Thank God You're Here - TV-PG
Uneven improv contest tests comics' ad-lib skills.
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- TV Rating: TV-PG
- Network: NBC
- Cast: Dave Foley, David Alan Grier
- Genre: Comedy
- >Available On: Download
Parents need to know
Families can talk about comedy. What are the different styles of comedy? How is each one defined? How are they similar and different? What stretches the boundaries of comedy? When is a joke taken too far? Where is the line between funny and hurtful? How has comedy changed over the years? Can people today still relate to the style of legends like Lucille Ball and George Burns? Why or why not? Tweens: What kind of comedy do you like the most? Who are some of your favorite comedians? Why?
Message
Social Behavior:
Some comedians poke lighthearted fun at serious topics like race relations and homosexuality, and stereotyping abounds (a ditzy blonde beauty contest participant, for instance) -- but it's all played for laughs.
Consumerism:
Drugs/Alcohol/Tobacco:
Some sketches include alcohol or smoking.
Violence
Prop weapons like guns and knives are wielded, but there's no injury from them.
Sex
Plenty of sexual innuendo, most of which is pretty tame. In one scene, a dietary supplement is called a "pickle enhancer," and further jokes imply the benefits of having a more sizable "pickle." Women's bras are shown (but not worn), and there's some kissing (including a few instances of same-sex kissing) played for humor.
Language
"Damn," "hell," and "suck" are used occasionally.
Common Sense says
What's the story?
Reviewed by Emily Ashby
Is it any good?
Thank God You're Here is sure to draw improv fans of all ages, but while it's loads of fun to watch the actors work their quick-witted magic on the cast (and each other), the show is dragged down -- and unnecessarily drawn out -- by Grier's brief stabs at stand-up between scenes and Foley's cheesy feedback after every sketch. (You can definitely feel the American Idol production team's influence in that regard.)
Mild sexual innuendo and occasional questionable language might raise some parental eyebrows, but little of it is likely to be new to older tweens and young teens. Those who tune in are sure to enjoy watching these comedic icons test their skills on a whole new level.
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Parents and kids say
All Reviews
There are 5 reviews.
This show is racist and sexist! I am angered at the creators of this show.
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Kids Reviews
There are 4 reviews.
This show is racist and sexist! I am angered at the creators of this show.

