The Worst Witch (2017)
Mayhem and mishaps follow young witch Mildred Hubble wherever she goes. She just can't help it! But with her friends' help, Mildred always manages to avoid disaster just in time.
Details
First Air Date
1/11/2017
Last Air Date
4/20/2020
Network
CBBC
Rating
7/10 (188 votes)
Status
Ended
Production Companies
CBBC Productions, ZDF
About The Worst Witch
The 2017 television series "The Worst Witch" reinterprets Jill Murphy's classic children's books, bringing the adventures of Mildred Hubble to a new generation. The show follows Mildred, a young witch whose time at Cackle's Academy is marked by frequent mishaps, even as she navigates friendships and the challenges of magical education. It blends elements of fantasy, mystery, and kid-friendly storytelling.
Over four seasons and 52 episodes, the series explores themes common in children's literature, such as belonging, self-acceptance, and the development of unique abilities. Despite her clumsiness, Mildred often finds herself at the center of school events, relying on her friends to help avert disaster. The show maintains a lighthearted tone, suitable for its target audience.
The series draws on a foundation of familiar fantasy tropes, including a school of witchcraft and magical elements, while centering on the experiences of its young protagonist. Its genre classification as Kids, Mystery, and Sci-Fi & Fantasy positions it within a tradition of magical school narratives. The narrative arc focuses on Mildred's journey as she learns to control her magic and find her place within the magical world.
Why you might be searching for The Worst Witch
People search for "The Worst Witch" due to its origins as a well-known children's book series about a school for witches, featuring the accident-prone Mildred Hubble. Its keywords like "witch," "halloween," "school of witchcraft," and "magic school" reflect its core appeal as a family-friendly fantasy.
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You can stream *The Worst Witch* on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, and the Dove Amazon Channel in the US. In the UK, Ireland, and Germany, it was also available on Netflix after its premiere on CBBC and ZDF.
*The Worst Witch* (2017 TV series) is not based on a true story. It is a fantasy drama children's television series based on the book series of the same name by Jill Murphy.
There are 4 seasons of *The Worst Witch* (2017 TV series), with a total of 52 episodes. Each season consists of 13 episodes.
The first series of *The Worst Witch* has a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on five critic reviews, with an average rating of 8/10. Critics have described it as "sweet, fun, and a little bit goofy" and comparable to *Harry Potter* but "quirkier" and "less scary".