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    GCB

    Drama + comedy in the Bible Belt = feisty fun for grown-ups.
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    15
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Dance Academy

    This fun Australian teen drama paints a more realistic picture of teen life than many other shows targeted at this age group.
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    12
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Franklin and Friends

    Friendly animal pals have positive social messages for kids.
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    4
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Battleground

    Hopeful political drama with some drinking, marital strife.
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    15
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Key & Peele

    Witty sketch comedy series takes on race, stereotypes.
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    15
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Sailor Moon

    Classic magical girl anime is action-packed and fun.
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    10
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Unsupervised

    Adult-aimed animated comedy features sex-obsessed teens.
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    16
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Frenemies

    Tween-friendly movie lightly addresses bullying, popularity.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Are You There, Chelsea?

    Handler-inspired comedy has edgy humor, lots of alcohol.
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    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Firm

    Dense legal drama with strong hero has mature themes.
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    14
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Busy World of Richard Scarry

    Friendly book characters teach kids about cooperation.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Austin & Ally

    Squeaky-clean musical series with platonic boy-girl friends.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too

    Silly old bear's sweet holiday tale will delight families.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Mr. Young

    Genius-teen-turned-teacher tale has merit for kids.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness

    Martial arts adventures have positive messages for kids.
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    6
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Monster High: Fright On

    Toy-inspired movie has strong messages but iffy body images.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    The Dick Van Dyke Show

    Kennedy-era comedy series offers good family fun.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Hey Dude

    Classic Nick sitcom is cheesy but has merit for kids.
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    6
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Handy Manny Great Garage Rescue

    Sweet bilingual story celebrates community and family ties.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Suburgatory

    Edgy, satirical comedy is fun for older teens, adults.
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    14
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    3rd & Bird

    Colorful bird community celebrates diversity, cooperation.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    New Girl

    Heartwarming roommate comedy with innuendo, drinking.
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    13
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    The Game of Life

    Iconic board game makes for fun family entertainment.
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    6
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    The Secret Circle

    Witchy thriller has sexy edge that's best for mature teens.
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    14
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Clarissa Explains It All

    Fun '90s show deals thoughtfully with coming-of-age issues.
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    8
     
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    (TV, 2011)