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The Closer

(Rated TV-14, Drama, Starring Kyra Sedgwick, J.K. Simmons, Jon Tenney, Where to watch: TNT, DVD, Download)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 14.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Riveting crime drama with a strong female lead.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–18

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Role models are complex but very moral. Some lying, implied premarital sex. The main female character is very strong, and the supporting characters are racially diverse. Some discussion of corruption.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Dead bodies, some blood, discussion of weapons and murders, computer re-creations of crime scenes.
  • Sex:

    Discussion of dating practices. Kissing, hugging.
  • Language:

    Moderate adult language -- "ass," etc.
  • Consumerism:

    Johnson's obsession with snacks provides glimpses of products, like a Special K snack bar.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Some social drinking. Discussion of drugs in relation to crimes.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Closer

Parents need to know that this crime drama's main character is a strong, smart female in a complex role. That said, since the series is about murder investigations, dead bodies, blood, and intensely emotional interrogations are all shown frequently. Crimes sometimes involve drugs and other nefarious activity.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the show's main character. What makes Johnson so interesting? How is she different from other characters on crime shows? What does her relationship with the other main female character say about female relationships, especially in the workplace? How does race play out in the drama -- is it even a factor?
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  1. Teen Reviewer
    Age 14
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 5.0

    great show!

    good show. I like the cat in it!

  2. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in Kentucky
    Kids ages: 5, 7, 13
    I rate this title on for age 15 and give it 5.0

    ok for some older teens

    if you let your kids see this make sure they understand not to do any of the things on this movie except for kissing maybe

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0

    Kyra Sedgwick is definetely The Closer!

    This is a great drama. It's different than all the other law dramas out there (which I like too). It has great writing and great acting. The time flies when I watch it and I can't wait until the next episode. It has a great sense of humor too. It's just a greatly written show!

  4. Kid Reviewer
    Age 9
    Lives in North Carolina
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 4.0

    Kira Sedgewick mixes crime with comedy

    I said it wasn't good for kids my age because most kids aren't like me wit watching t.v.

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Tennessee
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 5.0

    laugh, cry & be puzzled

    Loved Kyra on the soap "Another World" & in movies but this is her place, she does a terrific job. My hubby & I never miss an episode. The Closer has about everything, comedy, drama, mystery, adventure & everyday events that don't necessarily happen to all of us but could, like losing your cell phone, getting lost in a new town, etc. Hope The Closer, with the same cast, last a long, long, long time. I love everyone on the team, they are great actors & really compliment each other.

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