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Karma's World
Genre
Created byChris Bridges
Based onThe Karma's World educational website created by Ludacris
Developed by
  • Wendy Harris
  • Rachel Kalban
  • Jennie Stacey
Directed by
  • Boronagh O'Hanlon
  • Pete McEvoy
Voices of
Ending themeWelcome to Karma's World (instrumental)
Composers
Country of origin
  • United States
  • Canada
  • Ireland
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons4
No. of episodes40
Production
Executive producers
  • Chris Bridges
  • Vince Commisso
  • Cathal Gaffney
  • Wendy Harris
  • Darragh O'Connell
  • Angela C. Santomero
  • Jennie Stacey
Producers
  • Lorraine Morgan (S1)
  • Lisa O'Connor
  • Hannah Cope (S4)
Running time13 minutes (per episode)
Production companies
Original release
NetworkNetflix
ReleaseOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15) –
September 22, 2022 (2022-09-22)

Karma's World is an animated musical comedy television series created by Chris Bridges and developed by Wendy Harris, Rachel Kalban, and Jennie Stacey for Netflix. It was released on October 15, 2021.[1]

Produced by 9 Story Media Group in Canada and Brown Bag Films in Ireland, and animated by its Bali studio subsidiary, the series is loosely based on an educational website of the same name created in 2009 by Karma’s World Entertainment, a consortium created by Ludacris specifically for his eldest daughter, Karma Bridges, whose name and inspiration he cited in interviews as the core reason behind his creation of the series.[2] Netflix renewed Karma's World for a second season, which was released on March 10, 2022.[3] Season 3 was released on July 7, 2022.[4] The fourth and final season was released on September 22, 2022.

Premise

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The series follows the story of Karma Grant, a young girl who begins middle school and learns that through her music she can stay "true to herself" instead of letting challenges push her down.[1]

Characters

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Main

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  • Karma Grant (Asiahn[5]): The series' main 10-year-old female protagonist. She is an aspiring rapper who is beginning to realize the power that music and words can have, and believes that she can share her music and even change the world.
  • Conrad Grant (Ludacris[1]): The father of Karma who inspires her when she is down, and even raps on stage with her. He is a music teacher.
  • Keys Grant (Camden Coley[5]): The younger brother of Karma. He is an inventor, but his gadgets do not work well on the first try.
  • Crash Watkins (Ramone Hamilton[5]): Karma's classmate and also her frenemy. He and Karma might not get along everyday, but they still have a lot in common.
  • Alex "Switch" Stein (vocals by Aria Capria[5] and beat-box vocals by Kaila Mullady[5]): The female best friend of Karma and Winston who is thoughtful and friendly. She is a gifted violinist and beatboxer.
  • Winston Torres (Isaia Alvarez Kohn[5]): The male best friend of Karma and Switch. He is a sneaker designer, an artist, and a videographer.
  • Ms. Camilla Torres (Dascha Polanco[5]): The mother of Winston. She owns a record shop.
  • Lady K (Tiffany Haddish[5]): The head of a recording studio where Karma began working.
  • Lillie Carter-Grant (Danielle Brooks[5]): The mother of Karma advises her daughter and lets her know about hair styles of their black women ancestors. She is a doctor.

Supporting

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  • Megan Zhang (Olivia Chun[6]): Karma's friend who goes to one of her sleepovers.
  • Sabiya Abdullah (Swayam Bhatia[6]): Another of Karma's friends who comes to a sleepover.
  • MC Grillz (Jordan Fisher[5]): A famous rapper who is the host of "Freestyle Knockout", a popular rapping competition, and is a dentist.
  • Ms. Jackie Washington (Dawnn Lewis[2]): The Neighborhood Council President of Hansberry Heights. Her nickname is Ms. Dubs.
  • Chris Douglas (Ares Totolos): Crash's best friend.
  • Chef Scott Crowley (Marc Thompson): The owner of the Duet Diner. Karma, Winston, Switch, and Keys are his favorite customers. His diner's most popular item is purple scones.
  • Mr. Mervin Crawford (Dean Irby): The neighborhood grump. He loves playing chess.
  • Mr. Rishi Singal (Karan Soni): Karma, Winston, and Switch's middle school teacher.
  • Doña Maria Torres (Ivonne Coll): Camilla's mother and Winston's grandmother. She is in a wheelchair due to having a stroke.
  • Cece Dupree (Keke Palmer[7]): A conniving rapper who does whatever she can to achieve her goals, even if other people are pulled down in the process.

