Parents' Guide to

My Dad the Bounty Hunter

By Diondra K. Brown, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 6+

Funny series about intergalactic family bonding time.

TV Netflix Kids' Animation 2023
My Dad the Bounty Hunter poster: Family, shown in color, stands above a grey-scale outerspace planet with space ships next to them.

A Lot or a Little?

What you will—and won't—find in this TV show.

  • 1:05
  • My Dad the Bounty Hunter: Lisa and Sean scream from excitement and fear while strapped into a space ship.
  • My Dad the Bounty Hunter: Two people in space suits with their face covered run while away from a room while holding another robot.
  • My Dad the Bounty Hunter: Lisa, Sean, and their Dad look down into something mysterious which shines a light on their face.

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age 10+

Based on 9 parent reviews

Rob V.
Rob V. Parent of 6 and 10-year-old
March 4, 2023
age 11+

Intensely violent as the season progresses

Compelling writing & animation for older kids, and love the diversity. But quite violent! My mistake for not noticing until the incredibly long brutal fight scene in episode 10, where children are attacked with knives, strangled, punched, thrown, etc. by a psychotic lizard alien. I’m surprised that this show got a 2 for violence - maybe based on the first episodes?
Claudia D.
Claudia D. Parent of 4-year-old
February 19, 2023
age 7+

Not for little ones

As you would expect with that title, the bounty hunter has fistfights and shootings involving guns and lasers. Even though it shows diverse representations of family and society, the fact the dad is a hunter keeps my little 4 years old asking questions about why he shoot others and want to kill them, you can take this oportunity to clear about this and talk about noone have the right to take others life, and talk about weapons use, said that i wouldnt recomend this for little children, maybe 7 or 8 years old is ok.
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What's the Story?

MY DAD THE BOUNTY HUNTER throws siblings Lisa and Sean into an unexpected adventure. After stowing away in the trunk of their father's car in an effort to spend more time with him, they find out his job isn't quite what they expected. Instead of being a delivery driver, he's really an alien bounty hunter in another galaxy. The pair quickly receive a crash course in all things intergalactic travel, combat, and missions. The family goes through fun, suspenseful, and scary twists and turns as they must work together to safely return to Earth -- before Mom finds out where they are.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say (9 ):
Kids say (7 ):

This show, part of Netflix's "Representation Matters" collection, does a great job of positively portraying a modern and diverse family. My Dad the Bounty Hunter has a great mix of tender moments, comedy, and thrills. The show doesn't shy away from discussing important topics, such as the effects of stress on children, and navigating difficult family dynamics. The show's soundtrack, action, and detailed animation are all very engaging for young children. The show does include mild danger and violence that could frighten younger viewers. Overall, it's an absolutely fun watch for the whole family.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about how in My Dad the Bounty Hunter, Lisa and Sean learn their dad is an alien bounty hunter. How would you feel if you learned one of your parents had this job?

  • Why is teamwork important in this show? Would Sean and Lisa be able to stay safe in outer space if they didn't work as a team with their dad? Why, or why not?

  • What do you think is the hardest thing about living in a different galaxy?

  • Use paper and colored pencils to design your own space suit!

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