23 minSeason 2 • Episode 13
LatestWhen their aspiring scientist friend Barry's invention goes awry, best friends Shelby and Cyd gain the power to leap forward and backward in time whenever they want – and sometimes when they don't. Now, they experience the twists and turns of friendship and must decide between fixing mistakes in the past or catching a glimpse of the future. While Barry and his assistant, Naldo, try to figure out how to replicate time travel for themselves, Cyd and Shelby use their newfound power to navigate high school life and Shelby's mischievous twin brothers, Bret and Chet.
Acting
Lauren Taylor and Landry Bender's chaotic chemistry carries every timeline.
Writing
Surprisingly clever time-travel rules for a kids' show.
Practical Effects
Bret and Chet's twin pranks are practical comedy gold.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The show was created by Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas, who also developed Randy Cunningham: 9th Grade Ninja—explaining the shared chaotic energy and rapid-fire jokes.
Best Friends Whenever joined Disney Channel's 2015 'girl power' wave alongside Girl Meets World and K.C. Undercover, but its cancellation after two seasons made it a cult favorite among fans who still campaign for closure.
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