Episodes

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Series overview

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SeasonEpisodesOriginally released
115October 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
28March 10, 2022 (2022-03-10)
39July 7, 2022 (2022-07-07)
48September 22, 2022 (2022-09-22)

Season 1 (2021)

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No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byRelease date
11"I Am Karma"Bronagh O'HanlonKellie R. GriffinOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)

Karma starts her first day at Peachtree Middle School. While there she meets someone who loves music as much as her and someone who mocks her name.

This episode originally premiered on October 4, 2021 on YouTube.[8]
22"Daddy Daughter Day"Bronagh O'HanlonHalcyon PersonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
Karma is conflicted on whether to go to the concert of a well-known rapper or go an activity with her father that she now feels she is too old for.
33"Hair Comes Trouble"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKellie R. Griffin & Halcyon PersonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
After she has a sleepover with her classmates, Karma thinks she should change her hair. Her mom tells her that she should love her curly natural hair instead.
44"Major Disaster"Bronagh O'HanlonKeion JacksonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
The dog of Keys and Karma goes missing in the park. She rallies the neighbors to find her dog.
55"This Is for My Girls"Bronagh O'HanlonAlyson PiekarskyOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
When a classmate says something harsh to Karma, she begins to have doubts before she is about to show off her rap skills.
66"Best Friends for Never"Bronagh O'HanlonKeion JacksonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
Karma realizes that she hasn't been as nice to Winston as she could have been. Winston, on the other hand, thinks that someone else is replacing him as her friend.
77"Lost for Words"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion JacksonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
Karma decides to face a person who swiped her journal and fight them in a rap battle.
88"Karma's Writer's Block"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion JacksonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
Karma is overworked and stressed. She begins getting writer's block after making a promise to Switch.
99"Do the Write Thing"Bronagh O'HanlonKeion JacksonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
Karma thinks she is a failure after the announcement of the winner of the Kids' Poetry Slam Jam winner. She changes her mind when Keys helps her learn a lesson.
1010"Switch's Secret"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion JacksonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
Switch's secret skill is found out by her friends as she has trouble with admitting to her parents her true feelings about a performance she will have soon.
1111"The Hippity Hop"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion JacksonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
Before the talent showcase at her school begins, they name Karma the hip hop captain. However, she worries what others will think of those she chose for her team.
1212"Freestyle Knockout"Bronagh O'HanlonKeion JacksonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
Karma is invited onto a popular show to compete with others in freestyle rap, she forms a team with he friend Crash. However, in order to win she begins copying what the other teams are doing.
1313"The Legend of Lost Lyrics, Part 1"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion JacksonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
In order to make sure local record shop doesn't close, Karma and her friends attempt to find a hidden treasure.
1414"The Legend of Lost Lyrics, Part 2"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion JacksonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
Karma and her friends continue their search. In the process, Karma runs into someone familiar.
1515"Final Showdown"Bronagh O'HanlonKeion JacksonOctober 15, 2021 (2021-10-15)
Karma and Crash are working together, but begin competing in a freestyle battle. Karma tries to make sure the local record shop is not threatened.

