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Saved by the Bell: The College Years

(Rated TV-G, Comedy, Starring Mark Paul Gosselaar, Mario Lopez, Dustin Diamond, Where to watch: TBS, DVD)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 11; suggested age 11.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    College comedy with values for older tweens+.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 11 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Promotes positive behavior, the value of friendship, and respect. Characters of various ethnicities are featured. Also discusses (and sometimes shows) behavior that's consistent -- albeit not always appropriate -- in a college setting, including beer drinking and hosting parties. Includes an inappropriate relationship between a college professor and a student and discusses the ethical issues surrounding this relationship.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Occasional scenes of college kids arguing or pushing each other. Actions aren't harmful and take on a comedic note.

  • Sex:

    Male/female social dynamics. Some spoken innuendo, and some kissing.

  • Language:

    Mild language, including words like "butt."

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Occasional discussions about drinking alcohol (and the characters sometimes have beer at parties). Some serious discussion about the use of steroids as a performance-enhancing drug -- including messages about its negative consequences.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Saved by the Bell: The College Years

Parents need to know that this series follows the transition of older teens into college life and adulthood. As a result, some of the themes (drinking, relationships, etc.) are more mature than the original Saved by the Bell series and may be unsuitable for younger viewers. Overall this show focuses on positive values and learning from your mistakes, teaching the idea that people always have to face the consequences of their actions.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the importance of friendship, respect, and learning from your mistakes. Families can also talk about the challenges teens face when they leave high school and go off to college. What's it like to live in a dorm? What are some of the social pressures faced in college? How can you handle those pressures and still have a positive college experience?
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