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The Thundermans adaptations: films & series
Every version of The Thundermans — the films & series, compared across media.
The Thundermans follows a suburban family whose ordinary-looking household hides astounding superpowers. At the center are 14-year-old twins sharing the same bathroom, the same school, and the same annoying siblings — all while managing extraordinary abilities. The franchise spans a TV series and a follow-up film, each exploring what happens when superheroes try to live like regular people.
The Thundermans films
The Thundermans series
Frequently asked
Is The Thundermans Return based on the TV series?
Yes — The Thundermans Return continues the story from The Thundermans TV series, following the same twin characters Phoebe and Max as they navigate life as full-fledged superheroes before circumstances bring the family back to Hiddenville.
How many versions of The Thundermans are there?
There are two: the original TV series The Thundermans (2013) and the follow-up film The Thundermans Return (2024), both following the Thunderman family and their superhero double life.
Which version of The Thundermans should I start with?
Start with The Thundermans TV series (2013), which introduces the family and their superpowered suburban life. The Thundermans Return (2024) picks up with the twins as established heroes and benefits from that foundation.