The Hoobs (2001) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

The Hoobs is a BAFTA-winning television programme created and produced by The Jim Henson Company and Sesame Workshop. Join Iver, Tula, Groove, and Roma on a friendly, fun-filled, journey as they investigate different worlds and search for answers to everything Hoobs could ever want to know about the universe. “The Hoobs” embraces the power of the question and uses a delightful mix of puppetry, animation, and live-action to help young audiences learn about the world we live in.

TV-Y7 • 2001 • 2 seasons

Age

Hubba Hubba sends some of his Hoobs to Earth so he can learn all about humans and their behaviour.

Cast

Don Austen

John Eccleston

Julie Westwood

Gillie Robic

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Is The Hoobs appropriate for kids?

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Substances None 0/10

Language Moderate 4/10

Sex/Nudity None 0/10

Violence/Gore Intense 8/10

Mature Themes Intense 8/10

Sex and nudity in The Hoobs

This season contains no sexual content, graphic nudity, or suggestive situations. Mild humor regarding innocent crushes or friendly flirtations may be used to drive comedic misunderstandings between characters. The puppet-based designs are modest, and all interactions remain focused on platonic friendship and cooperation.

Violence and gore in The Hoobs

Frequent cartoon slapstick, chases, crashes, pranks, and exaggerated accidents. No realistic injury.

Language in The Hoobs

No strong language; mild insults, teasing, yelling, and comic frustration may occur.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Hoobs

There is no use of illegal drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products depicted in these episodes. The characters focus on educational problems and social dilemmas, ensuring the dialogue remains centered on problem-solving rather than substance references. Occasional slapstick scenarios may involve messy liquids or potions, but these are clearly non-toxic and fantastical in nature.

Mature themes in The Hoobs

Mild themes of friendship, rivalry, honesty, responsibility, teamwork, confidence, consequences, and learning from mistakes.

Scary moments in The Hoobs

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Hoobs 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Hoobs appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Hoobs is best for ages 7+. It's rated TV-Y7. Hubba Hubba sends some of his Hoobs to Earth so he can learn all about humans and their behaviour.

What age rating does The Hoobs have?

The Hoobs is rated TV-Y7. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.

What is The Hoobs about?

Hubba Hubba sends some of his Hoobs to Earth so he can learn all about humans and their behaviour.

How many seasons does The Hoobs have?

The Hoobs has 2 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in The Hoobs?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across The Hoobs.

How violent is The Hoobs?

Violence isn't a standout concern across The Hoobs per our reviewers.

Is the language in The Hoobs appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across The Hoobs.