Tools for this page
Print

Slacker Cats

(Rated TV-14, Comedy, Starring Harland Williams, Sinbad, Alex Borstein, Where to watch: ABC Family, Download)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

    (Flash is loading. If this text does not disappear you need to install the latest flash version)

    Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 13.
  • Is it any good?

    2.0
  • Common Sense says

    Kitties behaving badly aren't meant for kids.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 13–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The main characters play tricks on their friends and owners for their own gain, often putting them in uncomfortable or dangerous situations. In one, they trick a peer into standing on a busy freeway. In another, they steal a woman's credit card to fund a vacation. Body humor (gas, poop, vomit) is also popular.
  • Violence:

    Characters often slap and hit each other. Death is a source of humor, as when cats convince their friend to climb inside the fly-ridden corpse of a dead cat so they can collect the reward for returning him to his owner.
  • Sex:

    Lots of talk of fantasizing about sex, enjoying "kitty" porn, and physical attraction to females. Innuendoes are equally hard to miss; in one scene, for example, cats discuss "faking a purr" when they're being stroked by their people.
  • Language:

    Words like "hell" and "damn" are common.
  • Consumerism:

    The cats often play video games for fun.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Drinking is portrayed in a positive light, as part of a successful social life or relaxing vacation. There's also mention of drugs and their effects on the body.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Slacker Cats

Parents need to know that this animated series definitely isn't meant for kids or tweens. It's full of sexual innuendo ("faking purrs," "kitty" porn, and the like), references to drinking and drug use, and tons of generally iffy behavior. The main characters prey on others' naivety to their own advantage, often tricking their friends into unpleasant and dangerous situations. Swearing, while on the mild side ("hell," "damn," etc.), is common. Bottom line? Don't let the show's affiliation with Disney (ABC Family is owned by the Mouse House) fool you -- nothing about this show is particularly family friendly.

Did this review help you decide?

Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about cartoons aimed at older viewers. What does the animated format offer this audience that live-action doesn't? Why do teens and adults enjoy series like The Simpsons and King of the Hill? How do shows like these take a critical look at American life? Do you think viewers take away any messages from them, or are they strictly for laughs? Do you think these teen- and adult-oriented cartoons should be promoted on TV during times when younger kids are watching? Why or why not?
Want more? Get Common Sense recommendations delivered to your inbox.
Enter your email address
I am over 13 years old
Tell us your child's age
Why we ask
Why we ask
Providing your kids' age allows us to give you personalized recommendations for your family on our site and in our weekly newsletter (coming soon) - so you get better information, faster.Your privacy is our priority.

You are now subscribed to the Common Sense weekly newsletter!

To write reviews and create a public profile, complete your account set-up here.

Our Members Say

Have You Seen It? Review It!

  • What did you think about Slacker Cats?
  •  I think this show is

    for ages

  •  I also give it

  •  Any concerns?

  •  Any highlights?

  •  Love it? Hate it?

  • or to post a review
See all 7 member reviews

Most Recent Reviews

  1. Kid Reviewer
    Age 10
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 1.0

    SUCKIEST SHOW EVER!!

    Ok dead cats bad behavior,HORRIBLE animation,and drugs and drinking,plus a bit of language.Woo-freakin'-hoo

  2. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    Lives in Indiana
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    Lives in Indiana
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 3.0

    Not appropriate for the Family Channel

    My son thinks Slacker Cats is hilarous, I think it's funny...I just keep wondering why this is on ABC Family. Seems like a show that should be on MTV or Comedy Central.

  4. Kid Reviewer
    Age 12
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 5.0

    funny

    i laughed every minute

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 2.0

    for adults

    This is definitely . Not for impressionable young minds

Find TV reviews by title

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 0-9

More Great Stuff For Your Kids

  • Now Playing

    Up

    Up

    Pixar's stunning 3-D adventure is an upper for everyone.

  • Issue Spotlight

    Beach Body Blues

    Beach Body Blues

    Talk to your kids about body image and the media.

  • Book of the Week

    Wings

    Wings

    Romantic fairy fantasy, milder than Twilight.

  • Most Popular This Week

    Pixar Favorites

    Pixar Favorites

    If your kids are excited for Up, they'll love these!

  • Download This

    European Playground

    European Playground

    Give kids a taste of Europe's languages and rhythms.