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The Great American Dream Vote

(Rated TV-PG, Game shows, Starring Donny Osmond, Where to watch: ABC, Online)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Game show audience makes wishes come true.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 8 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Most contestants are competing for something that would be useful to themselves or others. Some wishes include gifts for loved ones or ways to protect animals. Normal game show greed is minimal.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Some episodes may briefly mention things like illness or family loss.

  • Sexy stuff:

    "Dream Girls" wear short, slinky dresses and escort contestants off stage.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    Occasional co-branded advertisements (Toyota) link the end of a segment with the commercial break.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Great American Dream Vote

Parents need to know that this unique game show puts the audience in charge of making contestants' dreams -- which usually involve needing money -- come true. Dreams run the gamut from the selfless (starting an animal sanctuary) to the more predictable (improving one's looks or giving romantic gifts to partners). Competition is generally tame and civil but occasionally includes mild insults. In one episode, a contestant briefly mentions children with cancer dying. The "Great American Dream Girls" -- who don't speak and wear short, slinky dresses -- make brief but regular appearances to deliver voting results to the host and escort losers off stage.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about what sets this series apart from other game shows. Do you think the contestants on this show seem as greedy as those on other game shows? Why or why not? What would you play for if you were on the show? Speaking of which, families can also discuss their dreams. What are your dreams? What would it take to make them come true? Is money the main thing holding you back, or is it something else? Has anyone in your family made his or her dream come true?
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