Doc McStuffins facts for kids
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| Genre | Preschool |
| Created by | Chris Nee |
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| Country of origin | United States Ireland |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 5 |
| No. of episodes | 136 (247 segments) (list of episodes) |
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| Production company(s) | Brown Bag Films |
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| Original network | Disney Junior |
| Original release | March 23, 2012 – April 18, 2020 |
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| Related shows | The Doc Files |
Doc McStuffins is a popular animated television series for children. It was created by Chris Nee and produced by Brown Bag Films. The show aired for five seasons on Disney Junior. Its first episode was on March 23, 2012, and the final episode aired on April 18, 2020.
The series is about a young girl who can fix toys. She gets help from her four special toy friends. The show features many original songs. These songs were written by Michelle Lewis, Kay Hanley, and Dan Petty.
Doc McStuffins received many positive reviews. People loved the show's idea and its main character. It was also praised for showing an African American girl as a doctor. This was an important step for representation in children's television.
The series concluded after five seasons. There are no plans for a sixth season. However, reruns of the show still air on Disney Junior channels worldwide. The show is also available on DisneyNow and Disney+. A special called The Doc is 10 celebrated the series' 10th anniversary. It debuted on August 26, 2022.
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Discovering Doc McStuffins' World
The series follows Dottie "Doc" McStuffins, a freckled 6-year-old girl. She dreams of becoming a doctor, just like her mother. Doc practices her dream job by fixing her toys and dolls.
When Doc uses her magic stethoscope, amazing things happen. She can make toys, dolls, and stuffed animals come to life. They can move, talk, sing, and interact with her. Doc gets help from her four stuffed animal friends: Lambie, Stuffy, Chilly, and Hallie.
Doc helps toys feel better by giving them check-ups. She diagnoses their pretend illnesses. She uses special encyclopedias for this. These include "The Big Book of Boo Boos" and "The Big Vet Book." In season 4, these books became high-tech tablet versions.
Each episode is about 11 minutes long and includes original songs. In season 3, Doc opened a veterinary clinic. She started fixing toy pets in addition to other toys. In season 4, Doc's grandma revealed her own magical stethoscope. She transported Doc and her toys to McStuffinsville. This is a magical city filled with living toys. Doc became the head of the McStuffinsville Hospital. In season 5, Doc and her toys formed the McStuffinsville Pet Rescue Team. They worked together to rescue pets in need. Stuffy, her plush dragon, led this team as a great pet vet.
Every episode shows Doc and her friends helping a toy. After each check-up, Doc gives advice. This advice often relates to what happened to her or other toys. Sometimes, one of Doc's own friends needed help. Even Doc herself became a patient, with her toys caring for her.
Meet the Characters
The show features a wonderful cast of characters, both human and toy.
Main Characters
- Dottie "Doc" McStuffins (voiced by Kiara Muhammad in seasons 1–2 and Laya DeLeon Hayes in seasons 3–5) is the main character. She is a 6-year-old girl who loves to fix her toys. Doc dreams of becoming a doctor like her mom. Her magical stethoscope lets her talk to all toys.
- Lambie (voiced by Lara Jill Miller) is a sweet stuffed lamb. She is one of Doc's best friends. Lambie loves hugs and is a talented dancer. She is also friends with Stuffy, Chilly, and Hallie.
- Stuffy (voiced by Robbie Rist) is a stuffed blue dragon. He tries to be brave but sometimes struggles, especially with spiders. Stuffy is a bit clumsy but a loyal friend to Doc, Lambie, Chilly, and Hallie.
- Chilly (voiced by Jess Harnell) is a stuffed snowman. He often worries about being sick, even though he's a toy. Chilly is a kind but sometimes fearful friend. He is also friends with Lambie, Stuffy, and Hallie.
- Hallie (voiced by Loretta Devine) is a stuffed purple hippopotamus. She works as Doc's nurse assistant. Hallie is friendly and takes great care of Doc's patients. She often knows what Doc needs during an exam, calling it a "Hippo Hunch."
- Squeakers is a purple squeaky blowfish. He can go in water and was a main character in the first three seasons.
Doc's Family and Friends
- Donny McStuffins (voiced by Jaden Betts in seasons 1–2 and Andre Robinson in seasons 2–5) is Doc's 4-year-old brother. He enjoys playing with his toy cars and friends.
- Dr. Maisha McStuffins/Mom (voiced by Kimberly Brooks) is Doc and Donny's mother. She is a pediatrician who works at a clinic. She is proud that Doc wants to follow in her footsteps.
- Mr. Marcus McStuffins/Dad (voiced by Gary Anthony Williams) is Doc and Donny's father. He often stays at home and cooks dinner. He takes great care of his children.
