If you want animation that is not just for kids, Barbie: Life in the Dreamhouse is available in Australia on Netflix, and in the US on Netflix right now. Every one of its 7 seasons holds up. An 8/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. The voice performances bring more than the format usually demands. Put it on tonight on Netflix and see for yourself.

Barbie: Life in the Dreamhouse arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. Barbie: Life in the Dreamhouse has the visual identity that makes it immediately recognisable, and the writing to back it up. The series is set as a reality TV-esque show following Barbie, her sisters and her friends in the day-to-day activities that take place in the Dreamhouse and surrounding areas. Much of the humor in the show derives from parodying and lampooning both the traditional reality TV format and the Barbie franchise itself. The series ran for 7 seasons (2012–2015), building a story that gave its audience time to invest properly. The visual gags in Barbie: Life in the Dreamhouse reward close attention without ever depending on it. The consistency throughout is what elevates it — not every moment is the best, but none of them are a reason to stop watching.

Animation fans will appreciate the craft, but Barbie: Life in the Dreamhouse works for viewers who do not typically seek out animation too. Fans of Barbie: Dreamhouse Adventures will recognise the sensibility here immediately. 7 seasons in, there is no shortage of material once you get started. The writing operates at a level the format's reputation does not fully prepare you for. Adult animation that actually works for adults.

Barbie: Life in the Dreamhouse wrapped up in 2015, created by David Wiebe — and 7 seasons are available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.