Malcolm in the Middle
(Rated TV-PG, Comedy, Starring Frankie Muniz, Jane Kaczmarek, Bryan Cranston, Where to watch: Fox, DVD, Online)Ratings at a Glance
| 80% | of parents don't feel there are good role models |
| 80% | of parents don't think the messages are positive |
| 80% | of parents say it has language their kids can't use |
| 80% | of parents say the sexual behavior isn't age appropriate |
| 60% | of parents say it's too violent |
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Parent & Educator Reviewers Say | Kid Reviewers Say
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
Funny
This show is so funny, last night it was just like, her sons turned to nice daughters. "And I know that making sex is wrong." "You got pregnant!" "And she was only dating him because I LIKED HIM!" Ha Ha and there is a lot of naked people and an occasoinal D**n ass crap etc. 10+
- I rate this title off for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
As an adult, I can appreciate the wit and humor, but I don't want my kids exposed. I was surprised Nick has included this show in it's lineup. There isn't one character that I would be okay letting my kids learn anything from.
- I rate this title off for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
Not for young kids.
I don't recommened this for younger kids, because it promotes yelling and disrespect for parents. But my 14 year old daughter and I watch it sometimes. I guess you just have to pick the right episodes, because some are really funny.
- I rate this title off for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
- My highlights are:
It's tempting to watch this show because it is funny, but it promotes really bad behavior that could be copied by kids who don't know any better.
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it
Hilarious!
This show is funny and entertaining! It is one of my favorites. Although it may not be appropriate for viewers under 12 because of language and social behavior, I think that everyone else will enjoy Malcolm and his family as much as I do.
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it
funny, but needs parental guidance
We, as a family, watched the show a few years back and it wasn't quite so objectionable then. As the kids in the show have aged--and time has gone on, it has gotten more controversial. The subject matter is not, in my opinion, for kids under about age 12...Unless you want them exposed to drug references, sexual discussion and references, etc. The language isn't necessary either, to make the show funny.
Parent & Educator Reviewers Say | Kid Reviewers Say
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Malcolm in the middle
In Malcolm in the middle there is a lot of sex, and swearing, but I think that Malcolm is a good role model.
- I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
goofy humor ok for tweens
This is one of my favorite shows, but I will not let my kids see it until they are 11.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
Perfect for tweens and dads
I am addicted to this show and think it's really funny. Reese is a horrible role model and their mom is a stereotype for a mom.
- I rate this title off for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
NOT FOR LITTTLE KIDS
IT IS OKAY BUT SOMETIMES I FEEEL IT IS TO INNAPROPIATE FOR A PG RATING
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TIMES 10
I love this show. Started watching when it came on Nick At Night. It is like our family (seriously, My youngest brother is like Dewey, my other bother though is like Reese, I'm Malcom, my mom Lois, and my dad Hal). My brother 8 and 10 love this show along with my parents. It is halarious. The funnist episodes aare Halloween, If girls were boys, and flashback.
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
good show
this isnt bad...
- I rate this title on for age 4 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
A show I grew up with... Funny and Entertaining
A typical show about a typical family which is hillarious. I love this show. I grew up watching Malcolm in the Middle and I watch it now every evening. It's a show that pushes boundaries rarely in my opinion. In case you're wondering, the violence is (comical) fighting between brothers, never getting more than a hit and falling down wrestling, which are boys, you see it every day! The language is "ass", "hell", and some other OCASSIONAL words that are almost never said, and the bad role model is Lois because she is bad for the comedy in it. She isn't THAT bad, but somebody that you may find iffy. The highlights are good messages about growing up because they are growing up and they learn a few values and lessons in the process. Also, good role models are people who make mistakes and mistakes are made, but forgiven, and realized that they are mistakes. Mistakes are also healed. Malcolm is a good role model for "middle children", and he helps them cope with the tough role. Overall, a hillarious comedy that I've always watched and you should, too!
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Negative role models
pretty bad show
I think malcome in the middle is a pretty bad and stupid show i don't think anyone should watch it
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
Love The Humor
This TV show is hysterical. The bad things are what make it so funny. I love this show and I try to watch it whenever I can.
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
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Not good for little kids but ok for tweens and older
I think it always has a lesson to learn at the end of each episode. I love it!!!
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
(almost) PERFECT
I love it but it needs parentel guidence
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
I love it but it needs paentel giudence.
- I rate this title iffy for age 7 and give it
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great for kids and tweens and tenns!
great great show! love it
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
Just as Malcolm is a teen, so should the viewers be.
Yes, this show is funny. But too many youngsters are watching it. I mean, if I, a 14-year-old turns off the t.v during some parts, then why is a 9-year old (below) promoting this for barely even tweens? Stick to Nick till your a teen, people.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
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- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
Amazing show, but a little inappropriate.
This show is extremely funny. The characters are hilarious, and it is possibly my favorite show. My only concerns are a little too much violence and sex. But it is perfect for ages 12 plus, like how old I was when I started watching it.
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
HILAROUS
I love the show but must admit that some parts are bad but it's a funny show and I can't believe that Lois have three kids at home one kid that's living on his own and then one more probably at the last series.
- I rate this title iffy for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- My highlights are:
i think this show is perfect for a family to watch as long as your kids know about swearing and not to use it i love to watch this show and dont think that its very rude im actually not suprised that Nick added it to there nick at night line up i mean they did the same thing to "Roseanne" (and that show is probably ruder than Malcolm in the middle)I think any mature thinking child 7+ will really enjoy this show
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
Love this show wish they hadn't cancelled it but what are you gonna do
I think this show is perfect for a family to watch as long as your kids know about swearing and not to use it i love to watch this show and dont think that its very rude im actually not suprised that Nick added it to there nick at night line up i mean they did the same thing to "Roseanne" I think any mature child 7+ will really enjoy this show
- I rate this title iffy for age 9 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME
If u don't watch this you are missing the point of life. THE BEST TV SHOW EVER AFTER INVADER ZIM! If your kids have heard swearing and know not to use it this show is fine.
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it
great show
Really funny show language is not an issue they only use mild phrases like what the hell? or Francis is kicking ass!
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
Kind of iffy .
Language is all mostly the oldest kid . All the humor is just the three being idiots and messing up and doing stupid things . They never listen to their parents about anything and always do the opposite of what they should .
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
I really really like it! It has some parts that might not be apropiate for the younger ones but for 12 and up it is good. There is a some cusing but not so much that you want to plug your ears. It is good but it is not "OMG, I HAVE TO SEE THIS EPISOD OVER AND OVER" worthy.
