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The Dudesons

(Rated TV-MA, Reality TV, Starring Jukka Hilden, Jarno Leppala, HP Parviainen, Where to watch: Spike)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 16, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 15.

  • Is it any good?

    2.0

  • Common Sense says

    Stunts with real consequences; NOT for kids.

Why We Rated This off for Ages 15 and Under

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    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.

  • 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.

  • Consumerism:

    Episodes feature some rock bands and guests from other TV shows, including Bam Margera.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Occasional drinking and smoking by adults.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Dudesons

Parents need to know that this imported reality show is a non-stop succession of extremely violent acts performed as entertainment. Imitating them could potentially lead to serious injury and/or death. As a result, this series is not recommended for tweens or young teens, and parents should exercise caution when allowing older teens to watch, too. Parents should also know that the show includes moments of brief nudity and sexualizes women. The only up side is the series' positive representation of close (albeit rather destructive) friendship.

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Families Can Talk About

  • 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?
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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 15
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    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 4.0

    must be mature, and have the right sense of humor

    The dudesons are hilarious to me, yet the show gives a precaution of "do not try this at home" but that will probably get the kids to do it more. I watch them for entertainment. NOT for examples of what I should try out. Think about letting your kid watch it before you do or don't. (Jackass: the movie got millions of kids to do the shopping cart thing and most of which died) so think... that's all you have to do.

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