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Run's House

(Rated TV-14, Reality TV, Starring Joseph Simmons, Where to watch: MTV, DVD, Download)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 11, age appropriate for kids over 13; suggested age 13.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Rapper runs a positive house for tweens and up.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 13 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Parents are involved in kids' lives, assist in motivating and keeping them on track. Positive role models and a relatable family.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    It's MTV -- Rev. Run has a new album out.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Run's House

Parents need to know that this MTV reality show stands apart from most of the channel's programming. The show prominently portrays one affluent African-American family's values and morals. Unlike many MTV shows, there is no sex, language, or violence to worry about.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about a range of topics, including respect for one's parents and family support. They could also discuss whether or not they think the family is acting naturally or if they're "performing" for the camera. How real is this reality program?
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  1. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 5.0

    Some bleeped words

    Some bleeped words.I bet it's not even bad.

  2. Teen Reviewer
    Age 13
    Lives in
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    No Probs with it

    There is no problem for Run's House.Justine is christian so is Run and Children Live normal life exept their farthers a billionare and Angela and Vanessa are looking for a house

  3. Kid Reviewer
    Age 12
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    AWESOME SHOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    This show is about the best show in the world

  4. Teen Reviewer
    Age 13
    Lives in Connecticut
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

  5. Teen Reviewer
    Age 14
    Anonymous
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

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