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TV reviews for drama, magic and fantasy, adventures & trains

27 results
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    Hemlock Grove

    High school-set horror series is gory, sexy, and strange.
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    17
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Vikings

    Violent, mature drama has amiable, legendary hero.
    AGE
    15
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Cult

    Puzzling, absorbing thriller is also violent and creepy.
    AGE
    15
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Power Rangers Ninja Storm

    Kids will love this violent, rather clever superhero show.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Beauty and the Beast

    Fantasy police procedural lacks a certain fairy tale charm.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Arrow

    Dark superhero tale raises discussion points for teens.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    666 Park Avenue

    Creepy drama has devilish themes and dark, violent visuals.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Touch

    Kiefer's emotional drama explores fatherhood, connections.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Awake

    Very high concept elevates somewhat violent cop procedural.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Jim Henson's The Storyteller

    Dark but masterful retellings of classic fairy tales with top-notch actors.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The River

    Chilling paranormal-adventure show isn't for faint of heart.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Alcatraz

    Dark, supernatural drama with strong violence, some humor.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Fades

    Intense BBC sci-fi zombie horror series with teen heroes.
    AGE
    15
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Grimm

    Fairy tale-inspired show has more blood than happy endings.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Are You Afraid of the Dark?

    Spooky campfire stories are fun for resilient kids.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Once Upon a Time

    Fresh take on fairy tales is moody fun for teens & adults.
    AGE
    12
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    The Secret Circle

    Witchy thriller has sexy edge that's best for mature teens.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Game of Thrones

    Artful fantasy series heavy on sexuality and violence.
    AGE
    17
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Supah Ninjas
    Martial arts action has some good takeaways for kids.
    AGE
    6
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Avalon High

    Modern Camelot-inspired tale has great messages for kids.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    The Vampire Diaries

    Blood, violence are the real draw in angsty vampire drama.
    AGE
    15
     
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    (TV, 2009)
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    H2O: Just Add Water

    Aussie mermaids send positive messages to tweens.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2008)
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    Flight 29 Down

    Teen tale of deserted island survival.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2005)
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    Little House on the Prairie

    Classic pioneer drama is one for the books.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2005)
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    Mentors
    Blasts from the past teach teen how to deal.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2005)