Just Add Magic (2016) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Name: Just Add Magic
Rating: 7.7

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Kelly Quinn and her two BFF's, Darbie and Hannah, stumble upon her grandmother's mysterious cookbook in the attic and discover some far from ordinary recipes. When the Shut'em Up Shortcake silences Kelly's pesky little brother and the Healing Hazelnut Tart heals Darbie's ankle, the girls discover they have the power of magic.

TV-Y7-FV • 2016 • 3 seasons

7.7

Average rating by Bontent members

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Just Add Magic is about Kelly Quinn and her two BFF's, Darbie and Hannah, stumble upon her grandmother's mysterious cookbook in the attic and discover some far from ordinary recipes. When the Shut'em Up Shortcake silences Kelly's pesky little brother and...

Cast

Olivia Sanabia

Abby Donnelly

Aubrey K. Miller

Dee Wallace

Amy Hill

Catia Ojeda

Andrew Burlinson

Ellen Karsten

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Is Just Add Magic appropriate for kids?

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Substances None 0/10

Language Mild 2/10

Sex/Nudity Mild 2/10

Violence/Gore Intense 8/10

Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Just Add Magic

No sexual content or nudity is present in this season. The interactions between the young characters are strictly platonic, though very mild crush-related jokes or harmless flirtations may occur during social interactions. The show maintains a wholesome tone centered on friendship and team-based adventure.

Violence and gore in Just Add Magic

Frequent stylized action with fights, chases, weapons, powers, crashes, explosions, and peril. Injuries are non-graphic.

Language in Just Add Magic

No strong language; mild insults, taunts, threats, and urgent action dialogue may occur.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Just Add Magic

The series focuses on young teenagers solving mysteries, and no prominent substance use or illegal drugs are shown throughout the season. Characters are occasionally seen in a cafe or kitchen setting where only common food and non-alcoholic beverages are consumed. The dialogue remains age-appropriate for a youth audience, focusing on problem-solving and magical consequences.

Mature themes in Just Add Magic

Mild-to-moderate themes of courage, teamwork, responsibility, loyalty, fear, rivalry, justice, and using power wisely.

Scary moments in Just Add Magic

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Just Add Magic yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Is Just Add Magic appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Just Add Magic is best for ages 8+. It's rated TV-Y7-FV. Just Add Magic is about Kelly Quinn and her two BFF's, Darbie and Hannah, stumble upon her grandmother's mysterious cookbook in the attic and discover some far from ordinary recipes. When the Shut'em Up Shortcake…

What age rating does Just Add Magic have?

Just Add Magic is rated TV-Y7-FV. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.

What is Just Add Magic about?

How many seasons does Just Add Magic have?

Just Add Magic has 3 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Just Add Magic?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Just Add Magic.

How violent is Just Add Magic?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Just Add Magic per our reviewers.

Is the language in Just Add Magic appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Just Add Magic.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Just Add Magic?