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Darcy's Wild Life

(Rated TV-Y7, Comedy, Starring Sara Paxton, Kevin Symons, Shannon Collis, Where to watch: Discovery Kids)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8.
  • Is it any good?

    2.0
  • Common Sense says

    Glamour girl moves to a farm -- silly slapstick.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 8 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Darcy is a stereotypical dumb blonde -- not a great role model. But her ditziness is balanced by her intelligent, responsible friend.
  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

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

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Darcy's Wild Life

Parents need to know that this series intends to give a spoiled rich girl a touch of reality by moving her from the city to a farm. The main character is goodhearted but not too bright -- in other words, a stereotypical dumb blonde. Her redeeming qualities are her positive attitude and genuine affection for others. There's no real depth here -- just a lot of giddy, goofy silliness.

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  • Families can talk about Darcy's stereotypical character. Is she typical? Does she remind you of anyone -- famous or otherwise? Is there anything realistic about the series? Do the influences of city life create less of an opportunity to teach responsibility?

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  1. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in South Carolina
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 2.0

    Darcy's Wild Life

    Sexual Content (Not an Issue): Some flirting. Violence (Not an Issue): Lots of slapstick. Language (Not an Issue): None. Social Behavior (Pause): Darcy is good-hearted, but she's stereotyped as a dumb blonde. Commercialism (Pause): Some brand names are dropped. Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco (Not an Issue): None.

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in South Carolina
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 3.0

    Not good, not bad

    What an original plot! *sarcasm* A rich girl has to get a taste of normal life. Darcy is good-hearted, but she isn't exactly the sharpest crayon in the box. Typical dumb blonde stereotype. The show isn't very funny (only rarely it is), and the quirky situations that Darcy gets into get old quickly as they seem to recycle the plot with a new twist for each episode. And of course, what would a comedy be without slapstick humor? This show is good stuff for kids 7 and older. But be warned - you may lose a few brain cells watching this show.

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in North Carolina
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 5.0

    O.K. ; Not Really Funny

    There is some humor in Darcy's Wild Life, but nothing really funny. Darcy's life is unrealistic in the way that she is so full of Hollywood and fashion. Most of the local charcters are ridiculus and Darcy is too naieve for my taste. Darcy has little true personality or special interest. the best part of this program is probably the veterinary office.

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Colorado
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 4.0

    Entertaining for all

    This comedy treads on light water since it is aimed at a wide range of ages. It appeals to kids and adults can also not feel the need to leave the room or change the channel. Because of this, it brings adults and kids together in a rare treat of enjoying something together. Advanced animal information is provided by the veternarian and a teen with a special interest in nature is there to give his own input as well. Sara Paxton in the lead is sweet thou innocent in her take on her new farm life and therein lies the smile value for all.

  5. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

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