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Ryan's World Presents: Sunnyside Up! Ep 1 - Back to School Cartoon Animation!

7:06 · 95K views · August 17, 2025

Minor FlagsReviewed June 2026

This animated cartoon from Ryan's World is a clean, imaginative school comedy that is safe for young children, with only the mildest cartoon-style conflict in the form of a bumbling villain's wish for 'world domination.' The episode blends humor, friendship, and a welcoming back-to-school theme, making it a fun and largely wholesome watch for kids. Parents can feel comfortable letting younger children enjoy this one without concern.

Content Breakdown · 1 Category

Playful & Fantasy ViolenceA little

As a children's cartoon in the style of Ryan's World, Sunnyside Up likely contains minor stylized cartoon slapstick or playful conflict typical of the genre (e.g., wacky school mishaps described as 'wacky adventures' in the description), but nothing rising above the most benign cartoon-comedy level.

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“Description references 'wacky school adventures' suggesting light cartoon slapstick typical of the genre”

What Parents Need to Know

This is the first episode of 'Sunnyside Up!', an animated spin-off from the Ryan's World brand, following kid characters navigating a quirky school with a comedic villain principal and a new student named Pinky. The episode is genuinely entertaining and age-appropriate, with positive messages about welcoming newcomers, friendship, and teamwork. The only mild concern is a cartoon villain subplot involving 'world domination' and a magical scroll, but it is entirely played for laughs with zero threat or menace. There is no advertising, no crude language, no violence, and no manipulative content detected. Kids may also pick up on some light humor about procrastination, which could spark a fun conversation.

Talk to Your Kids About

1How do you think Pinky felt being a new student at Sunnyside Academy? Have you ever been the new kid somewhere, or helped someone who was?
2The villain wanted 'world domination' — why do you think that's a silly wish? What would YOU wish for if a magical scroll granted you three wishes?
3Gus and Combo procrastinated on their school project. What does procrastinating mean, and why can it cause problems?
4What made Gus and Combo good friends to Pinky on her first day? What's one thing you could do to make a new classmate feel welcome?

What's This Video About?

School is back in session at Sunnyside and a new student makes her debut! Follow Ryan and the gang on their wacky school adventures in Ryan's World new cartoon series, Sunnyside Up! Combo Panda Bradley Smith Gil Jose David Ramos Gus Julia Stockton Janitor Shion Kaji Mr. Howler Liam Young Moe Brianna Jaynes Packrat Bradley Smith Pinky Madeline Dorroh Voice of Light Liam Young Executive Producer Shion Kaji / Loann Kaji Director Laura Gaddini Written by Liam Young Background Artist Maggie Nizich Character Rigging Anastasia Spruill Alex Fink Animation Laura Gaddini Ron Ghraizi Alex Fink Maggie Nizich Anastasia Spruill Liam Young Music Composer Liam Young Post Production Sound Sound Atlas Oceanic Sound and Picture Sound Effects Editor Oliver Abbott Thumbnail Artist Helen Sun

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is 'Sunnyside Up! Ep 1' appropriate for?

This episode is appropriate for children aged 5 and up. The humor, characters, and storyline are designed for young kids, and there is no mature content of any kind.

Is there any violence or scary content in this episode?

No. The only conflict is a cartoon villain who wants 'world domination,' but it is entirely comedic and non-threatening. There are no fights, weapons, or frightening scenes.

Is this episode free of advertising or product promotion?

Based on the transcript and classification scores, no hidden advertising or sponsored content was detected in this episode. It appears to be straightforward animated storytelling.

Does the episode have any educational value?

The episode touches lightly on themes of friendship, welcoming new people, and the consequences of procrastination. While it is primarily entertainment, these social themes offer good conversation starters for parents.

Is the humor appropriate for young children?

Yes, the humor is silly and slapstick, aimed squarely at young kids. Jokes include a grumpy principal, a confused magical deity, and a villain whose plans hilariously backfire — all very gentle and age-appropriate.

Is this connected to Ryan's World and is that brand safe for kids?

Yes, this is an animated spin-off from the Ryan's World YouTube brand. This particular episode scores cleanly across all safety categories, with no commercial manipulation, crude content, or harmful messaging detected.

Ryan's World Presents: Sunnyside Up! Ep 1 - Back to School Cartoon Animation!

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