
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
Set in a magical school, "The Worst Witch" follows Mildred Hubble, a young witch who frequently finds herself in troublesome situations. Despite facing regular mishaps, Mildred often manages to resolve challenges with the help of her friends. The show's narrative focuses on the experience of attending a school for witches, exploring themes common in children's fantasy. It is based on a children's book.
The series ran for four seasons, comprising 52 episodes in total. Its classification as a kids' show, combined with elements of mystery and fantasy, positions it within a genre that typically appeals to younger audiences interested in magic and adventure. The keywords associated with the show, such as "witch," "school of witchcraft," and "magic school," reinforce its core premise.
The reception for "The Worst Witch" is generally positive, with an average vote of 7 out of 10 from 188 TMDB users and a 7.1/10 rating on IMDb based on over 3,500 votes. This indicates a favorable response from viewers who engaged with the program. The series concluded its run, and all four seasons are available.
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You can stream "The Worst Witch" on Amazon Prime Video, or with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free. It is also available to buy as a download on Amazon Video. Previously, all four seasons were available for international streaming on Netflix, with the fourth season released on October 1, 2020.
"The Worst Witch" 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 four seasons of "The Worst Witch", which aired from January 2017 to April 2020.
Reviews for "The Worst Witch" are positive, with Common Sense Media comparing it favorably to *Harry Potter* for being "quirkier" and "less scary," making it suitable for younger children. It has a 100% rating based on five critic reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, and has been described as "sweet, fun, and a little bit goofy" by Decider.