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Boy Meets World

(Rated TV-PG, Comedy, Starring Rider Strong, Ben Savage, Danielle Fishel, Where to watch: Disney Channel, DVD, Download)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 7, age appropriate for kids over 10; suggested age 10.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    A boy deals with friends and girls -- tweens OK.

updated 03.05.09

Why We Rated This on for Ages 10 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Cory consistently seeks advice from his parents and teacher/neighbor.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    As Cory and Topanga's relationship continues, sexual discussions take place, but still in a family-friendly format.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Boy Meets World

Parents need to know that this series now runs in syndication, so what was once the story of a young boy in junior high has in later seasons become about a young man in college. Consequently, later seasons deal with more adult issues, including sex, partying, a childhood crush that blossoms into adult love, and a best friend who comes from an unstable home life. Family relationships remain in the forefront, with parents questioning and supporting at all the necessary moments. Both tweens and teens can gain insight from the realistic issues.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about how their own kids might relate to some of the issues Cory faces. Cory's parents empower their son to make decisions and think through situations -- is this something your parents do? Is Cory typical/average? Why do his parents give him so much trust?
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  1. Teen Reviewer
    Age 16
    Lives in Vermont
    I rate this title on for age 7 and give it 5.0

    So funny!

    I started watching this show when i was four, but i have way older sibblings so in general i would say 6 or 7+ This show is so hilarious and well written. I love the show so much. Eric is so funny. Everyone should watch it and abcfamily should bring it back on. now i can only rely on my season of the show. anyways its fabulous watch it!

  2. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in Virginia
    Kids ages: 2, 4
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    WISH THEY WOULD MAKE NEW ONES!

    I think they could make some new shows with the old cast and call it something else, since they wouldn't be boys in school anymore!! The show was so good, I think this would be the only show that could get away with continuing. Pick up where they left off. I am in love with the show and watch it on DVD A LOT!! p.s. you can get ALL seven seasons online. I LOVE BEN AND I LOVE THE WHOLE CAST!!!!!!!!!!

  3. Teen Reviewer
    Age 15
    Lives in Minnesota
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 5.0

    Best show

    I love this show! I was waiting season 3 to come on DVD and i just found out that disney is not going to release it for some weird reason!

  4. Teen Reviewer
    Age 14
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    One of the best shows on televsion

    By far, Boy Meets World has been one of my favorite shows for as long as I have been watching TV (about when I was seven.) There is always an honest moral or lesson, and it's usually family-friendly. A must see for everyone.

  5. Teen Reviewer
    Age 14
    Lives in Indiana
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    one of my favorite tv shows!!!!!

    must watch for sure some eps. have some mild sexual content and mature themes so go ahead watch it just be careful for younger viewers.

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