Big Cook Little Cook
Worth a closer look
Ages 3–6First shown 2022
Cooking, songs, silliness and fun with Jen and Small.
Our verdict
- Good influence 5/5
- Parent appeal 4/5
- Well made 2/5
Grating audio
The show is praised for its positive modelling of kitchen safety and tidying habits, and it often holds a nostalgic appeal for parents. However, some viewers find the production quality lacking, citing poor pacing and an irritatingly persistent theme song.
Why these scores
Good influence
Does it show behaviour you'd be happy to see copied?
5out of 5
The series provides excellent practical modelling for young children, specifically regarding kitchen safety and the importance of tidying up after an activity. While there is a isolated complaint about one character's personality being irritating, the majority of commentary highlights the show's success in encouraging helpful habits and curiosity about cooking.
Parent appeal
Will you enjoy watching it with them?
4out of 5
Many adults find the show surprisingly watchable, often due to a sense of nostalgia for the original version or an appreciation for its surreal, humorous tone. While some parents find the format tedious or annoying, there is a significant consensus across several platforms that it remains pleasant company for grown-ups.
Well made
Are the writing, animation and sound made with care?
2out of 5
Reviews for the production are mixed, with some praising the transfixing slapstick comedy and surreal style while others criticize the technical execution. Common complaints include poor pacing, flat vocal performances, and the use of recipes that some viewers feel are impractical or inappropriate for the target age group.
Watch-outs
Overstimulating: not enough data
We haven't found enough independent sources to say yet.
Toy-led: not enough data
We haven't found enough independent sources to say yet.
Grating audio
Multiple discussions highlight a theme song that is persistently "earwormy" in a negative way, alongside descriptions of musical numbers being dreadful. While some find the songs catchy for dancing, the weight of evidence suggests the audio can be quite irritating for parents.
Where to watch
Stream for free
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DVD and Blu-ray
Last updated 11 October 2026.