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Legends of the Hidden Temple

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    90s game show offers family-friendly adventure.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 6 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Teaches that we all have our own strengths and that working as a team makes us even stronger.

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Prizes are all brand-name items.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.

What Parents Need to Know

This review of Legends of the Hidden Temple was written by Andrea Graham

Parents need to know that this competitive game show pits six teams against each other in physical and intellectual competitions for a chance to enter the Hidden Temple obstacle course and win prizes. Competition is fair and is usually based on a historical expedition or on ancient mythology. The show promotes teamwork, cooperation, listening skills, and problem solving. Safety equipment, including helmets and harnesses, is always used.

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What’s the Story?

LEGENDS OF THE HIDDEN TEMPLE is a game show from the '90s that combines Indiana Jones-inspired storytelling and set design with adventure competitions. Six teams of two (one boy, one girl) must use their smarts, strength, and teamwork to advance past each level in the Hidden Temple. Hosted by Kirk Fogg, each episode is based around a historical expedition or ancient myth that's narrated by a talking rock named Olmec (Dee Bradley Baker). Teams face off in knowledge quizzes, relay races, and giant puzzles. The team with the highest ranking at the end has the chance to enter the Hidden Temple obstacle course to dodge temple guards and search for a grand prize (like a mountain bike, rollerblades, or a trip).

Is It Any Good?

Despite its age, Legends of the Hidden Temple is an exciting show for young aspiring adventurers. Because it's loosely based on famous expeditions like the travels of Lewis and Clark, the show rewards participants not only for their athletic abilities but also for their listening and problem-solving skills. Different players succeed in different parts of the show, proving that it takes teams of all kinds to get ahead.

With its fun competitions and ancient temple set, Legends of the Hidden Temple will be sure to appeal to young adventurers. As with any action show, parents should point out that participants always use helmets and are supported by harnesses, and that their challenges shouldn't be re-created at home.

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 16
    I rate this title on for age 15 and give it 5.0
    • My concerns are:
    • Negative message
    • My highlights are:
    • Good role models

    b.h I hope these 4 shows come back to time warner cable television.

    I love Legends of the Hidden Temple because of the rounds.I hope all 120 episodes come out on dvd again I hope Legends of the hidden temple, Double Dare 2000 Nickelodeon GUTS,and Get the Picture with Mike O Malley Come back on the air again because those four shows were Brendan's favorite.

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in South Carolina
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 5.0

    Where has all the good TV gone?!

    I really loved this show... Like other show like figure it out and finders keepers. WHERE HAS THE COOL TV GONE?! I love this show to death.

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on and give it 4.0

    Great Kids Games Show!

    his is a great kid's game show! notonly is it fun to watch, but it sends a good message! even though it is a bit older than some of the other Nick shows it is still great! that actually makes it more interesting! this is a great show and i wish they still ran new ones! 5+

  4. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on and give it 5.0

    i was sooooooo mad when it got cancled!

    legends of the hidden temple was the best show ever on nickelodeon! i was mad when i found out it was cancled! well, if you ever do get to see this show it is awesome!

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Illinois
    I rate this title on and give it 5.0

    i laughed

    i think it's amazing because it tells about legends history and people can have fun with it. if they canceled it i say no i would turn it back on! i love it they should make new adventures!

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