SWAT Kats: The Radical Squadron
(Rated TV-Y7-FV, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Barry Gordon, Candi Milo, Charles Adler, Where to watch: Boomerang, Online)
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Is it age appropriate?
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Kid-friendly action 'toon has cat cops, cool jets.
Why We Rated This
for Ages 7 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About SWAT Kats: The Radical Squadron
Parents need to know that this is an action cartoon with lots of violence, explosions, and high-tech weaponry -- so it's not for really young kids. That said, it has a number of strengths. The characters are relatively well developed, with relationships and backstories. And even though the female characters aren't the heroes themselves, they hold powerful roles in the city and aren't portrayed with the typical wasp waists and big breasts that populate many action cartoons.
Read our full review by KJ Dell Antonia
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the role of the media within the show. One main character is a reporter who often finds trouble but is invariably brave (and reckless) in going after the story. Is that what you think journalists are like in real life? What's good about how she does her job, and what's not? Families can also discuss how this show is similar to and different from other action cartoons.

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