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That Mitchell and Webb Look

(Rated TV-14, Comedy, Starring Robert Webb, David Mitchell, Where to watch: BBC America)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 14.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Quirky British sketch comedy won't shock teens.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Most of the humor is fairly tame, but some sketches poke fun at drug use, murder, and various sex-related topics.
  • Violence:

    Physical brawls, murder, and death -- but all are obviously comic/fake and played for humor.
  • Sex:

    Sexual references and innuendoes, and occasional mention of mature/graphic topics like anal sex.
  • Language:

    "S--t" (unbleeped) and "damn."
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Many characters smoke, drink, and make references to drug use.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About That Mitchell and Webb Look

Parents need to know that while this sketch comedy show isn't as bawdy as the starring British duo's hit series Peep Show, there's still enough mature content to warrant pausing before giving viewers younger than their teens the OK. Characters make light of drug use, excessive drinking, sex, and murder, and there's some strong language (though it's sporadic). Little of the content is likely to surprise teens, but the show's decidedly British humor may not tickle their funny bones anyway.

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  • Families can talk about how culture and society influence entertainment. Teens: Did you understand all of the humor in this show? What skits did you find least funny? Do you think your impression of them would be different if you were British? How?

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