{"id":560561,"date":"2023-08-09T23:24:45","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T04:24:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-the-parker-andersons-amelia-parker-2021\/"},"modified":"2024-03-17T13:51:42","modified_gmt":"2024-03-17T18:51:42","slug":"shows-like-the-parker-andersons-amelia-parker-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-the-parker-andersons-amelia-parker-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Shows Like The Parker Andersons\/Amelia Parker (2021)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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6.9 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 46 reviews)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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An intercontinental, interracial, blended family discovers the ups and downs of learning to live together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy, Family<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Charlie Zeltzer, Chris River, Millie Davis, Arnold Pinnock
\nCreators:<\/strong> Frank van Keeken
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1 season, 20 episodes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Shows Most Like The Parker Andersons\/Amelia Parker (2021)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Big Top Academy (2018)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.1 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 77 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Series about children in a circus school.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Family<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Drew Davis, Cameron Andres, Ava Ro, Liam Patenaude
Creators:<\/strong> Leila Basen, Lisa Hunter
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1 season, 52 episodes, 30.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Odd Squad (2014)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.2 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 1237 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Geared for children ages 5-8, “Odd Squad” follows two young agents, Olive and Otto, who are part of an agency that seeks to save the day using math when odd things happen.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Action, Adventure, Comedy, Crime, Family, Mystery, Sci-Fi<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Millie Davis, Sean Michael Kyer, Dalila Bela, Filip Geljo
Creators:<\/strong> Timothy McKeon, Adam Peltzman
Directors:<\/strong>
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3 seasons, 103 episodes, 27.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Detention Adventure (2019)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.4 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 94 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Three nerdy friends and the school bully must get themselves thrown into detention to find the entrance to a labyrinth of trap-laden tunnels protecting the fabled hidden lab of Alexander Graham Bell.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Family<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Tomaso Sanelli, Jack Fulton, Alina Prijono, Simone Miller
Creators:<\/strong> Carmen Albano, Joe Kicak
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3 seasons, 30 episodes<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The Next Step (2013)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.1 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 2108 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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As the A-Troupe dancers prepare for the regional dance competition, relationships and loyalties are put to the test at the Next Step studio.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Drama, Family, Romance<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Victoria Baldesarra, Alexandra Beaton, Brittany Raymond, Trevor Tordjman
Creators:<\/strong> Frank van Keeken
Directors:<\/strong>
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7 seasons, 206 episodes, 30.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Holly Hobbie (2018)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.7 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 295 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Holly Hobbie has lived her whole life in the small town of Collinsville. Holly’s a 13-year-old singer-songwriter who’s got her best friends and close-knit family by her side, but she’s dreaming of ways to save the world – even if it’s starting in her own backyard.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Drama, Family, Music<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Ruby Jay, Saara Chaudry, Kamaia Fairburn, Charles Vandervaart
Creators:<\/strong> Sarah Glinski
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

3 seasons, 50 episodes, 30.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Malory Towers (2020)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.1 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 412 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Set in post-World War II Britain, the show follows the adventures of 12-year-old Darrell Rivers.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Family<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Ella Bright, Danya Griver, Zoey Siewert, Natasha Raphael
Creators:<\/strong>
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3 seasons, 27 episodes, 30.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Odd Squad: Mobile Unit (2020)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.3 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 34 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Genre:<\/strong> Action, Comedy, Family<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Glee Dango, Michela Luci, Shazdeh Kapadia, Millie Davis
Creators:<\/strong> Adam Peltzman, Timothy McKeon, Mark De Angelis
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3 seasons, 28 episodes, 22.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Ruby and the Well (2022)<\/h3>\n \n
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8 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 174 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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When her father inherits an overgrown orchard, Ruby O’Reilly discovers a magic well. She’s been designated its new “keeper,” and now it’s up to her and her friends Mina and Sam to turn unfulfilled wishes into reality.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Drama, Family, Fantasy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Zoe Wiesenthal, Kristopher Turner, Lina Sennia, Joel Oulette
Creators:<\/strong> Brian J. Adams, LeeAnne H. Adams
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2 seasons, 20 episodes, 44.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n

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When talking about family TV shows that touch on real-life issues with a fresh perspective, “The Parker Andersons\/Amelia Parker” stands out. This unique series, which debuted in 2021, offers an innovative approach to storytelling by intertwining two narratives within one family. Let’s unpack what makes this show a must-watch, its characters, themes, and why it’s different from the usual family sitcom.<\/p>\n

The Concept: A Fresh Take on Family Dynamics<\/h2>\n

At its core, “The Parker Andersons\/Amelia Parker” is about a blended family navigating the complexities of life together. What sets it apart is its dual-perspective format. The show is essentially split into two interconnected segments: one focusing on the Parker Anderson family as a whole and the other zeroing in on Amelia Parker, a quiet and reflective member of the family who often feels overlooked.<\/p>\n

This structure allows viewers to see the family’s challenges and triumphs from multiple angles, providing a more nuanced understanding of each character’s experiences and emotions. It’s a clever way to explore the inner workings of a blended family, highlighting the adjustments and bonding that come with it.<\/p>\n

The Characters: More Than Meets the Eye<\/h2>\n

The Parker Andersons are a diverse bunch, each bringing their own backstory and personality to the mix:<\/p>\n