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Justice

(Rated TV-14, Drama, Starring Victor Garber, Kerr Smith, Eamonn Walker, Where to watch: Fox, Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 15, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 15.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Glossy legal drama a little too risque for kids.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 15–18

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Sends the messages not to believe everything you see on TV and that everyone is innocent until proven guilty -- in court.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    In one episode, a murder scene was reenacted and the bloody corpse was shown floating in a pool.
  • Sex:

    Implied nudity and talk of love-making.
  • Language:

    Brash lawyer-talk such as "ass" and "he screwed us."
  • Consumerism:

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

    Social drinking.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Justice

Parents need to know that certain scenes of this legal drama graphically depict serious crimes such as murder, complete with some blood and implied nudity. The show also lifts the lid off of the sometimes-unorthodox tactics that high-priced lawyers use to get a leg up on their opposing counsel -- unethical behavior that some parents might feel is too iffy for kids.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the justice system. How does a jury work? What's the judge's role? The prosecutor's? The defense attorney? Why are some people convicted and then exonerated years later? Is there any way to be absolutely sure that innocent people don't get sent to jail? And why do guilty people sometimes get away with their crimes?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Missouri
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 2.0

    Fast to scenes

    Well I saw the premiere on this and I didn't like it. It was way to fast. I couldn't keep up with anything. I mean I really didn't get it sometimes. The producers could have done better. If you want a good FOX show just watch House, 24, or Vanished.

  2. Adult Reviewer
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    Really good show

    I like it because kerr smith is REALLY REALLY REALLY ATTRACTIVE. And Victor Garber is awesome. I must admit the storyline may be a tad bit dramatic and might seem unrealistic, but I don't care. They're interesting, and I like staring at Kerr Smith (Tom something)the most attractive man on television.

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 3.0

    An ok show

    I saw the first episode just a couple of days ago. I was really excited about it, but it wasn't that great. It was really predictable and way too fast-paced. It was actually pretty gory when the lady hit her head. If your 13 and up and want to see a great show on FOX, then just watch "House".

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