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Moesha

(Rated TV-PG, Comedy, Starring Brandy Norwood, William Allen Young, Countess Vaughn, Where to watch: The N, Download)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 10, age appropriate for kids over 13; suggested age 13.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Brandy strikes a chord as a typical teen.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 13 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Teens get into trouble and have to deal with life lessons but ultimately do the right thing thanks to parental guidance and friends' support.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Some schoolyard fistfights.
  • Sex:

    The teens on the show explore their sexuality and deal wtih issues such as pregnancy and dating.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Teens experiment with alcohol (and lessons are learned).
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Moesha

Parents need to know that since the main character is a teenager experiencing typical adolescent growing pains, sensitive subjects such as teen pregnancy are explored. She has a somewhat antagonistic relationship with her stepmother and a group of friends that sometimes gets into trouble.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about how friendships evolve as teenagers grow up. Have you ever felt like you have to stay friends with someone because you've known each other forever? What's it like to experience peer pressure? How can you stick up for yourself without alienating your friends? When you have a problem with a friend or family member, what's the best way to handle it?
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