Ok, I don't regularly watch this show. I'm mainly writing this review to rant on the user ProudMotherOf6. I read your review for this show, and I laughed so hard, I decided to read the rest of your reviews. Wow. I feel sorry for your kids. I know I'm not a parent or anything, but I do know that there is a time to let go. Your 17 year old will be moving away soon. You can't follow them around all the time and smash their TVs and put them in "time-out" forever. Your 17 year old is way too old for that. It's both funny and disturbing, how protective you are. No Internet? Why? How does this make sense? Plus, if Internet is STRICTLY FORBIDDEN, then how did you write this review? Oooh, I think that somebody has to get their rules straight, or else your children will stop listening to you and transform your household into an Anarchy. In short, stop being a Communist. It's not cool. Peace!
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Saturday Night Live
(Rated TV-14, Variety show, Starring Tina Fey, Fred Armisen, Rachel Dratch, Where to watch: NBC, DVD, Online)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 14. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Legendary late-night show funny for teens and up.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14–18
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What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About Saturday Night Live
Parents need to know that much of the show's sexual, political, and racial humor may be too mature for some kids -- but it could also fly right over their heads. Stereotypes abound, from ditzy girls to angry black men, and they're treated with differing levels of social critique -- some shallow, some deeper. Due to the show's live nature, occasional curse words or other unplanned activity occurs (such as when Sinead O'Connor ripped up a photograph of the Pope on air). Many parents may remember their own experiences with SNL growing up and should know that, if anything, the show is tamer now than it was in its early years.
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Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the show's characters -- especially those based on stereotypes -- to ensure that teens understand the layers of comedy. What makes something funny? Also, what is the purpose of satire in our culture? How do you feel when someone you admire is being made fun of -- like a politician or celebrity? What would our culture be like if we weren't allowed to mock authority figures and role models?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it
Just a rant. Boy, was it fun to write this.
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
They said the "f
I think that this show isn't that good. My mom said that it used to be funny, which I can't believe. The only good part is the "just kidding" lady. Oh, yeah, and on one episode they said the "f" word... LIVE... ON TV... I could HEAR it! So the cursing is bad because of that, I think. So ages twelve or thirteen or maybe even fourteen plus are prolly okay to watch this.
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
Good for tweens and older!
One of my favorite sitcoms! You'll throw your head back and laugh at some funny sketches. Language isn't that much of a concern, but there is a lot of sexual humor. Most skits/sketches are okay for kids 11 and up, but some may be a little mature! Peace.
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
Sometimes Funny/Sometimes Inappropriate; Teens Only
SNL can be very funny at times. To the point of not being able to speak or breath. Having said that, a lot of the jokes have a sexual theme or reference certain body parts. Most of time when this happens, I'll just turn the TV off and go to bed. Not because of the content, but because it just plain isn't funny. Even with the inappropriate stuff aside, younger kids will not get any of the jokes, which focus mainly on making fun of society. Bottom Line: Stay up and watch at least the first cold open (which is usually political and very funny) and a little after that. Very rarely is there anything inappropriate in that section of the show. After that, teens only.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
Everything's Wrong With It... But Still Watch It!
It's funny and inappropriate in EVERY way, but I think it's funny and that's really in my eyes all that matters. I have been watching the show religiously since I was 2.
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| 100% | of parents don't think the messages are positive |
| 100% | of parents don't feel there are good role models |
| 100% | of parents say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking |
| 100% | of parents say they notice product placement |
| 100% | of parents say the sexual behavior isn't age appropriate |
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