The show.
Follows a young bear as he goes on exciting adventures in the forest, gets into trouble and learns new things with his friends, including Emily, Duck, Hen, Cat, and Owl. His parents are Mother Bear, who is always there when he needs her, and Father Bear, a fisherman who is often at sea. Based on books by Else Holmelund Minarik.
our take
“Little Bear remains one of the finest examples of slow, imaginative children's television ever produced. Its pacing is genuinely unhurried, with long scenes of conversation and play that mirror how children actually experience the world. The language is rich and literary, and Little Bear's friendships model kindness and creative problem-solving beautifully.”
— Jerrica
How this show scored.
Five categories, weighted by developmental impact. The methodology link opens at the pillar that lagged most relative to its cap.
Streaming on.
Every service currently carrying the show. Streaming data powered by JustWatch.
Paramount+
Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel a solid pick.
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