Kenny vs. Spenny - TV-MA
Crude, but less dangerous than Jackass.
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- TV Rating: TV-MA
- Network: Comedy Central
- Cast: Kenny Hotz, Spencer Rice
- Genre: Reality TV
- >Available On: DVD
Parents need to know
Parents need to know that this series (which is executive produced by the creators of South Park) is all about two young men who compete in really dumb, gross activities -- from trying to measure (and excel at) flatulence to gorging themselves on meat to resisting getting an erection. Kenny and Spenny are childhood friends who, like many guys, have built a relationship around constant attempts at one-upsmanship. But unlike most people, the duo landed a TV show to document their exploits. Though they seem to be having plenty of fun filming their contests, it's much less entertaining for viewers. Expect some swearing (the strongest words are bleeped) and naked butts.
Families can talk about competition. Kenny and Spenny live to best each other at any event, large or small. Is their rivalry a positive example of competition or a negative one? Why? When is competition healthy, and when does it go too far? Families can also discuss the guys' antics: Does this type of show promote irresponsible behavior? How does it compare to something like Jackass? Do you think producers hope teens will watch this show? Why or why not?
Families can talk about competition. Kenny and Spenny live to best each other at any event, large or small. Is their rivalry a positive example of competition or a negative one? Why? When is competition healthy, and when does it go too far? Families can also discuss the guys' antics: Does this type of show promote irresponsible behavior? How does it compare to something like Jackass? Do you think producers hope teens will watch this show? Why or why not?
Message
Social Behavior:
Even though Kenny and Spenny have a strong friendship and good relationships with their families (some of whom make cameo appearances), their competitions -- lighting farts on fire, flirting with homosexual men to see who does "better," an obesity contest, etc. -- are the very definition of juvenile and will certainly offend some viewers. And, in their quest for victory, both are willing to cheat.
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Violence
Some friendly roughhousing and good-natured insults between friends, but no violence.
Sex
No sex, but some glimpses of male butts (particularly in the farting competition -- during which, one of the guys inserts a rubber tube into his rear end in an attempt to add more air to his system so he can break the biggest wind), and some competitions have a sex-related angle (one involves trying to go the longest without getting an erection, for example). The guys are more than willing to disrobe when a contest calls for it, and Kenny in particular seems to enjoy sitting around in his underwear, which isn't a pretty sight.
Language
Some mild cursing ("ass," etc.). Stronger words (like "s--t") are bleeped.
Common Sense says
What's the story?
Reviewed by Will Wade
Childhood pals Kenny Hotz and Spencer Rice have found a great gig: a reality show in which they sit around their apartment trying to outdo each other in a series of questionable "contests." The result is KENNY VS. SPENNY, a celebration of young men acting ridiculous. Competition has always been an important part of male friendship, but the contests in this show are dubious to say the least. For example: Who can produce the biggest fart? Who can go the longest with getting an erection? Who's more attractive to gay men? With topics like those, it's no surprise that the show's humor is scatological, juvenile, crass, and homophobic. (At least they don't end up hurting themselves as often as the Jackass crew...)
Is it any good?
The duo seem to have a lot of fun hanging out with their film crew as they vie with each other. And although they aren't above a few good-natured taunts, it's clear that Kenny and Spenny have a strong friendship, which is refreshing. But it's not enough to overcome the fact that this show is often simply offensive.
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