Alexa & Katie

Alexa and Katie follows two lifelong friends who are excited to start high school together, only to have plans upended by an unexpected crisis that makes them feel like outsiders when fitting in seems most important. The show focuses on how they handle school, family, and social pressure while trying to keep their friendship steady. Episodes mix lighthearted, episode-sized dilemmas with longer personal challenges, and the tone shifts between sitcom warmth and moments of real emotion as the pair rely on each other and their families to get through awkward, stressful, and funny situations.

Released in 2018, the series was created by Heather Wordham and features Paris Berelc as Alexa Mendoza and Isabel May as Katie Cooper, with Tiffani-Amber Thiessen, Emery Kelly, and Finn Carr rounding out the main cast.

The show didn't collect major industry awards, but it earned steady praise from viewers and carved out a reliable audience during its run. It wasn’t a trophy magnet, yet it maintained positive viewer ratings and fan support across seasons.

Alexa & Katie found a clear place in teen and family viewing culture, especially among viewers looking for heartwarming, friendship-focused stories. Fans often highlighted the realistic chemistry between the leads, and the series sparked conversations online about loyalty, school life, and family dynamics, helping it stay visible in a crowded streaming landscape.

Critics and audiences generally responded well, reflected in an 8.1/10 average from 214 votes. Reviewers tended to note the series' upbeat tone, straightforward humor, and focus on relationship dynamics over high-concept plots. Themes include friendship, growing up, and family support, delivered with accessible jokes and a steady emotional core that keeps the series approachable for younger viewers and parents alike.