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Dexter's Laboratory

(Rated TV-G, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Nadia Dajani, Where to watch: Boomerang)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 8.

  • Is it any good?

    2.0

  • Common Sense says

    Dexter and pals use science to set iffy examples.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 8–9

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Dexter and Dee Dee set questionable examples with physical and verbal violence, and their parents are completely aloof.

  • Violence & scariness:

    This cartoon frequently glamorizes weapons such as knives, swords, guns, and bow and arrows.

  • Sexy stuff:

    One segment features a silhouette of a naked woman.

  • Language:

    Words like "stupid" and "idiot" regularly pop up in dialogue.

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    One episode features a chain-smoking waitress, and the customers drink beer.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Dexter's Laboratory

Parents need to know that even though this series features witty writing and sharp animation, the characters may leave a bad taste in some parents' mouths because they conduct themselves so poorly.

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  • Families can talk about the benefits of science. How can you use science to expand your knowledge and help people? Does Dexter use scientific knowledge in a positive way? Do the ends ever justify the means?
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  1. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Sanjay407
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title iffy for age 9 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use
    • Negative message

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  2. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    the Liberator
    I rate this title on for age 4 and give it 5.0

    the expression on my picture explains all

    I Love Dexters Laboratory when i was really really small it was one of my favorite shows i just loved how big and shiny his lab was i thought it was a great cartoon plus..... HOW CAN U GUYS GIVE DEXTERS LABORATORY 2 STARS!?!! thats insane i think anyone 4 and up can watch it not the insanely high 9+ rating.. insane also i have no concerns i think its not scary sexy or any of that bad stuff

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  3. Kid Reviewer Age 10
    jdog37908
    I rate this title on for age 10 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content

    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages

    Good

    It is really good but one episode features Dexter naked and shows his tush. Other than that it's fine.

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  4. Kid Reviewer Age 10
    nascar
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title on for age 6 and give it 5.0

    liers!

    dexter's laboratory is not 2 stars because it was famous

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  5. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Invader_Zib
    Lives in Georgia
    I rate this title on for age 6 and give it 4.0

    Cartoon Network- YU ARE "GENIUS"!

    I love yur animation style and humor! Nick can only DREAM of being as great as you are! And, in my opinion, NICK COPIED YU!!!! DEXTER IS WAAAAY BETTER THAN JIMMY NEUTRON!!! ~InvaderZib~(THE ALIEN LOVE CHILD!)

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