The Fairly OddParents: A New Wish

Hazel Wells is ten and just moved to Dimmadelphia because her dad took a new job, and the city feels huge and unfamiliar. With her older brother Antony off at college for the first time, Hazel is left awkward and lonely, unsure where she fits. Her luck changes when the neighbors with pink and green hair turn out to be Cosmo and Wanda, retired fairy godparents who decide to come back and grant her wishes. The show follows Hazel as she experiments with wish-making, juggles school and new friendships, and learns that getting what you want usually comes with surprises and responsibilities, all told with a playful, fast-paced comic tone.

Released in 2024, the series was created by Dan Abramovici, Ashleigh Crystal Hairston, and Lindsay Katai. Ashleigh Crystal Hairston voices Hazel, with Susanne Blakeslee returning as Wanda and Daran Norris as Cosmo, reintroducing these familiar characters for a new chapter in the franchise. The production updates the premise for a younger lead while keeping the series' core whimsical mechanics.

As a revival of a long-running property, the show has tapped into nostalgia for viewers who grew up with the original Fairly OddParents, while offering a fresh entry point for today’s kids. That mix has led to active fan conversations online, new fan art, and parents comparing memories of the older series with this newer take. The presence of Cosmo and Wanda helps bridge generations, making it easy for families to watch together.

Early reception has skewed positive, reflected in an 8.2/10 vote average from 46 voters, who often praise Hazel as a likable new protagonist and note the humor that keeps the series lively. Critics and viewers point out recurring themes of identity, friendship, and responsibility as Hazel learns to manage the consequences of her wishes. Overall, the show balances lighthearted fantasy with moments about growing up in a big city, aiming to entertain kids while giving long-time fans a familiar, updated world.