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American Dad

(Rated TV-14, Comedy, Starring Seth MacFarlane, Wendy Schaal, Scott Grimes, Where to watch: Fox, DVD, Online)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 14.

  • Is it any good?

    2.0

  • Common Sense says

    Not as funny or smart as Family Guy.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Most of the laughs derive from a character's lack of common sense.

  • Violence:

    Cartoon violence for humorous purposes.

  • Sex:

    Sex is often discussed or implied in a humorous way.

  • Language:

    It's TV, but it's still raunchier than your average cartoon.

  • Consumerism:

    A great deal of the humor directly references pop culture.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Occasional drinking.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About American Dad

Parents need to know that this show tries to shock. It was created by the creator of Family Guy and appeals to the same audience. The lead character is a conservative C.I.A. agent who unquestioningly loves his country and his gun. The show has rampant sexual humor, some political jokes, and an alien character that drinks too much. Nothing in the series attempts to be realistic.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about Stan Smith's unflinching patriotism and machismo, and how they often blind his judgment. They can also discuss the family's repeated attempts to come together amidst each episode's zaniness.
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  1. Parent Reviewer
    Human
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

    usually at 11 kids understand the jokes

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  2. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    peanutbuttergurl ...
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 3.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use

    family guy wuz better...needless to say

    guns, homosexuality, racial jokes, sexual themes and wtf wuz fox thinking? not as naerly as funny as family. and you wtach the latest season, not exacly an on for 9 year olds. my 10 year old cousin didn't get half the jokes given anyway

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  3. Kid Reviewer Age 9
    simpsonsfan81
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language

    the 4th best tv show in the world

    more 9 year old friendly than family guy

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  4. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    zackaback
    I rate this title on for age 14 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Inappropriate sexual content
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    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use

    Funny Show

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  5. Kid Reviewer Age 10
    kyugoyufrdi76f7i ...
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content

    9+

    great

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