Out of Practice - NR

Bland-but-harmless entertainment; OK for teens.

TV Rating: NR Network: CBS Cast: Jennifer Tilly, Christopher Gorham, Henry Winkler, Paula Marshall Genre: Comedy
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Common Sense Note

Parents should know that majority of the adult characters are dealing with romantic relationships, from dating to divorce, and there are mild sexual innuendos sprinkled throughout. What's more, the show's writers have created somewhat jaded, sarcastic characters, which results in rude comments directed toward family members.

Families can discuss how to treat family members with respect. Is it OK to talk to your parents the same way you talk to your siblings? Why or why n ot? Why is it important to love and value family members? Are these characters modeling good or bad family relationships?

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Common Sense Review

Reviewed By: Lucy Maher

CBS's sitcom OUT OF PRACTICE tells the story of a family of doctors whose only commonality is their profession.

Henry Winkler stars as Stewart Barnes, a gastroenterologist going through an ugly divorce with Lydia (Stockard Channing), a cardiologist. He's dating his assistant, Crystal (Jennifer Tilly), a vacuous but well-meaning woman who is a patient of Oliver (Ty Burrell), Stewart's handsome, confident plastic surgeon son. Rounding out the family are Ben Barnes (Christopher Gorham), a couples' counselor navigating his own romantic labyrinth, and his sister, Regina (Paula Marshall), who works in an emergency room.

Out of Practice has all the hallmarks of the classic sitcom: goofy hi-jinks, major misunderstandings, and sharp writing. It's no Friends, but it's sure to satisfy the viewer looking for a few laughs.

It's important to note that since the cast is made up primarily of adults, the series features mature storylines involving sex and drinking and themes such as finding love in middle age.

Those who like Out of Practice might also enjoy Modern Men and According to Jim.

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Content		CS	adults	kids
Content
Sexual Content There is mild sexual innuendo, as many of the characters are navigating the dating world.
Violence
Language Mild ("damn," "hell," "ass," etc.).
Message
	Social Behavior Family members are at times too sarcastic with each other, but in the end, they love and respect each other.
	Commercialism
	Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco Some social drinking.