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The Doodlebops

(Rated TV-Y, Children's live action, Starring Lisa Lennox, Chad McNamara, Jonathan Wexler, Where to watch: Disney Channel, DVD, Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 4; suggested age 4.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Puppets, music, and trippy colors kids will love!

Why We Rated This on for Ages 4 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Lessons are taught through music, puppets, singing, and dancing.
 

What to watch out for

  • 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 The Doodlebops

Parents need to know that this series is relatively harmless. With their colorful costumes, psychedelic house, very special bus, and eternal cheeriness, the Doodlebops could be the most annoying characters ever -- for adults. But ultimately, they're sincere and sweet enough to win over most children. You'll find songs, dancing, games, magic, and silliness galore, all aimed at the preschool set.

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  1. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in Oklahoma
    I rate this title on for age 3 and give it 5.0

    THIS SHOW ROCKS!

    This Show Is Full Of Cool Songs And Lots Of Pizzazz!

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 2.0

    The Doodlebops is a show about a musical group called... well... The Doodlebops. They're a good-natured trio of clowns, however, you should keep in mind that since several people (mainly children, but many adults) suffer from coulrophobia, the fear of clowns and costumed characters. I had/have it myself, and if I saw this show at age five, I would be scared silly! Also, remember that as the songs are catchy (and this is not necessarily a good thing), you might find yourself getting on the bus and humming 'Get on the Bus'. However, this show's obviously very clean, and if you're fine with the music, and your child's fine with the characters, you may very well love it!

  3. I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 2.0

    good for 1-6 year olds

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Ohio
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    GREAT

    MY DAUGHTER HAS LOVED THESE GUYS SINCE WE BROUGHT HER HOME FROM THE HOSPITAL. SHE STOPPED CRYING INSTANTLY, AND THATS WHEN WE FELL IN LOVE WITH EM. I DON'T FIND THE DOODLEBOPS ANNOYING AT ALL. IT'S A GREAT SHOW FOR NEWBORNS TO PRESCHOOLERS. I THINK ANY OLDER AND THEY MAY GET BORED WITH IT, BUT I DUNNO.

  5. Adult Reviewer
    I rate this title off for age 2 and give it 0.0

    Like Chewing Tinfoil

    This has to be the WORST thing you could bring into your house. Bad concept, bad costumes, bad music... Bad creatives over at Disney. Disney has taken the Tween format and taste and applied it to the Pull-ups crowd. Flaming Lips for Kids it ain't.

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