Season 2 (2022)

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No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byRelease date
161"Karma Goes to Work"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerMarch 10, 2022 (2022-03-10)
Karma begins working at a recording studio run by Lady K. However, when she sees rap challenges posted by Tayla and Jayla, it distracts her from her work there.
172"We Dance Full Out"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerMarch 10, 2022 (2022-03-10)
Following a dance audition, Carrie hurts Switch with negative comments, so Switch joins Karma and both work together to challenge a team led by Carrie in a music battle.
183"Love What You Love"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerMarch 10, 2022 (2022-03-10)
Following her friend's comments, Karma hides that she likes a singer they mock until she meets someone who tells her to not hold back in what she loves.
194"Home Sweet Scone"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerMarch 10, 2022 (2022-03-10)
Rude new people come to the town after scones by Chef Scott are featured in the local paper. Karma and her friends attempt to teach these newcomers to be respectful.
205"Winston's Worries"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. Miller & Alyson PiekarskyMarch 10, 2022 (2022-03-10)
Winston wants to be at the birthday of his grandmother no matter what but gets held back when trying to film another video. Karma tries to help him.
216"Rhyme O'Clock News"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerMarch 10, 2022 (2022-03-10)
Karma, with her friends Winston and Switch, create a hip hop news report about their local neighborhood. When topics to report on dry up, Karma does whatever she can for it to continue, even if it means fabricating stories.
227"Karma For President"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerMarch 10, 2022 (2022-03-10)
Karma begins running to be student president of Peachtree Middle School. When she begins saying "yes" to a lot of people, she starts to be overwhelmed.
238"Let the Good Times Grow"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerMarch 10, 2022 (2022-03-10)
When the local department store puts the local community garden under threat, Karma works with her mom to save the garden.

Season 3 (2022)

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No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byRelease date
241"Fancy Footwork"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerJuly 7, 2022 (2022-07-07)
To pay for new Sky Rockets sneakers, Karma and Winston do jobs around the neighborhood. But all their hard work only brings in enough for one pair.
252"Sneakerheads"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerJuly 7, 2022 (2022-07-07)
When Karma, Winston and Switch paint portraits for an art assignment, Winston tries something different — and Karma learns to open her mind.
263"Schoolyard Showdown"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerJuly 7, 2022 (2022-07-07)
A playground mix-up leads to anger and lots of big feelings. Can Karma and Crash team up to stop Winston and Christopher from fighting?
274"The Go Girls"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerJuly 7, 2022 (2022-07-07)
When Karma forms a girl group, a new member soaks up the spotlight, causing Karma to feel jealous and alone. But Karma learns how to share the shine.
285"School Spies"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerJuly 7, 2022 (2022-07-07)
Carrie and Karma start their own clubs and set out to prove who's the best — until Karma discovers a big secret. Should she keep it to herself or share it?
296"Abuelita's Protest"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerJuly 7, 2022 (2022-07-07)
After Doña Maria is treated unfairly at the neighborhood Story Slam, Winston and Karma start a protest but learn there are other ways to make change.
307"Friendship In a Flash"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyDarnell Lamont WalkerJuly 7, 2022 (2022-07-07)
A class project pairs Karma with a cool new friend who has dyslexia. Karma tries to do everything — until she learns there are ways to work together!
318"Moms On Strike"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerJuly 7, 2022 (2022-07-07)
When the kids say no to chores, their moms go on strike. Now Karma and Keys have to do things for themselves and show their mom they appreciate her.
329"Brotherly Love"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerJuly 7, 2022 (2022-07-07)
While trying to write a song for open mic night, Karma gets annoyed by Keys' antics. But something unexpected forces the two to bond and work together.

