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Jonas Brothers: Living the Dream

(Rated NR, Reality TV, Starring Jonas Brothers, Where to watch: Disney Channel, 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?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Go backstage with the tween-pleasing pop stars.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 8 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The brothers come across as refreshingly humble and level-headed, and they often credit their parents for their well-rounded upbringing. Throughout the series, they emphasize positive behavior like staying healthy through diet and exercise, spending time with family, and giving something back to the communities they visit.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Nothing suggestive, but lots of scenes show adoring young female fans screaming and crying over the brothers.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    The Jonases -- already a huge brand themselves -- get plenty of exposure from the show. They often carry Starbucks beverages, though the logo is usually partially obscured. A few scenes show them shopping for shoes and clothes and discussing what styles are "cool."
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Jonas Brothers: Living the Dream

Parents need to know that this short-form Disney reality series follows the ultra-popular Jonas Brothers on their first nationwide tour, giving fans a glimpse of how the guys prepare for concerts and spend their free time. There's no content here to concern parents of the band's many fervent tween fans, who will enjoy the backstage pass and may be surprised -- and pleased -- to learn that the stars place strong importance on family time, education, and healthy lifestyles. As reality TV goes, this is as squeaky-clean as they come, though it could spark new/increased interest in the band in any tweens who aren't already avid fans.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about fame. How did the Jonases get so famous in the first place? And how do they respond to their celebrity? Do they seem to enjoy it, or would they rather shun the spotlight? How do you think you would feel if you were as famous as they are? How do we treat stars? How do we react to them when they make mistakes? Is it fair to hold celebs to different standards than we have for "regular" people? What, if any, are the drawbacks to being well-known?

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  1. I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 3.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive consumerism

    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Interesting and Entertaining, Younger Children Won't Find It As Pleasing As Olders

    Great show and enjoyed it lots! Watched every minisode. The positive role models are definetly the entire Jonas family, just wonderful people with purity rings, love, and closeness of their family. I highly admire that and it is the center of this show. The message is fabulous, all about family and staying together. That's what's fabulous. My only concern is the avid consumerism, which can be easily overlooked. Wonderful show that you should watch with families!

  2. I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 3.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive consumerism

    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Interesting and Entertaining, Younger Children Won't Find It As Pleasing As Olders

    Great show and enjoyed it lots! Watched every minisode. The positive role models are definetly the entire Jonas family, just wonderful people with purity rings, love, and closeness of their family. I highly admire that and it is the center of this show. The message is fabulous, all about family and staying together. That's what's fabulous. My only concern is the avid consumerism, which can be easily overlooked. Wonderful show that you should watch with families!

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Ohio
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    I

    I may love the jonas brothers but this is not there best work. I would give them less stars but I just thnk that they are awesome.. b4 dissing them listen to their music first

  4. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Indiana
    I rate this title on for age 6 and give it 1.0

    ahhh..the jo bros

    I truly despise the jo bros..they make me gag! Then they go and put their little 2 minute show in the way of tv..its just wrong..You know how they sing in their song Burnin up.." I'm slipping into the lava." well why can't they keep going into the lava..Okay thats mean, but still they can't sing or dance! So jo bros I give you this advice...RETIRE FROM YOUR SINGING CAREER AND GET A BETTER JOB!

  5. Kid Reviewer Age 10
    Lives in Illinois
    I rate this title on for age 4 and give it 2.0

    i dont know what to think

    i dont know if its good or not because its to short. it will get canclled because when im over at a friends house they just skip thou it.

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