The Dudesons - TV-MA
Stunts with real consequences; NOT for kids.
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- TV Rating: TV-MA
- Network: Spike
- Cast: Jukka Hilden, Jarno Leppala, HP Parviainen
- Genre: Reality TV
Parents need to know
Families can talk about what kinds of behavior should never be imitated and why. What are the consequences of participating in dangerous stunts and cruel practical jokes? What boundaries should you establish when playing pranks on others? What's the difference between playing a funny practical joke and being cruel?
Message
Social Behavior:
Characters engage in extremeley violent, irresponsible stunts that kids should not re-create at home. Some of the pranks they perform on each other result in serious pain. But the show also highlights the group's close friendship and how much they care about each other.
Consumerism:
Episodes feature some rock bands and guests from other TV shows, including Bam Margera.
Drugs/Alcohol/Tobacco:
Occasional drinking and smoking by adults.
Violence
Violence is real, and cast members are often severely injured. Injuries include bleeding, severe pain, and unconsciousness.
Sex
Occasional partial nudity, plus women in revealing clothing.
Language
Occasional profanity spoken in Finnish. Strong swear words are bleeped out.
Common Sense says
What's the story?
Reviewed by Melissa Camacho
Is it any good?
The Dudesons is an odd combination of truly violent acts and examples of close friendship. Yes, the men spend a lot of time playing pranks on each other, ranging from the silly to the outright brutal (in one scene, the group laughingly wakes up Jukka up by slamming his genitalia with a baseball bat). But in spite of the guys' apparent hostility, their pranks aren't mean-spirited; their stupidity is their unique way of bonding.
Unfortunately, the genuine affection the men have for each other and their pet pig, Britney, makes it frighteningly possible to overlook the socially irresponsible nature of what they do. Watching The Dudesons could have dire consequences for those who see the show before they're mature enough to understand that they shouldn't imitate it. As a result, even though the Finnish quartet is lovable and comical, it's impossible to consider their show appropriate for family viewing.
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