Most kids probably won't like it, but if they wanna watch it, it should be fine.
Murder, She Wrote
(Rated TV-PG, Drama, Starring Angela Lansbury, Tom Bosley, William Windom, Where to watch: A&E, Biography Channel, Hallmark Channel, Syndicated, DVD)
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Is it age appropriate?
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Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 12; suggested age 12. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Simple crime drama is tame by today's standards.
Why We Rated This
for Ages 12 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Murder, She Wrote
Parents need to know that although the violence in this fan-favorite crime drama is extremely tame compared to many of today's graphic series (almost to the point of being a bit cheesy), each episode does revolve around a murder investigation. The deadly confrontation is often shown on screen, as well as several scenes of the corpse and the crime scene (often blood-stained). The heroine is a successful, self-confident woman whose determined inquiries and attention to detail often outshine the work of professional detectives.
Read our full review by Emily Ashby
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how this show is similar to and different from more recent crime dramas. Why do you think newer shows have upped the blood-and-guts level? Are there any shows on the air today that are like this one, or are they all a lot more serious and graphic? Families can also discuss the investigation process. Which clues help detectives find a starting point for their investigations? How do they narrow their searches for clues and suspects? In what ways do the roles of detectives and private investigators differ? Families can also discuss how the justice system works. What rights do all citizens have in the court process? How do those rights protect innocent people? How do they protect criminals?
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