Season 4 (2022)

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No.
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season		TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
331"Karma's Biggest Fan"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerSeptember 22, 2022 (2022-09-22)
Karma meets her superfan, Neha, who's eager to interview her. But when an annoyed Karma blows Neha off, she realizes the power of being a role model.
342"Keys, the Inventor"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerSeptember 22, 2022 (2022-09-22)
When Keys heads to the Invention Expo to show off his creations, a man's cruel words upset him. So his family shows him he can be anything he wants to be!
353"The Big Stink"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerSeptember 22, 2022 (2022-09-22)
The Community Center is buzzing with activity — until a smell has everyone running away! Can Karma convince the neighborhood to help her get rid of it?
364"Switch That Beat"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerSeptember 22, 2022 (2022-09-22)
When Switch buys a beat maker, Karma is excited to make new songs with her but forgets to show Switch how much she appreciates her.
375"Family Feud"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerSeptember 22, 2022 (2022-09-22)
After talking to Switch, Karma notices her parents arguing and fears her family might be falling apart. But she tries to keep her worries to herself.
386"Save the Center, Part 1"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerSeptember 22, 2022 (2022-09-22)
With the center in need of repairs, a music star steps in with big plans to save it — and record a song with Karma. Are her promises too good to be true?
397"Save the Center, Part 2"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerSeptember 22, 2022 (2022-09-22)
The neighborhood can't wait for the Supersound Skyscraper! But Karma worries that confronting CeCe about her song will ruin everything.
408"Save the Center, Part 3"Bronagh O'Hanlon & Pete McEvoyKeion Jackson & Charity L. MillerSeptember 22, 2022 (2022-09-22)
While CeCe works to sabotage the Hansberry Heights fundraiser to save the center, Karma realizes there are other ways to keep community spirit alive.

Production

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The series is produced by the Bali studio subsidiary of Brown Bag Films and Creative Affairs Group, both subsidiaries of 9 Story Media Group, and Karma's World Entertainment, Ludacris' consortium/production company.[9][10] Apart from Ludacris, Vince Commisso, Cathal Gaffney, Wendy Harris, Darragh O'Connell, Angela C. Santomero, Jennie Stacey are also executive producers for the series, while Danielle Gillis, Lorraine Morgan, and Lisa O'Connor are producers. They are joined by Bronagh O'Hanlon as the show director and Elaine A. Lugo Herrera as art director. Additionally, the show's head writer is Halcyon Person.[2][5]

On October 13, 2020, Netflix announced the green-lighting of the series with a 40-episode order, each of which would be 11 minutes long.[11][12] The series was targeted at children who are 6–9 years old.[13] Ludacris also claimed that the show would "move hip hop culture forward" by showing young girls they can change the world with the tools at their disposal.[14]

On June 14, 2021, a sneak peek of the series was shown at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.[15] At the festival, Ludacris said he hoped that the show would be something that has a "a long-lasting impression" on children. Person, on the same panel, argued that the show, set in a fictional neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, said that the series includes a diversity of "hair texture and diversity of skin tones" in order to make sure all kinds of characters are celebrated, and argued that the series "models great behavior" for children.[16][17]

The official trailer for the series was released on September 23, 2021.[18][19]

The show's first episode premiered on YouTube on October 4, 2021.[8]

The show's first season premiered on 15 October 2021.[20] All 15 episodes of the season premiered on the same day[21] and that day, the series premiered on Netflix across the world.[22] Before the show's premiere, Ludacris said that the show was inspired by his eldest daughter, Karma.[2][1] He also said that he tried to "make every single character unique" and hoped that his daughter would be able to guest star on the show in the future. He additionally said that having positive roles and "different ethnicities" he tool from the Fast & Furious franchise.[1]

On November 5, 2021, Ludacris told Billboard that the show had been "close to 14 years in the making" and hoped that would be a show for everyone, kids and adults. He said that he believed the series would change "young people’s lives for the better."[23]

On November 8, 2021, Person told Essence about how with Karma they tried to celebrate her hairstyle and everyone's, working "really hard to try and get right" in order to have "authentic storytelling." She also noted that she and writers she worked with collaborated to address microaggressions, working with an organization named the Perception Institute, which analyzes people's perceptions as they're watching media. She also praised Netflix for giving them the opportunity to tell these stories about Black culture.[6]

