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The Cosby Show

(Rated TV-G, Comedy, Starring Bill Cosby, Phylicia Rashad, Sabrina Le Beauf, Where to watch: Nickelodeon, TBS, Syndicated, DVD, Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7.
  • Is it any good?

    5.0
  • Common Sense says

    Classic family sitcom offers fun with its lessons.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 7 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The show is the epitome of racial diversity, as the family is African-American and their friends are white, Asian, and Jewish. The Huxtables are exemplary role models in family life and the professional world.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Kissing between teenagers and their significant others, but nothing more.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

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

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Cosby Show

Parents need to know that this show centers on an African-American family whose parents are educated professionals. Their parenting methods are gentle and trusting, and the kids respond with respect and a clear realization of what's expected of them. Nearly all of the comedy in the show relates to the family and childrearing. Very little of the subject matter will concern parents, which makes it an excellent choice for families.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the dynamics within the Huxtable home. How do the family members relate to each other? How realistic does their life seem? What types of challenges do they face that seem like your own? Are there any that you can't relate to? Families can also discuss the emphasis the Huxtables put on education. How can education change and improve a person's life?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Awesome show!

    Best show ever! Its good for families and its On for everyone! Its funny but it also always has very good role models and morals!

  2. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 10 and give it 5.0

    Great family TV!

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 5.0

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Utah
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 3.0

    Its an okay show for the family.

    There has been some questionable episodes, it has mild humor, but a great lesson.

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Illinois
    I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give it 4.0

    nothing for me to say.

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