This is one of the only good shows Disney Channel has left because it's funny. It's a very interesting take on Barbarians with the main character as a coward and the characters are so silly and stupid, they're just lovable. The plots are stupid, everything is stupid, but that's because the show is supposed to be stupid! People need to realize that, and it's one of the more original ideas Disney ever had.
Tools for this page
Dave the Barbarian
(Rated TV-Y, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Danny Cooksy, Erica Luttrell, Tress MacNeille, Where to watch: Disney Channel)
-
Is it age appropriate?
About our ratings(Flash is loading. If this text does not disappear you need to install the latest flash version)
Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6. -
Is it any good?
-
Common Sense says
All muscle, no depth; OK, but kids can do better.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 6 and Up
What to watch out for
-
Violence & scariness:
-
Sexy stuff:
-
Language:
-
Consumerism:
-
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
What Parents Need to Know
About Dave the Barbarian
Parents need to know that the title character is a barbarian who has bulging muscles but is afraid of his own shadow. The female characters are stereotyped as self-absorbed and vicious. The entire series is filled with awkward jokes, chaotic plotlines, and unoriginal animation.
Read our full review by Pam Gelman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about what their kids think about the mixed message the show sends -- that settling disputes with discussion is better than using violence, all the while portraying Dave as a wimp for not fighting. Are the female characters role models in any way?
Want more? Get Common Sense recommendations delivered to your inbox.
You are now subscribed to the Common Sense weekly newsletter!
To write reviews and create a public profile, complete your account set-up here.
Our Members Say
See all 20 member reviews
Most Recent Reviews
Lives inI rate this title on for age 2 and give itOkay, the people at CS are being idiots again
- Lives in KansasI rate this title off for age 2 and give it
i am glad its gone
i hate this show i am glad its gone
- Lives in VirginiaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
This show is Great.
Dave the barbarian is just Great. It moves away from the obvious humour of most children's shows and gives intelligent children a bit more credit; with its different, random style of humour. Like Monty Python for kids. I love it, and as a selective school student I am around a lot of intelligent kids who also love it. It's definately not your average kids' show; in a good way.
- Lives inI rate this title on for age 8 and give it
- Lives inI rate this title on for age 5 and give it
Give Recommendations, Get Them, Too!
Become a member and get recommendations from other parents based on your child's age.
Already a member? Log in
Our Members Rate It
Have You Seen It? 
For Your Family
Get age-based recommendations for your kids:
Customize based on your child's age
