Come Outside
A solid choice
Ages 3–6First shown 1993
Children's educational programme in which Auntie Mable and her dog Pippin fly in their spotted plane looking at and finding out how everyday things work.
Our verdict
- Good influence 3/5
- Parent appeal 4/5
- Well made 4/5
Reviewers remember the series as a highly effective and charming educational programme that parents and children enjoy watching together. While the production is praised for its factual content and award-winning educational approach, some viewers find the lead character's forgetfulness regarding her dog concerning and note that the visual effects are noticeably dated.
Why these scores
Good influence
Does it show behaviour you'd be happy to see copied?
3out of 5
Reviews are divided regarding the central character: while many appreciate her as a cheery, calm, and loving presence who models positive behavior during stressful visits to the dentist, others find her recurring tendency to lose or forget her dog distressing. There are also mentions of specific scenes involving danger, such as a character being trapped in a fire, which some viewers felt were too intense for the target age.
Parent appeal
Will you enjoy watching it with them?
4out of 5
Parents consistently report finding the show pleasant, comforting, and genuinely interesting to watch alongside their children. The factory and manufacturing segments are highlighted as particularly engaging for adults, making the show more than just tolerable for the older viewer.
Well made
Are the writing, animation and sound made with care?
4out of 5
The series has received prestigious industry awards for its educational value and effectiveness in preschool programming. However, viewers note that the production quality is uneven, featuring obvious stunt doubles, dated green screen effects, and the use of low-quality archival wildlife footage.
Watch-outs
Overstimulating: not enough data
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Toy-led: not enough data
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Grating audio: not enough data
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Last updated 14 October 2026.