Yes, they are rich, but that doesn't mean that they aren't good people.
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The Real Housewives of Orange County
(Rated TV-14, Reality TV, Where to watch: Bravo, Online)
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Is it age appropriate?
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Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 14. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Part trash, part social study. Iffy for teens.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14–18
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Real Housewives of Orange County
Parents need to know that this reality series follows the lives of insanely rich people who place immense value on physical beauty and material possessions. While the show focuses on a group of adult women who have breast implants, get Botox shots, and pose for Playboy, we also see teens who spend thousands of dollars on school shopping, get new luxury vehicles at the drop of a hat, and shoot rabbits for fun. But beneath the superficial lives are real people who struggle with childrearing, self-esteem, and finding purpose.
Read our full review by Sierra Filucci
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about a variety of different issues. What's appealing about the lifestyles portrayed in the series? What's missing from these people's lives? What kinds of experiences and challenges do the rich share with the rest of us? What would be the hardest part about living like these people? The easiest? If you could pick one thing in their lives to have in your own, what would it be? Sometimes cast members discuss their lives before they came to Orange County -- what do their stories reveal about them and how their newfound culture has changed them?
Our Members Say
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Good for most ages
- I rate this title off for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
Ur kids are what they watch
If you want your kids to act like theyre 13 for the rest of their lives and think that being "super rich, and fake" is the greatest thing in the world, this is the show to watch!! Because we dont have enough plastic surgery freaks, or narcissistic bimbos walking aroung. So please let your kids watch and maybe someday (cross your fingers) they'll turn out just like them! yayyy!!
- I rate this title on for age 17 and give itMy concerns are:
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
TV teaches your ki
If you want your kids to act like theyre 13 for the rest of their lives and think that being "super rich, and fake" is the greatest thing in the world, this is the show to watch!! Because we dont have enough plastic surgery freaks, or narcissistic bimbos walking aroung. So please let your kids watch and maybe someday (cross your fingers) they'll turn out just like them! yayyy!!
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it
I love this show
the show is really good. It makes me want to be succesful and make money. Though I do not agree with the way they drown there kids with money other than theat i love this show!!!! :)
- I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give it
A Hot OC Mess!
I am embarrassed that I got hooked on this season. It is like a plastic surgery filled train wreck that I can't stop watching. My 16 year old niece loves it, but recognizes and discusses how shallow the lives are of these women.
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Ratings at a Glance
| 100% | of parents don't feel there are good role models |
| 100% | of parents don't think the messages are positive |
| 100% | of parents say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking |
| 50% | of parents say it has language their kids can't use |
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