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Roseanne

(Rated TV-PG, Comedy, Starring John Goodman, Roseanne Barr, Sarah Chalke, Where to watch: Nickelodeon, Oxygen, Syndicated, DVD, Online)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 11, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 13.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Mature, blue-collar family sitcom; teens OK.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 13–15

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The parents are a loving, hard-working couple trying to make ends meet and do the best they can for their kids, but their lifestyle and questionable parenting tactics don't make them great role models.

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    Comments about a girl slipping her boyfriend the tongue, going on the pill, and having sex are part of typical household conversation.

  • Language:

    Adults and teens alike use strong language like "bitch," "damn," "ass," and "suck." Moderately graphic talk about sexual issues are common.

  • Consumerism:

    Brandless junk food (soda, chips, candy) is a staple in the household.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Adults often kick back with a beer (or six) after work or in social gatherings, but there's no underage drinking. Occasionally an adult character will smoke, but again, it's limited to the over-21 crowd.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Roseanne

Parents need to know that this series is fraught with strong language, fiery arguments, and examples of poor lifestyle choices -- most of it coming from the parents. Although it's clear that family members love one another, theirs are not "warm fuzzy" relations. The dominant character, Roseanne, relies on sarcasm and belittling comments in relating to her husband and disciplining her kids. Both parents are obese and show no intention of altering their diet or activity to improve their health.

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  • Families can talk about how the family is similar to or different from their own. Do the members of your family talk to each other like the Conners do? Has your family faced any of the issues that the series highlights? How have you handled them? Families also can discuss diet and exercise and why it's important to make good choices for your health.
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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    the Liberator
    I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content

    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Very good show for children 11-18

    this is a really good show i enjoy watching it a lot and i think it is really funny ill admit there is some not age appropriate stuff in there but come on there's probably a little bit of non age appropriate stuff in everything

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  2. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    peapod1
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    one of the best shows of the century

    One of the most funny telivison shows.

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  3. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Meerdog
    Lives in New Hampshire
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 2.0

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  4. Adult Reviewer
    southparkfan15
    Lives in Virginia
    I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it 5.0

    A really great show!!

    thats all i have to say about that

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    movienut33
    Lives in Missouri
    I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it 5.0

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