Shows Like The Magic School Bus

If you liked The Magic School Bus (1994), a animation and sci-fi & fantasy series, here are 20 shows with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.

1
The Busy World of Richard Scarry (1994)
★ 7.5/10Also animation and kids
Busytown is an enchanting place that's abuzz with energy and life. Young audiences are invited to sing and laugh along as Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm, and other beloved characters from acclaimed author Richard Scarry make…
2
Disney's Adventures of the Gummi Bears (1985)
★ 7.5/10Also animation and family
Join the world’s sweetest heroes for high adventure in a mystical land of giants and wizards, ogres and dragons, and wondrous creatures both good and evil. Meet Gruffi, Zummi, Cubbi, Grammi, Tummi, Sunni, and all the…
3
Captain Planet and the Planeteers (1990)
★ 7/10Also animation and action & adventure
Eco-villains beware: Captain Planet is here to save the day! With the guidance of Gaia, five Planeteers - representing Earth, Fire, Water, Wind and Heart - come together to defend our planet from environmental…
4
Cyberchase (2002)
★ 7.6/10Also animation and kids
The series takes place in Cyberspace, a virtual world, and chronicles the adventures of three children, Jackie, Inez, and Matt, as they use math and problem solving skills to save Cyberspace and its leader…
5
Arthur (1996)
★ 7/10Also animation and kids
The show revolves around the lives of 8-year-old Arthur Read, an anthropomorphic aardvark, his friends and family, and their daily interactions with each other.
6
Silver Surfer (1998)
★ 7.4/10Also animation and action & adventure
The adventures of the cosmic wanderer as he seeks his lost home after rebelling from his master.
7
Unicorn Academy (2023)
★ 8/10Also animation and kids
When a dark force threatens to destroy Unicorn Island, a brave teen and her five schoolmates must rise up to protect their beloved magical academy.
8
The Wild Thornberrys (1998)
★ 7/10Also animation and action & adventure
Travel the world with the Thornberrys and come face-to-face with blue sheep in Nepal, emus in Australia, marmots in Pakistan, flash floods in Siberia, Egyptian burial chambers, a runaway hot air balloon, a rock slide…
9
I Am Groot (2022)
★ 7/10Also animation and family
There's no guarding the galaxy from this mischievous toddler! Get ready as Baby Groot takes center stage in his very own collection of shorts, exploring his glory days growing up and getting into trouble among the stars.
10
Little Bear (1995)
★ 7/10Also animation and kids
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…
11
LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures (2016)
★ 6.9/10Also animation and family
Set between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, The Freemaker Adventures centers on a family of three young siblings—young boy Rowan, his sister Kordi, and their brother Zander—known as the Freemakers, who…
12
The Boss Baby: Back in Business (2018)
★ 7.1/10Also animation and action & adventure
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.
13
Dinosaur Train (2009)
★ 6.4/10Also animation and kids
Join Buddy, a Tyrannosaurus Rex, and his adoptive Pteranodon family on a whimsical voyage through prehistoric jungles, swamps, volcanoes and oceans, as they unearth basic concepts in life science, natural history and…
14
Harvey Beaks (2015)
★ 6.3/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
A mild-mannered young bird and his best friends, a pair of rambunctious siblings called Fee and Foo, seek adventure and mischief in the magical forest that they call home.
15
Hey Duggee (2014)
★ 8.3/10Also animation and kids
Animated preschool series about a clubhouse that is run by a big dog called Duggee.
16
The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack (2008)
★ 8/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
A young boy who grew up inside a talking whale sets sail for magical Candied Island, accompanied by Capt. K'nuckles, a crusty old pirate.
17
The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius (2002)
★ 7.4/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
Jimmy Neutron is the smartest kid in town. As a genius, Jimmy thinks most things can be solved with the invention of a new gizmo. But Jimmy usually takes the easy way out, and his backfiring gadgets result in comedic…
18
Pucca (2006)
★ 8.2/10Also animation and sci-fi & fantasy
"Pucca" is a TV series based on a Flash animation series published by Vooz Character Systems. It follows the trails and exploits of a South Korean girl named Pucca who is insanely in love with a prideful ninja named…
19
Green Eggs and Ham (2019)
★ 8/10Also kids and family
Guy-Am-I, an inventor, and his friend Sam-I-Am go on a cross-country trip that would test the limits of their friendship. As they learn to try new things, they find out what adventure brings.
20
The Boss Baby: Back in the Crib (2022)
★ 7.4/10Also animation and family
Framed for a corporate crime, an adult Ted Templeton turns back into the Boss Baby to live undercover with his brother, Tim, posing as one of his kids.