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PJ Masks

PJ Masks is an animated children's superhero television series based on the French book series *Les Pyjamasques* by Romuald Racioppo.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

PJ Masks is an animated children's superhero television series based on the French book series *Les Pyjamasques* by Romuald Racioppo. It follows three children who become masked heroes at night and work as a team to stop villains. The series premiered in 2015 and was broadcast internationally, including on Disney Junior in the United States.

Premise

The series follows Connor, Amaya, and Greg, three children who transform into superhero alter egos after dark and protect their town from various villains. The format combines action-adventure plots with teamwork and problem-solving.

Production

PJ Masks is an animated adaptation of *Les Pyjamasques*. It was produced by Frog Box and Hasbro Entertainment in collaboration with TeamTO and Walt Disney EMEA Productions Limited, with participation from French broadcasters on later seasons.

Broadcast history

The show premiered on Disney Junior in the United States in 2015 and aired internationally through Disney-branded channels. In France, it has been shown on France 5 and TF1, and later seasons continued under the *Power Heroes* subtitle.

Characters and themes

The central heroes are Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko. The series commonly emphasizes friendship, cooperation, and learning from mistakes while the characters battle recurring villains.

Key facts

  • Based on the French book series *Les Pyjamasques* by Romuald Racioppo.
  • Main characters are Connor, Amaya, and Greg, who become Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko.
  • Premiered on Disney Junior in the United States on September 18, 2015.
  • The sixth season is titled *Power Heroes* (2023–2024).
  • Internationally broadcast on Disney Channel and Disney Junior, with French broadcasts on France 5 and TF1.
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Canadian context

PJ Masks is a globally distributed children's series that also reached Canadian audiences through Disney-branded television platforms and streaming services available in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

What is PJ Masks about?
It is about three children who become superheroes at night and fight villains while learning teamwork and responsibility.
What is PJ Masks based on?
It is based on the French book series *Les Pyjamasques* by Romuald Racioppo.
Who are the main characters?
The main trio is Connor, Amaya, and Greg, whose superhero identities are Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko.
When did PJ Masks first air?
It premiered on September 18, 2015, in the United States.
What is the sixth season called?
The sixth season is titled *Power Heroes*.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PJ_Masks
    Supports: Series origin, premise, production companies, international broadcast, season information
  2. Wikipedia (Spanish)https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/PJ_Masks
    Supports: Premise, main characters, superhero identities, premiere date
  3. Common Sense Mediahttps://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/pj-masks
    Supports: Premiere date, network, main characters, themes, TV-Y rating
  4. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt4148744/
    Supports: Series format, genre, running years, premise
  5. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_PJ_Masks_episodes
    Supports: Production credits and U.S. debut