic creatures and adventures."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 6+
Number of Seasons: 4
Watch it on Netflix here! [12]
The Adventures of Puss in Boots
Netflix Description: "The world's greatest feline fighter, lover, and milk connoisseur takes on daring adventures in exotic locations in this family-friendly comedy series."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 6
Watch it on Netflix here! [13]
Dinotrux Supercharged
Netflix Description: "Amped up with powers that make them faster, stronger, and more agile than ever, the Dinotrux are back to face new challenges and meet new friends."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 3
Watch it on Netflix here! [14]
Home: Adventures with Tip & Oh
Netflix Description: "A misfit alien named Oh moves in with Tip and her family, in a series that picks up the dynamic duo's adventures where the hit film left off."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 4
Watch it on Netflix here! [15]
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Netflix Description: "Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and their fellow Jedi knights help the Republic battle Separatist enemies who are vying for control of the galaxy."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 6
Watch it on Netflix here! [16]
Spy Kids: Mission Critical
Netflix Description: "In this animated spinoff series, Juni and Carmen Cortez must battle the evil organisation S.W.A.M.P. — without the help of their super-spy parents."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 1
Watch it on Netflix here! [17]
Voltron: Legendary Defender
Netflix Description: "In an all-new series, five unlikely heroes and their flying robot lions unite to form the megapowerful Voltron and defend the universe from evil."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 8+
Number of Seasons: 7
Watch it on Netflix here! [18]
The Magic School Bus Rides Again
Netflix Description: "Ms. Frizzle's kid sister Fiona takes the wheel at Walkerville Elementary, leading the class on wild adventures packed with science-fuelled fun."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 5+
Number of Seasons: 2
Watch it on Netflix here! [19]
Beat Bugs
Netflix Description: "With songs made famous by the Beatles, five friendly bugs learn big lessons about the world around them — all from the safety of their own backyard."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 3+
Number of Seasons: 2
Watch it on Netflix here! [20]
The Hollow
Netflix Description: "Three teens join forces to find a way home after waking up in a strange realm filled with magic portals, perplexing puzzles, and vicious beasts."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 9+
Number of Seasons: 1
Watch it on Netflix here! [21]
Popples
Netflix Description: "The adorable Best Popple Pals love helping their friends and neighbours, but every time they do it seems to backfire in hilarious ways."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: All ages
Number of Seasons: 3
Watch it on Netflix here! [22]
Sofia the First
Netflix Description: "When her commoner mother marries the king, average-girl Sofia finds that being a real princess isn't all it's cracked up to be."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: All ages
Number of Seasons: 3
Watch it on Netflix here! [23]
Treehouse Detectives
Netflix Description: "When their animal friends need help, brother-and-sister team Toby and Teri use the clues and follow the facts to solve mysteries in their own backyard."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: All ages
Number of Seasons: 1
Watch it on Netflix here! [24]
Cupcake & Dino - General Services
Netflix Description: "An enterprising cupcake and his cheerful dinosaur brother take on jobs of all sorts as they work to help friends and strangers in their eccentric city."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 6+
Number of Seasons: 1
Watch it on Netflix here! [25]
True: Magical Friends
Netflix Description: "The power of friendship can solve any problem — and the Rainbow Kingdom's got plenty to go around. Cue Bartleby and True for the rescue!"
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 4+
Number of Seasons: 1
Watch it on Netflix here! [26]
Skylanders Academy
Netflix Description: "Travel the vast Skylander universe in this animated series as a ragtag group of academy graduates build trust and heart in their fight against evil."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 6+
Number of Seasons: 2
Watch it on Netflix here! [27]
Stretch Armstrong & the Flex Fighters
Netflix Description: "Jake Armstrong and his best friends are unexpectedly transformed into superheroes who learn to reach far beyond the limits of any ordinary teenager."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 1 (season 2 coming Sept. 7, 2018)
Watch it on Netflix here! [28]
The Mr. Peabody & Sherman Show
Netflix Description: "Mr. Peabody and Sherman host a zany late-night comedy show from a swanky penthouse, with time-travelling historical figures and a live audience."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 4
Watch it on Netflix here! [29]
Word Party
Netflix Description: "Meet Bailey, Franny, Kip and Lulu. They're adorable baby animals, and they want you to join the party and help them learn!"
Ages It's Best-Suited For: All ages
Number of Seasons: 3
Watch it on Netflix here! [30]
True: Wonderful Wishes
Netflix Description: "Do-gooding True and Bartleby will go anywhere to make wishes come true -- from the bottom of the Living Sea to the tip of Mount Tippy Tippy Top!"
Ages It's Best-Suited For: All ages
Number of Seasons: 1
Watch it on Netflix here! [31]
Trollhunters: Tales of Arcadia
Netflix Description: "After uncovering a mysterious amulet, an average teen assumes an unlikely destiny and sets out to save two worlds. Created by Guillermo del Toro."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 8+
Number of Seasons: 3
Watch it on Netflix here! [32]
Super Monsters
Netflix Description: "Preschool kids whose parents are the world's most famous monsters try to master their special powers while preparing for kindergarten."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: All ages
Number of Seasons: 1
Watch it on Netflix here! [33]
Ask the StoryBots
Netflix Description: "Five curious little creatures track down the answers to kids' biggest questions, like how night happens or why we need to brush our teeth."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 3+
Number of Seasons: 2
Watch it on Netflix here! [34]
Puffin Rock
Netflix Description: "Life is sweet on beautiful Puffin Rock, where puffling Oona, her baby brother Baba and their pals learn about nature, friendship and family."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: All ages
Number of Seasons: 2
Watch it on Netflix here! [35]
Turbo FAST
Netflix Description: "Join Turbo and his posse, the Fast Action Stunt Team. Filled with comedy, action and fun, this series amps it up to the extreme."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 6+
Number of Seasons: 3
Watch it on Netflix here! [36]
Luna Petunia
Netflix Description: "With help from her magic toy chest, fun-loving Luna Petunia enters the fantastic land of Amazia, where adventures, friendship and learning await."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: All ages
Number of Seasons: 3
Watch it on Netflix here! [37]
Harvey Street Kids
Netflix Description: "Kids rule in a place called Harvey Street, where a trio of girls right wrongs, ice cream is always an option, and every day feels like Saturday."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 1
Watch it on Netflix here! [38]
Kong: King of the Apes
Netflix Description: "In 2050, an evil scientist is about to unleash an army of robotic dinosaurs. Now it's up to Kong and friends to fight back and save the day."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 2
Watch it on Netflix here! [39]
Spirit Riding Free
Netflix Description: "In a small Western town, spunky ex-city girl Lucky forms a tight bond with wild horse Spirit while having adventures with best pals Pru and Abigail."
Ages It's Best-Suited For: 7+
Number of Seasons: 6
Watch it on Netflix here! [40]