On March 10, 2022, the show's second season premiered on Netflix. All eight episodes premiered the same day.[3]

On July 7, 2022, the show's third season premiered on July 7, 2022. All nine episodes premiered on the same day.[4]

On September 22, 2022, the show's fourth and final season premiered on September 22, 2022. All eight episodes premiered on the same day.[4]

In December 2022, Darnell Lamont Walker, writer for the Season 3 episode "Friendship In a Flash", was interviewed by BET, said that working on the series was "incredible", that it was his "first real job as a children’s writer", and noted that episodes like the one he wrote were "important", especially for those with dyslexia.[24] Walker had joined the show's writing team in 2019,[25] and later said that the episode aired over two years after he wrote it.[26] He was later nominated, along with the show's writing team, for Outstanding Writing for an Animated Program at the 1st Children's and Family Emmy Awards.[24][27]

Music

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The show's original music and sound design are supervised and created by Ludacris and James Bennett Jr., while Gerald Keys is a producer. Songs tackle issues such as discrimination, body positivity, self-esteem, friendship, family, and differences.[28][29][30] The show's theme song, "Welcome to Karma’s World", is sung by Asiahn, the voice actress for Karma.[31]

On September 14, 2021, Ludacris unveiled the show's soundtrack, which was released by Universal Music Group through its Def Jam label on the same date as the show's Netflix premiere.[32][33]

Merchandise

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Books

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In March 2021, 9 Story Media Group and Karma's World Entertainment started a deal with Scholastic Corporation, with the books planned to be released between January and March 2022 to accompany the Netflix series. All three books were co-written by Person.[34] In an October 2021 interview, Ludacris noted that a Karma's World entitled Daddy and Me and the Rhyme to Be was coming out.[1] Apart from the aforementioned book, currently the juvenile fiction books The Great Shine-A-Thon Showcase, and Viral Video Showdown, and journal Karma's World Creativity Journal: Freestyling With Friends are listed on the Scholastic website.[35]

Toys

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In April 2021, 9 Story and Karma's World Entertainment signed a deal with Mattel to develop a toy line for the franchise, including dolls, "doll accessories," and other elements.[36] In March 2022, it was announced that the dolls would be released in the summer of 2022.[37]

Clothing

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In February 2022, FIT's Design and Technology Lab (DTech) announced a deal with Karma's World Entertainment and 9 Story to create a 50-piece fashion set for children which was inspired by the series, including dresses, jackets, and footwear.[38] 9 Story called it a "unique partnership."[39] Essence called it a "fashion-forward" collection, while one of the designers, Hawwaa Ibrahim, said they were grateful for the opportunity to apply their skills.[40]

Other merchandise

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9 Story and Karma's World Entertainment have announced planned expansions of the franchise beyond books, toys, and clothing. In November 2021, 9 Story noted that the franchise would be expanded to bags, backpacks, consumer electronics, skateboards, and other materials.[41]

Reception

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The series has been received positively. Joly Herman of Common Sense Media described the series as "top-shelf", saying that it has "creative, fully fleshed-out characters" and has the characters artfully face "heartfelt, complex issues." Herman also argued that the series is "full of empowering moments" and said that it uses art to "inspire, empower, and elevate through storytelling," calling it an excellent series for "young tweens."[42] Claretta Bellamy of NBC News stated that the show's second season tackles challenges such as personal space and body shaming in a way that "both entertains and allows for kids to comprehend."[43]

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category Nominee Result Ref.
2021 53rd NAACP Image Awards Outstanding Children's Program Karma's World Nominated [44][45]
Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance (Television) Ludacris – Karma's World Nominated
Outstanding Breakthrough Creative (Television) Halcyon Person – Karma's World Nominated
2022 1st Children's and Family Emmy Awards Outstanding Writing for an Animated Program Karma's World Nominated [27]

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