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Engaged & Underage

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Where to watch: MTV, Online)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 11, age appropriate for kids over 13; suggested age 13.

  • Is it any good?

    2.0

  • Common Sense says

    Tame by MTV standards, but not "I do"-worthy.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 13 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Some families are supportive of the weddings, while others voice strong opposition. The show takes a somewhat neutral approach.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Some episodes feature very heated arguments.

  • Sex:

    Some kissing, holding hands, hugging. Discussion of sex, including safe-sex practices. In one episode, bachelor night antics include the groom wearing fishnet stockings, a bra and a G-string in public.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Some social drinking in background.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Engaged & Underage

Parents need to know that this documentary-like reality show is about young people (ages 18-22) getting married. Viewers see real people dealing with the stress of wedding preparations; naturally, plenty of arguments -- ranging from eye-rolling passive aggressiveness to screaming matches -- ensue. Couples and their families sometimes discuss sex (especially wedding-night sex), religious beliefs, and financial matters. Bachelor-party antics include the groom-to-be wearing women's underwear in public.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about marriage. Parents, if you're married, how old were you when you said, "I do"? Would you want your kids to get married at around the same age? How can the age at which you get married affect your life? What are the pros and cons of marrying young? How about marrying when you're older? Does watching this show change your opinion of marriage at all?
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  1. Adult Reviewer
    KimmieSu
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 0.0

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    Anonymous
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 4.0

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    tommysportsgirl
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 2.0

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  4. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    NatLover101
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    i love this show

    this is my fav show i am watching it right now

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  5. Adult Reviewer
    mariachera
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 3.0

    its really good

    I think is goos because it shows you that young people do care about marriage and that they want to be good people

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