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Jack and Bobby

(Rated TV-14, Drama, Starring Logan Lerman, Matt Long, John Slattery, Where to watch: WB)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 15.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Thoughtful but edgy examination of two brothers.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 15 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Uses a negative example (the mom is a pothead) but to good end.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    A fistfight between two ninth graders.
  • Sex:

    High school crush stuff.
  • Language:

    Some strong language at the beginning from the teens.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    The first episode plot revolves around pot.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Jack and Bobby

Parents need to know that the mother is caught in a lie about the identity of her sons' father, and that her addiction to marijuana impacts her younger son Bobby in two ways. First, it makes him sad that she's addicted and second, he steals her pot in the first episode to bribe his way into a cooler gang at school.

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    Lives in Kansas
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    i cried!

    what better show to help encourage teens into politics? I loved this show the first time i saw it...such a sweet encouraging bond between two brothers. I could see where some people are coming from in the drug reference and language area other than that i think its a very touching show.

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0

    Watch it, I promise you'll love it

    THIS IS SUCH A GREAT SHOW!!!!!!!!

    BTW, this show is NOT about the Kennedys. It's about 2 teenagers - Bobby is the independent, 'geeky' one, and Jack is a cool, regular guy - and their opinionated, tough single mom. One of them becomes president with the other's help. How do we become adults - adults we are proud of? What process leads a person to greatness? Do you have it in you or are you searching? How do you turn your flaws into ways to better yourself? Can you make a difference into others' lives? And, yeah, will that date tonight rock your world or what?

    If you love complex characters, adorable 13 year olds or cool high school guys (and girls), political relevance, glimpses into the future, and issues parents and teens can relate to... or any two of these! then it's the show for you. I promise you'll love it.

    BTW, the show is at 6pm on Sundays right now.

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Washington
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0

    The best family show on tv

    Jack & Bobby is a show that looks at realistic issues. It does not pretend that life is perfect, but instead chooses to highlight the struggles, insecurities, and fears that we all have. It may center on a dysfunctional family, but the issues explored can provoke so much positive discussion. The writing is incredibly intelligent and the acting strong. This is coming from a university student studying to become a teacher. Jack & Bobby is the best excuse for an intelligent and provocative discussion that I have seen on TV for a long time.

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    hot guys, cool plot

    Initially I watched because of the hot actors and because my parents think it's 'educational' because they always want to talk about it so it doesn't count in my "TV hours for the week". But now I'm sucked in. I love this show. It's often hilarious, even though it's a drama. I love the characters and the stories. The Mom isn't perfect but she's trying. Plus I like how she likes a younger guy because my dad's younger too and you never see that on TV. Jack struggles with his feelings and he's popular but his girlfriend is so annoying. I love Bobby. I wish my little brother were like him! It makes me want to get into politics. I mean, it's like two normal kids and it could be me. (But my Mom says I'm too idealistic. So what? THAT's the point!)

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