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CSI: NY

(Rated TV-PG, Drama, Starring Gary Sinise, Melina Kanakaredes, Carmine Giovinazzo, Where to watch: CBS, DVD, Download)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 15, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 15.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Mature, captivating forensic whodunit.

updated 04.03.09

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 15–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The CSI team is smart and well-intentioned, but the criminals are definitely bad role models.
  • Violence:

    The depictions of the crimes are often graphic and gruesome, as in all of the shows in the CSI franchise.
  • Sex:

    When sexual content appears in the show, it's usually related to a crime that has taken place.
  • Language:

    Words like "bitch" and "ass" are routinely used by suspects and witnesses.
  • Consumerism:

    Cellular phones are touted, as are their ring tones.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Some of the criminal behavior is focused on drug distribution and/or consumption.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About CSI: NY

Parents need to know that this spin-off is just as violent and mature as the immensely popular original. While the behavior displayed by the CSI team is beyond reproach (with only a few minor infractions), the criminals' rap sheet includes assault, murder, and drug use.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the science behind the show, using that to transition into conversations about what teens are learning in science class. Could what they're learning be used to investigate crime? Do they think science is something they'd like to pursue as a career? On another tack, how do teens feel about the crimes depicted in the show? Is the neat nature of the episodes' plots a realistic reflection of crime solving?
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  1. Teen Reviewer
    Age 13
    Lives in Illinois
    I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use
    • Negative role models

    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    GREAT SHOW

    I love this show. I am 13 years old, but I have been watching the show since it came out in .. 2004? It is one of my favorite shows and some things may not be "age appropiate" for me but I still watch it and fully understand it. I think its great and if your mature enough you should be able to watch it at ages 11+.

  2. Teen Reviewer
    Age 16
    Lives in Washington
    I rate this title on for age 15 and give it 5.0

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 17 and give it 5.0

    I THINK THAT CSI NY IS REALLY COOL

    HERE IS A SHOW THAT SHOWS HOW THEY SLOVE CRIMES IN THE BIG APPLE (EVEN TOHUNGT THEY FLIM IT IN LA.)

  4. Teen Reviewer
    Age 13
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 5.0

    A great "Whodunnit?" TV show....

    I've always been a fan of Sinise and started to watch this TV show mainly because of him. After a while, I come to like it for the great script and acting. Leaves you guessing untill the very end. Best of the CSIs.

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