Bella and the Bulldogs (2015)
Kernel Score: 86% · 172 ratings
Genres: Family, Comedy
First aired: 2015-01-17
Seasons: 2 · 40 episodes
Where to watch Bella and the Bulldogs
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
A head cheerleader's life takes an unexpected twist when her rifle-like throwing arm takes her from the sidelines to becoming her middle school’s starting quarterback. Bella Dawson is a confident, caring and talented teenager, who suddenly finds herself fulfilling a lifelong dream but also having to navigate the world of her teammates Troy, Sawyer and Newt, without losing her two best friends, Pepper and Sophie from the cheer squad.
Bella and the Bulldogs parents' guide: ages 5+
Parents need to know that Bella and the Bulldogs is a wholesome family sitcom about a cheerleader who becomes a middle school quarterback, with no objectionable content noted.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Brec Bassinger as Bella Dawson
- Buddy Keaton as Newt Van Der Rohe
- Lilimar as Sophie
- Jackie Radinsky as Sawyer Higgins
- Haley Tju as Pepper Silverstein
- Coy Stewart as Troy Dixon
Bella and the Bulldogs FAQ
Is Bella and the Bulldogs good?
Bella and the Bulldogs has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 172 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Bella and the Bulldogs?
In the US you can stream Bella and the Bulldogs on Netflix, watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Tubi and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Bella and the Bulldogs OK for kids?
Bella and the Bulldogs is rated TV-G. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 5+. Parents need to know that Bella and the Bulldogs is a wholesome family sitcom about a cheerleader who becomes a middle school quarterback, with no objectionable content noted.
What shows are like Bella and the Bulldogs?
If you liked Bella and the Bulldogs, try Saved by the Bell, Kenan & Kel, Friday Night Lights and Girl Meets World.