I did not see the original. A little past my Nick times. I watched both today. I loved them both. Simple silly no agenda. I did like original Edd better because his seemingly clueless (as most teen/early twenties are) personality not knowing others being mean or disrespecting him and always happy and loving what he do was more believable but he pulled off the adult version. Still happy, still a good guy and always there for his friends. I loved what he names his children. Glad no rebellious teens they all were Edd happy. You're not going to see politics or agendas, just silly simple happy fun. Watch both with your kids and just enjoy.