24
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Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
A tense thriller for adults and mature teens.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 15–18
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of 24 was written by Sierra Filucci
Parents need to know that this very addictive series is all about terrorism. The violence is relentless, albeit mostly bloodless, and the lead character is rarely remorseful. Villains are sometimes portrayed stereotypically, although, in general, the show depicts women and minorities without bias. Discussion of sex is common, but not a major plot element. Because 24 is expressly designed to be addictive, parents not wanting their teens to watch all 24 episodes, should probably not let them watch even one.
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about world politics as it relates to terrorism, as well as concepts of good and evil. The series' frequent moral quandaries can provide good jumping-off points for talking to teens about right and wrong. Does the end justify the means? What would they do in Jack's position? How does the show make them feel about the way government and politics operate?
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What’s the Story?
Is It Any Good?
While Jack is the heroic good guy, his aggressive tactics diminish his character as a role model. Sometimes the series' formula wears thin, with certain scenarios playing out over and over again, but well-developed characters, especially CTU agent Chloe O'Brian (Mary Lynn Rajskub), keep it interesting.
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I rate this title iffy for age 16 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
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I rate this title iffy for age 16 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
ok not that good only for older teens and adults. As a movie: Rated R for some graphic violence, disturbing content, and brief sensual content.
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I rate this title iffy for age 16 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
adults only
since im a kid i dont like it cuz i thought it was an action. but a great show for adults
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I rate this title off for age 17 and give it
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- Inappropriate language
iffy for 22 and up
this show is not for children this is rated TV-14-V and for adults only 22 and up
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I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
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- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Fine for kids 12-13 with parental guidance and fine to watch alone past that :)
I started watching 24 with my parents when I was 12. It was fine, there were some scary parts then which is why I was glad my parents were there. But when I turned 14 I started watching it alone and I wasn't scared at all. Some of the moments are suspenseful but not that scary. If your kids are sensitive I would advice not letting them watch it until they are about 14-15. Definitely whatever the child's age watch the first few episodes with them incase there are any problems. The actual show is amazing. It is by far my favourite show on TV. It is insanely addictive, and no matter how hard you try you can't stop watching it. There are death and fighting scenes but you see surprising little blood and no gore. But all the time Jack is fighting for the country.
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I rate this title on for age 14 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
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I rate this title iffy for age 15 and give it
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- Excessive violence
An Action Classic!
24 is rated TV-14 for terrorist themes, strong violence, gore, mild language, and occasional strong sexual content.
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I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
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- Good role models
10+
I LOVE IT! quite a bit of violence but nothing over the top! no blood not gore are dead bodies with bullet holes and blood but lots of shooting. jack is trying to save his country
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Kids ages: 17
I rate this title off for age 17 and give it- My concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Negative role models
Horrendous; over-the-top gratuitous display of violence.
Hate it. I watched it for a season and a half until the violence--particularly the portrayal of torture as an appropriate option--crossed the line into gratuitous pandering to the viewers' worst instincts. Pass on this one, no matter how riveting.
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I rate this title off for age 17 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
Good for a mature audience
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I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
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- Excessive violence
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- Good role models
i think under 10 it would get scary also (not to be sexist but girls dont like violence as much so maybe 13 for girls"
I love this show ive been watching it since its come on tv which was like 7 years ago ( im now 17 its an amazing show and jack teaches a lesson to kids "dont be a terrorist...or you will die "
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I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
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- Excessive violence
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- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Best show ever
Awesome show
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I rate this title on for age 15 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
perfect for tweens and up
THE BEST SHOW EVER!!! The drinking, drugs, and smocking isn't that bad exept for seson 3.also there isn't a lot sexual behavior or language. All though there is a lot of violence and not many role modles exspishily jake.
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I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
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- Excessive violence
Good for tweens and up
This is the favorite show of all time for me, my father,and my grandfather. Their is alot of violence. Not much sex. Mild language. Minimal use of drugs.Except Season 3.
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I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
not for young the ones
The best show ever though. Love it
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Kids ages: 3, 7, 15
I rate this title on for age 16 and give it
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- Excessive violence
Perfect for action lovers, but not for tweens and below
Parents, the review is correct - this series is addictive. My wife and I jokingly call it the "meth of tv shows". We are "catching up" on viewing by watching the DVD sets, and find that we are often watching 4 episodes at a time. The show definitely has a lot of violence and adult-themed situations, where choices have to be made that are not always the safest, but believed to best for all concerned. And because parents have different attitudes towards some of this type of material as it relates to their own children, we would recommend that they watch it themselves first, before making a decision about whether their children should see it.
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I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
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- Excessive violence
addicting
its the best tv show ever. i watch 3 0r 4 episodes a night on dvd and its just so awesome. i havent seen every season yet but im hoping 2
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I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
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- Excessive violence
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- Good role models
Tweens and UP!
Although it has a lot of violence, 24, teaches about maturity and how to confront the real world
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I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it
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- Excessive violence
Great show
This is the best tv show ever. This does have nonstop violence some more gory than others.
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I rate this title off for age 15 and give it
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- Excessive violence
e.g. Perfect for older kids, but not for tweens
great
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