Book 1
1 episode Sep 17, 2019 9.6
When zombies and monsters invade his hometown, a scrappy boy teams up with his friends to survive the apocalypse.
Overview
Young teenager Jack Sullivan and a group of friends live in a decked-out tree house, playing video games, eating candy, and fighting zombies in the aftermath of a monster apocalypse.
Seasons
3 listed- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 3 seasons
- Episodes
- 21 episodes
- First aired
- Sep 17, 2019
- Last aired
- Oct 16, 2020
- Episode length
- 68m
- Network
- Netflix
Latest episode: S3 E10 Stay Tuned (Oct 16, 2020)
Book 2
10 episodes Apr 17, 2020 5.4Jack, June, Quint and Dirk set out to find missing zombies, reclaim their town and maybe — just maybe — finally score a seat at the cool table.
Book 3
10 episodes Oct 16, 2020 6.0As the four friends continue living it up with their monster allies, Jack worries a newly discovered radio transmitter may put an end to the fun.
Cast
9 people
Bruce Campbell
Chef (voice)
Mark Hamill
Bardle (voice)
Nick Wolfhard
Jack Sullivan (voice)
Keith David
Thrull (voice)
Rosario Dawson
Rezzoch (voice)
Reviews
5 min readThe Tree House at the End of the World
I’ve always had a soft spot for stories that let kids play at the apocalypse. There’s something perversely comforting about watching children turn disaster into a game—building forts out of rubble, naming the monsters like they’re Pokémon, treating the end of the world as just another summer vacation. The Last Kids on Earth, Netflix’s animated adaptation of Max Brallier’s book series, leans hard into that fantasy.
It’s a show that understands, on some primal level, that the scariest thing about growing up isn’t the monsters under the bed, but the quiet, creeping realization that no one’s coming to save you. The twist? Here, the monsters are real, and the kids still have to save themselves.
The premise is simple: 13-year-old Jack Sullivan and his friends—June, Quint, and Dirk—are the only survivors (or so they think) of a zombie apocalypse. They’ve turned Jack’s tree house into a fortress, complete with booby traps, a candy stash, and a strict rotation of video game marathons. The show’s tone straddles the line between Goosebumps and Stranger Things, but with a brighter, more cartoonish palette.
This isn’t a grim, The Road-style wasteland; it’s a world where the undead shamble through pastel-hued suburbs, and the biggest threat to Jack’s happiness isn’t starvation, but the fact that his crush, June, might not feel the same way. (The show’s version of teenage angst is having to share your last Pop-Tart with a girl who might not even like you. Priorities.)
What’s striking about The Last Kids on Earth is how effortlessly it balances its dual identities. On one hand, it’s a straightforward kids’ adventure, packed with slapstick humor and over-the-top action sequences. The animation style is clean and expressive, with exaggerated character designs that recall Teen Titans Go! or The Amazing World of Gumball.
Buzz & Rumors
Public reportsBehind the Scenes of The Last Kids on Earth (2019): Voice Cast Secrets and Netflix’s Zombie Adventure
The Last Kids on Earth (2019) brought Max Brallier’s illustrated book series to life as an animated Netflix original, blending humor, horror, and heart for a middle-grade audience. While the show’s post-apocalyptic setting and monster battles are front and center, the behind-the-scenes details—particularly its star-studded voice cast—add an extra layer of appeal for fans.
A Cast of Genre Legends and Rising Stars
The series assembled a dream team of voice actors, including Bruce Campbell (Evil Dead), Mark Hamill (Star Wars), and Catherine O’Hara (Schitt’s Creek), alongside younger talent like Nick Wolfhard (Stranger Things). Their chemistry is a major draw, with Hamill’s iconic voice lending gravitas to the villainous Rezzoch, while Campbell’s gruff charm suits the tough-but-lovable hero, Jack Sullivan.
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Wolfhard, who voices Jack, has been vocal about his excitement for the role. In an interview tied to the show’s release, he praised the script’s balance of humor and action, calling it a "perfect mix" for fans of the books . The cast’s enthusiasm seems to have translated on-screen, with reviewers noting their dynamic performances as a standout feature .
From Page to Screen: Adapting the Books
The Netflix series is based on Brallier’s The Last Kids on Earth book series, which debuted in 2015 and quickly gained a following for its illustrated, fast-paced storytelling 
. The show retains the books’ signature blend of prose and artwork, though it expands the world with original storylines and deeper character arcs.
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One notable change is the visual style. While the books feature black-and-white illustrations, the animated series embraces vibrant, cartoonish aesthetics, leaning into the "fun apocalypse" tone . The shift from page to screen also allowed for more elaborate action sequences, a point emphasized in the show’s trailers .
Fan Reactions and Rumors of What’s Next
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Early reviews praised The Last Kids on Earth for its faithfulness to the source material and its ability to appeal to both kids and adults . The French dub, titled Les mômes de l'Apocalypse, even earned a respectable 6.7/10 rating from viewers, suggesting the show’s humor translates well across languages .
As for the future, Netflix has yet to confirm a fourth season, but given the books’ ongoing popularity (with at least seven installments published), fans remain hopeful. Rumors of a live-action adaptation have also circulated, though no official announcements have been made [unconfirmed].
The Bottom Line
The Last Kids on Earth (2019) succeeds as both a love letter to its source material and a standalone animated adventure. With a cast that bridges generations of genre fans and a tone that balances scares with laughs, it’s no surprise the show found an audience. Whether it returns for more monster mayhem remains to be seen, but for now, it stands as a fun, family-friendly take on the end of the world.
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