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Inked

(Rated NR, Reality TV, Starring Carey Hart, Where to watch: A&E, DVD)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 14.

  • Is it any good?

    2.0

  • Common Sense says

    Edgy tattoo parlor exploits are iffy for kids.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Shows people doing jobs that they take seriously and enjoy. But some regulars exhibit poor role model behavior, like driving too fast and procrastinating.

  • Violence:

    Tattoo needles are seen piercing skin, but there's no blood.

  • Sex:

    Some blurred nudity during tattoo application, as well as tight/skimpy clothing. Heavy flirting, hugging, talk about sex and attraction.

  • Language:

    Regular bleeped profanity.

  • Consumerism:

    Promotes Hart & Huntington shop and Carey Hart as a professional athlete.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Occasional episodes include stories about drug addiction. Some social drinking.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Inked

Parents need to know that this reality show takes place in a tattoo parlor, so if you don't want your kids to be fascinated by body art, this isn't for them. (That said, it might be a reality check for anyone who wants a tattoo: The needle is visible, and clients sometimes wince in pain during the process.) Breasts, rear ends, and other sensitive areas appear, though key areas are blurred onscreen. Expect some skimpy outfits and innuendo-laden conversations; some tattoo artists also speak frankly about sex and the pursuit of sex, as well as their general admiration of bodies. Parlor workers flirt, date, play, and argue with one another regularly; some indulge in reckless behavior.

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