Well when my parents watched this along time ago(probably when i was like 4) I accidentally walked in once. NOT REALLY A KIDS SHOW!! NOT FOR DA YOUNG ONES! Lots of... bloooood...
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ER
(Rated TV-14, Drama, Starring Mekhi Phifer, Maura Tierney, Goran Visnjic, Where to watch: NBC, DVD, Download)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 15, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 15. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Excellent, but the ER is no place for children.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 15–18
What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About ER
Parents need to know that this show is not for young audiences. It's an intense medical drama with graphic situations (lots of blood and surgeries) and mature storylines. Death, disease, and physical injuries are a part of each episode. Rape, neglect, physical abuse, spousal abuse, teen pregnancy, abortion, and incest have all been plots involving young kids and teens. Some patients have serious psychological ailments. The sexual relationships between doctors are often at the center of the drama. Parents will want to watch with their teens and be prepared for a follow-up conversation. Parents also should know that the program repeats on TNT during the late morning hours, so be aware that kids who are home from school may be tuning in. If you allow your teen to watch, make sure s/he is comfortable seeing gross visuals of blood and surgeries.
Read our full review by Jill Murphy
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about whether or not they think the situations presented on the show are realistic. How do the doctors cope with their highly stressful jobs, make tough decisions, and deal with life-and-death situations?
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Lives in TexasI rate this title iffy for age 16 and give itUMMM..
- Lives in MichiganI rate this title on for age 13 and give it
I love this show so much
OMG I'm 13 and I love love love this show but if you dont like blood and guts dont watch is.
- Lives in NebraskaI rate this title on for age 17 and give it
ER ROCKS ON NBC!!!!
ER IS A GREAT TV SHOW! I LOVE IT! NOW THAT JOHN STAMOS IS IN IT! I LIKE JOE! HE'S SUCH A CUTE BABY BOY! DO YOU?
- Lives in NebraskaI rate this title on for age 13 and give it
John Stamos Rocks!!!!
John Stamos plays Tony; really really good! I want to see more! Don't go off the air; ER!
- Lives in South CarolinaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
I LOVE THIS SHOW
I LOVE THIS SHOW
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