Super Why! (2007)
The beloved PBS animated series that turns fairy tales into reading adventures for young children, created by Angela Santomero.
Super Why! - Series Information
- Original Title: Super Why!
- First Air Year: 2007
- Last Air Year: 2016
- Created by: Angela Santomero
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Family, Kids
- Content Rating (US): TV-Y
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (26 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 6
- Number of Episodes: 148
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 3, 2007 (United States - TV-Y), September 3, 2007 (Canada - C), September 3, 2007 (Germany - 6), September 3, 2007 (India - U), September 3, 2007 (Brazil - L), September 3, 2007 (Mexico - AA), September 3, 2007 (Italy - T), September 3, 2007 (South Korea - ALL)
- Networks: PBS
- Alternative Titles: 슈퍼와이 (KR), ซูปเปอร์วาย ตะลุยนิทานอ่านสนุก (TH)
- Production Companies: Out of the Blue Enterprises
- Production Countries: Canada, United States of America
Super Why! - Plot
Super Why! or The Reading Adventures of Super Why! is a CGI animated show developed by Angela C. Santomero and Samantha Freeman Alpert. The TV series is produced by New York City-based Out of the Blue Enterprises and Toronto-based DHX Media through its Decode Entertainment division. The show debuted on PBS stations on September 3, 2007. The series airs on PBS Kids and PBS Kids Sprout in the USA, Kids' CBC in Canada. Thai PBS from Thailand broadcasts the shortened version, the episodes are 5 years behind the U.S.
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Super Why! - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Angela Santomero
Main Cast
- Tajja Isen
- Nicholas Castel Vanderburgh
- Siera Florindo
- Zachary Bloch
- Joanne Vannicola
- Johnny Orlando
- T.J. McGibbon
- Samuel Faraci
- Graeme Jokic
- Samantha Weinstein
Super Why! - FAQs
What is Super Why! about?
Super Why! follows Whyatt and his friends — the Super Readers — who leap into classic fairy tales and storybooks to solve real-world problems using literacy superpowers. Each episode teaches reading skills like letter recognition, spelling, and comprehension through interactive, adventure-driven storytelling aimed at young children.
Where can you stream Super Why! online?
Super Why! is available to stream on YouTube TV and the PBS Kids Amazon Channel. You can also purchase or rent episodes on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Free viewing is available through Spectrum On Demand.
Who created Super Why! and when did it premiere?
Super Why! was created by Angela Santomero, the educator and children's media pioneer also known for co-creating Blue's Clues. The series made its debut on PBS stations across the United States on September 3, 2007, and went on to run for six seasons through 2016.
How many seasons and episodes does Super Why! have?
Super Why! ran for 6 seasons with a total of 148 episodes, plus 2 special episodes. Season 1 was the longest with 65 episodes, while later seasons were shorter. The series concluded in 2016 after nearly a decade on PBS Kids.
Is Super Why! appropriate for very young children?
Absolutely. Super Why! carries a TV-Y rating, meaning it's designed for all children, including the very youngest viewers. The show's gentle pace, bright visuals, and interactive literacy focus make it a go-to choice for parents of toddlers and preschoolers looking for genuinely educational screen time.
Who are the main voice actors in Super Why!?
The main cast includes Tajja Isen as Princess Pea, Nicholas Castel Vanderburgh as Whyatt/Super Why, Siera Florindo as Wonder Red, Zachary Bloch as Alpha Pig, and Joanne Vannicola as Woofster. Johnny Orlando and T.J. McGibbon also voiced key characters across the series' run.
What makes Super Why! different from other kids' shows?
Super Why! stands out by weaving literacy education directly into its storytelling. Rather than simply entertaining, each episode actively invites children to participate — spelling words, identifying letters, and choosing story outcomes. The fairy tale settings give familiar stories a fresh, empowering twist that keeps young viewers engaged.
What shows are similar to Super Why!?
Fans of Super Why! tend to enjoy Peg + Cat, Charlie and Lola, Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!, and The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! — all of which blend gentle storytelling with educational themes. Pocoyo and Franklin are also popular picks for the same preschool audience.
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