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Matched in Manhattan

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Matt Titus, Tamsen Fadel, Eddie Varley, Where to watch: Lifetime Television)
  • 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?

    2.0
  • Common Sense says

    Dating guru's trite tips aren't much of a turn on.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Perpetuates the idea that people's flaws can and should be fixed in order to attract a mate. Some gender-role stereotypes -- men love electronics, women are maneaters who only want to talk about having kids, etc.
  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Addresses the fact that many adults have sex while dating. References to spending the night with a date, not taking someone home on the first date, making a bedroom "man friendly," etc.
  • Language:

    Talk about body parts includes terms like "booty."
  • Consumerism:

    Lots of scenes take place on the street, so billboards and ads sometimes appear in the background. The show is clearly a promotional device for Titus' company.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Some social drinking with dinner.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Matched in Manhattan

Parents need to know that this dating show deals with adults' relationship issues, from low self-esteem to communication problems. The series addresses the fact that many adults have sex while dating -- one part of the show involves a bedroom makeover. Like most dating shows, it focuses on the premise that people's flaws -- both physical and psychological -- need to be hidden or disguised in order to attract a mate.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the messages this show sends about dating. Do people really need to change who they are in order to find a boyfriend or girlfriend? Teens: Would you change your appearance in order to attract someone? What would you not do to attract someone? What's the best advice anyone has ever given you about relationships?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give it 5.0

    Its EXACTLY what we go through!

    i love matt titus and his matt-isms! if yo u have ever been on a bad date in your life or met crazy men while out...you will totally love this series. matt gets real with his clients and is hilarious, but serious when he needs to be. his wife, tamsen fadal, is lovely and i have rewatched it over and over for dating tips! MATT COME MATCH ME!!!!

  2. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

    Matched In Manhattan Marathon on Lifetime TV

    Hi...i am so excited ...i read a post on lifetime tv's website that says "matched in manhattan" is going to be on ALL DAY LONG ON VALENTINE'S DAY! it starts at 4 pm and goes in 8 pm. I have my TIVO set and am especially excited since I live in manhattan and have dated all the men on this island! anyone know how to get in touch with matt titus. I want to meet him in person and have him work with me to meet my Mr. Right!!!!

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0

    Matchmaking Show A Great Step For Lifetime

    Lifetime has lots of family-friendly fare, but let's be honest-- those made for TV movies are a little bland to say the least, especially when the kids go to bed and you want something a little more juicy. "Matched in Manhattan," blows those programs out of the water with a fun, snappy format that rivals the reality offerings found on Bravo and TLC. It has it's flaws, to be sure, but this is the first show about a real-life matchmaking team that is actually watchable. And if you follow their tips, who knows, you might find a little love yourself.

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

    Dating Show Matched In Manhattan...You'll Fall In Love!

    This was hilarious...cannot wait to see another show. Saw it on lifetime's website and couldnt stop watching! you gotta check it out...look at the love shack! i want matt to love shack my pad! thanks lifetime

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