Disney PlusHamster & Gretel (2022)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.4
Overview
Siblings Gretel and Kevin are to be bestowed super powers by space aliens on their birthdays, but after Kevin's powers accidentally go into Hamster, his pet hamster instead, they form the duo of "Hamster & Gretel". Now Kevin must figure out how to work with both Gretel and Hamster to protect their city from mysterious dangers.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Female Combat: Yes
Overview
Siblings Gretel and Kevin are to be bestowed super powers by space aliens on their birthdays, but after Kevin's powers accidentally go into Hamster, his pet hamster instead, they form the duo of "Hamster & Gretel". Now Kevin must figure out how to work with both Gretel and Hamster to protect their city from mysterious dangers.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Disney PlusApple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The show's core narrative is a standard children's superhero story, focusing on universal themes of good versus evil, responsibility, and teamwork, which are largely apolitical. While it includes modern elements like diversity and female empowerment, these are presented in a generally accepted, non-ideological manner for its target audience.
The movie features a diverse main cast, with the central family being Latino, which contributes to visible representation. The narrative maintains a neutral stance on traditional identities, focusing on lighthearted superhero adventures and family themes without explicit DEI-driven critiques.
Secondary
Hamster & Gretel features openly gay characters, Kevin and Anthony, whose loving relationship is normalized within the narrative. The show also includes a non-binary character, Laurette, whose pronouns are respectfully used. These depictions contribute to an affirming and inclusive portrayal of LGBTQ+ identities, presenting them without conflict or negative stereotypes.
The show features Gretel, a female superhero with super strength, who frequently engages in and wins direct physical confrontations against various male villains. Her victories are achieved through close-quarters combat where she utilizes her enhanced physical abilities.
Hamster & Gretel is an original animated series that premiered in 2022. All characters were created specifically for this show, meaning there is no prior source material, historical record, or previous installments from which character genders could be swapped.
Hamster & Gretel is an original animated series, not an adaptation of pre-existing material. All characters were created for this specific show, meaning there are no prior canonical or historically established characters whose race could have been altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.7
6.1
Critic Ratings
N/A
N/A
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