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Season 1 – The Mysterious Benedict Society

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Four gifted orphans are recruited by an eccentric benefactor to go on a secret mission; placed undercover at a boarding school known as The Institute, they must foil a nefarious plot with global ramifications.
The Mysterious Benedict Society — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

The Mysterious Benedict Society has a slow windup, but its delightful supporting cast and sparky tone make for winning family entertainment.

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Kristen Lopez IndieWire 07/01/2021
B+
Manfredi and Hay aren't afraid to create a series that both praises the intelligence of children while also admitting that being a kid is weird and confusing. Go to Full Review
Daniel D'Addario Variety 06/25/2021
Within the growing set of shows about kids asked to save the world, "The Mysterious Benedict Society" stands out, and might itself save a rainy weekend for curious kids sometime this summer. Go to Full Review
Lucy Mangan Guardian 06/25/2021
3/5
What could have offered children a chance to understand the historically unprecedented aspects of the internet age they live in, made the young fish conscious of the water they swim in, is left simply as a romp. Go to Full Review
Collin Garbarino WORLD 02/17/2022
5/5
Its refreshing to find a show promoting the values of honesty, friendship, and bravery in a package the whole family can enjoy. Go to Full Review
Belen Edwards Mashable 07/26/2021
As Mr. Benedict, Hale infuses his trademark nervous energy with sincere care for the children, always sure to find the humor and heart in each scene. Go to Full Review
Nora Lee Mandel Maven's Nest 07/03/2021
7/10
Marvelous adult ensemble and cast of diverse talented children are a delight. First half of season is charming, with story of very smart kids, but adult problems get nasty. Go to Full Review
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Vicenzo C Mar 9 Combining mystery with quirkiness, The Mysterious Benedict Society provides you with a delightful cast and brilliant thought-provokibg questions. See more Nobu N 06/18/2024 Strange, quirky, unusual, and best of all good show. See more Ryan N 06/11/2024 A show that leans into its quirky and atmospheric spirit with surprising efficacy. The plot may not be particularly sophisticated, but that's not what this show is selling you. Underneath the simplistic nature of the "Emergency", there is something unnerving going on and its a treat to find out why. If you're looking for an easy show to watch with the kids that combines mild mystery, likable characters, and a subtle touch of unlikely friendship, then this is the show for you. See more ana luisa u 12/12/2023 el desarrollo de los protagonistas esta decente y me gusta elenco de niños son muy inteligentes y el misterio que aguarda y personajes secundarios decente es un 8.5 de 10 See more DJ W 08/15/2023 Pretty good show, wasn't crazy for it tho. I enjoyed the books and the first season of the show was alright See more Maryam M @Kingbobapollo 07/26/2023 I've read the books, I really enjoyed the TV series, it differs from the book at times but that made it even more unexpected and exciting. It's an amazing series. See more Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Jun 25, 2021 A Bunch of Smart Orphans Four gifted orphans vie for a prestigious scholarship and the result is stranger than imagined. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 25, 2021 Carrying a Bird Mr. Benedict sends the kids on an undercover mission to infiltrate the L.I.V.E. Institute. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 2, 2021 Depends on the Wagon Using Morse code, the children send a message about Curtain to Benedict; Kate and Constance are unhappy about rooming together while Sticky and Reynie create a brotherly bond. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 9, 2021 A Whisper, Not a Shout Reynie and Sticky pursue the coveted Messenger status; the girls try to stay afloat in class. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 16, 2021 The Art of Conveyance and Round-Trippery Reynie and Sticky investigate secret transmissions; Constance and Kate explore the island. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 23, 2021 Run Silent, Run Deep Benedict and Curtain's indelibly intertwined pasts are revealed. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 30, 2021 The Dance of the Celestial Orb Kate embarks on a solo mission that raises Curtain's suspicions and endangers the team. Details Episode 8 Aired Aug 6, 2021 Big Day Today With free will and truth on the line, The Mysterious Benedict Society prepares for a final showdown. Details
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Season Info

Executive Producer
Karen Kehela Sherwood, Deepak Nayar, James Bobin, Todd Slavkin, Matt Manfredi, Phil Hay, Darren Swimmer, David Ellender, Jamie Tarses, Matthew Loze
Network
Disney+
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Adventure, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 25, 2021