Dexter's Laboratory (1996)
Kernel Score: 84% · 868 ratings
Genres: Animation, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
First aired: 1996-04-28
Seasons: 4 · 220 episodes
Where to watch Dexter's Laboratory
- Free with ads: Tubi
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Dexter, a boy-genius with a secret laboratory, constantly battles his sister Dee Dee, who always gains access despite his best efforts to keep her out, as well as his arch-rival and neighbor, Mandark.
Dexter's Laboratory parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that Dexter's Laboratory is a TV-G animated comedy about a boy-genius's sibling rivalry and lab antics, suitable for all ages.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Mild cartoon slapstick from Dexter's inventions and sibling conflicts, rated TV-G.
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
- Candi Milo as Dexter (voice)
- Kat Cressida as Dee Dee (voice)
- Jeff Bennett as Dad (voice)
- Kath Soucie as Mom (voice)
- Eddie Deezen as Mandark (voice)
Dexter's Laboratory FAQ
Is Dexter's Laboratory good?
Dexter's Laboratory has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 868 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Dexter's Laboratory?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Tubi and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Dexter's Laboratory OK for kids?
Dexter's Laboratory is rated TV-G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that Dexter's Laboratory is a TV-G animated comedy about a boy-genius's sibling rivalry and lab antics, suitable for all ages.
What shows are like Dexter's Laboratory?
If you liked Dexter's Laboratory, try The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack, Villainous, Adventure Time: Distant Lands and Phineas and Ferb.