- Lois McStuffins (voiced by Dawnn Lewis) is Doc, Donny, and Maya's grandmother. In the "Toy Hospital" series, it was revealed she also has a magical stethoscope. She created McStuffinsville.
- Maya Alana McStuffins (voiced by Kari Wahlgren) is Doc and Donny's adopted baby sister. She was called "Baby McStuffins" before she was named.
Many other wonderful toys and special guest characters appeared throughout the series. These characters often needed Doc's help or joined her on exciting adventures.
Show History
Doc McStuffins first aired in the United States on March 23, 2012. It was shown on Disney Channel and Disney Junior. Disney Junior renewed the series for a second season on June 5, 2012. This season premiered on September 6, 2013.
On January 8, 2014, the show was renewed for a third season. It premiered on July 11, 2015. The voice of Doc changed in July 2015. Episodes originally planned for season 3 with the former voice were moved to season 2.
Disney Junior renewed the series for a fourth season on April 14, 2015. This season, titled "Doc McStuffins: Toy Hospital," premiered on July 29, 2016. A fifth season was renewed on November 16, 2016. It premiered on October 26, 2018, with the episode "The Pet Rescue Team."
In Canada, the show premiered on its Disney Junior channel on April 8, 2012. The show also aired globally on Disney Junior in many different languages.
DVD Collections
You can find episodes of Doc McStuffins on DVD. These home media releases are distributed by Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment.
| Collection | Included episodes | Release date |
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| Friendship is the Best Medicine | "Engine Nine, Feelin' Fine!" and "The Right Stuff", "Caught Blue-Handed" and "To Squeak, or Not to Squeak", "Ben/Anna Split!" and "That's Just Claw-ful", "The Rip Heard Round the World" and "Walkie-Talkie Time", "Dark Knight" and "Hallie Gets an Earful" | August 21, 2012 |
| Time for Your Check Up | "Gulpy, Gulpy Gators!" and "One Note Wonder", "Tea Party Tantrum" and "Blast Off!", "Arcade Escapade" and "Starry, Starry Night", "Bronto Boo-Boos" and "Brontosaurus Breath", "Doctoring the Doc" and "Hot Pursuit" | May 7, 2013 |
| Mobile Clinic | "Doc McStuffins Goes McMobile" and "Chip Off the Ol' Box", "Doc to the Rescue" and "Don't Knock the Noggin", "Out of the Box" and "Run Down Race Car", "Rescue Ronda, Ready for Takeoff" and "All Washed Up", "Rest Your Rotors, Ronda!" and "Keep On Truckin'" | March 18, 2014 |
| School of Medicine | "Chilly Gets Chilly" and "Through the Reading Glasses", "Hallie's Happy Birthday" and "Shark-Style Toothache", "Think Pink" and "You Foose, You Lose", "Disco Dress Up Daisy" and "The Glider Brothers", "Celestial Celeste" and "Run Doc Run!" | September 9, 2014 |
| Cuddle Me Lambie | "My Huggy Valentine" and "Dusty Bear", "Awesome Guy's Awesome Arm" and "Lamb in a Jam", "Kirby and the King" and "Bubble Monkey, Blow Your Nose!", "A Day Without Cuddles" and "Collide-o-scope", "Mirror, Mirror on My Penguin" and "Hide and Eek!" | February 3, 2015 |
| Pet Vet | "Fetchin' Findo" and "Twin Tweaks", "Three Goats A'Cuddlin'" and "Swimmer's Belly", "A Dragon's Best Friend", "Stuffy & Squibbles" and "Queen of Thrones", "Take Your Pet to the Vet" and "Master and Commander" | November 3, 2015 |
| Toy Hospital | "Welcome to McStuffinsville", "Baby McStuffins" and "Selfless Snowman", "Runaway Love" and "Tour De McStuffins", "Bringing Home Baby", "Baby Names" and "Night Night, Lala" | October 18, 2016 |
Video Games Featuring Doc McStuffins
Doc McStuffins Pet Vet was released as a game for iOS and Android devices.
Fun Feel Good Games
There are also many other games based on the series. These games let you join Doc and her friends on their adventures. Some examples include:
- Big Air Adventure
- Doc McStuffins Sticker Book
- Doc Me
- Doc's Seek and Find
- Doc's Snowman Rollup
- Doc's Summertime Clinic
- Frost Magic
- Sparkly Ball Sports
- Stuffy's Scramble
- The Doc Mobile
Positive Impact of the Show
Doc McStuffins inspired the creation of the Artemis Medical Society. This organization was formed on June 28, 2012. It supports medical doctors who are women of color. The show helped encourage diversity in the medical field.
See also
In Spanish: Doctora Juguetes para niños
