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Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Jessica Simpson, Nick Lachey, Where to watch: MTV)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 16; suggested age 13.

  • Is it any good?

    2.0

  • Common Sense says

    Life is but a dream for Nick and Jess; teens OK.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 13–16

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Both are stars and teen superstars in their own right, but their lives are very sheltered. Jessica has never cleaned or cared for her own things, but she shops like crazy. Situations are played up to make her seem like a stereotypical dumb blonde. The couple divorced in 2006, citing the show as part of the reason their marriage failed.

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    Jessica and Nick are a monogamous couple. Jessica sometimes wears revealing clothing or makes references to her large chest; Nick makes some jokes and sexual innuendos to get his wife "in the mood."

  • Language:

    Occasional bleeped words from Nick.

  • Consumerism:

    Both launched albums during the series; Jessica started a product line and wrote a book about getting married. She likes designer brands such as Louis Vuitton and has a shallow, throw-away mentality.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Beer, light drinking.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica

Parents need to know that Jessica Simpson comes off as a dim-witted housewife, which has helped catapult her to fame. Nick Lachey is seven years her senior and a more grounded celebrity. The couple rarely fight on screen, but their interaction is limited. (Note: In 2006, Nick and Jess filed for divorce -- citing this series as part of the reason their marriage failed.)

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the concept of commitment. How can Nick be expected to commit to the whole package of the Simpson family -- Jessica, Mom, Dad, and the television crew? Is this going to make things easier or more difficult for them? How is Jessica pampered? Does her starlet nature help or hinder her personal development? Does she have any say in her life's course? Can life be too easy? After this show ended, the couple divorced. How do you think the show impacted their marriage?
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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    nazz4ever
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title on for age 12 and give it 4.0

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  2. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    sara4ever95
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title iffy for age 9 and give it 5.0

    i love her

    jessica simpson rocks

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    tommysportsgirl
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 1.0

    Really very dull. Pass on this.

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  4. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    socalledsyd
    Lives in Kansas
    I rate this title off for age 2 and give it 0.0

    i yawned

    the stupidest and most pointless show ive ever seen. Who cares what stars do in there spare time...this is just another show to rub in the publics face of what a famous life is like. I think that maybe this show was created for the...obssessed fans?!?! i say pssssht whatever why watch someone who makes millions of dollars sit around and loaf or spend all their money...?

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