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Fuller House

Worth a closer look

Ages 10–13First shown 2016

Recently widowed D.J. Tanner-Fuller gets help from her sister Stephanie and best friend Kimmy when the women move in with their families to help D.J. raise her children in this spin-off series filled with familiar faces.

Our verdict

  • Good influence 4/5
  • Parent appeal 3/5
  • Well made 2/5

Reviewers generally view the show as a wholesome revival that emphasizes strong female friendships and supportive family bonds. While it provides a comforting dose of nostalgia for fans of the original series, it is often criticized for its uninspired writing, predictable humor, and reliance on dated sitcom formulas.

Why these scores

Good influence

Does it show behaviour you'd be happy to see copied?

4out of 5

The series is noted for portraying highly supportive family units and female friendships where characters model empathy, kindness, and cooperation. While there are criticisms regarding the inclusion of adult-oriented jokes about drinking and dating, the core of the show remains wholesome and focused on positive conflict resolution.

Parent appeal

Will you enjoy watching it with them?

3out of 5

Viewer enjoyment varies significantly depending on their history with the original series; former fans often find it a charming and relatable comfort watch. However, many critics find the experience tedious due to its predictable plots and reliance on nostalgia, generally considering it a tolerable show to watch alongside children rather than a personal choice for adults.

Well made

Are the writing, animation and sound made with care?

2out of 5

The production is frequently described as low-effort, relying on recycled sitcom tropes, formulaic scripts, and canned laughter. Reviewers criticize the clunky dialogue and exaggerated performances from child actors, noting that the writing often sacrifices genuine emotional depth for stale gags.

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 10 October 2026.