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Kath & Kim

(Rated TV-14, Comedy, Starring Jane Turner, Gina Riley, Magda Szubanski, Where to watch: Sundance Channel)

  • 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?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Spoofy Australian sitcom is an acquired taste.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Mocks a dysfunctional "white trash" family; no redeeming social lesson here.

  • Violence:

    Lots of screaming between Kath and Kim.

  • Sex:

    Some skimpy/trashy outfits and innuendo.

  • Language:

    "Shut up" and Australian slang like "fat rats" is about as bad as it gets.

  • Consumerism:

    Kath and Kim like to go shopping; scenes are filmed at actual stores like Ikea and Target.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Social drinking and some smoking.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Kath & Kim

Parents need to know that this Australian sitcom is about the relationship between a middle-aged mother and her ornery, dysfunctional adult daughter. The comedy is meant to be spoofy and broad, but producers sometimes take the mother-daughter friction a little too far. Kath and Kim argue a lot and sometimes have screaming matches -- which adults might find funny, but which could confuse or alarm younger viewers.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the appeal of broad, over-the-top comedy. What makes spoofs funny? Is it obvious that this series is meant to be a spoof? Do you think you have to be Australian to get all the jokes? How would it be different as an American show? Families can also talk about the importance of respecting other people's space when you live under the same roof. How can you make sure your privacy is respected while still being part of a family? Why is it important to respect others' personal space?
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