This isn't the best show on TV, but it's witty most of the time, and there are only a few TV-MA episodes. Some of them are TV-PG, and use little or no bad language except for using other words like "darn" and "shirt" in place of d--n and s--t. But with that said, violence would be used more instead of language.
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Tom Goes to the Mayor
(Rated TV-MA, Comedy, Starring Tim Heidecker, Eric Wareheim, Stephanie Courtney, Where to watch: Cartoon Network, DVD)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 16, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 16. -
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Common Sense says
Stereotypes + sexual references = for adults only.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 16–18
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What Parents Need to Know
About Tom Goes to the Mayor
Parents need to know that this quirky animated series earns its place in the Cartoon Network's Adult Swim lineup with strong sexual innuendo (including references to oral sex, masturbation, and sadomasochism) and rude behavior. It's definitely not intended for kids, and the fact that much its humor is based on negative stereotypes might not appeal to adults, either. Expect some drinking, drug references, bleeped language, and limited use of guns.
Read our full review by Melissa Camacho
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about why some animated series aren't meant for kids. What are the differences between cartoons created for children (and even teens) and those created for adults? Can you think of any "kid" cartoons that seem better suited for older audiences? Why? Families can also discuss how the show uses small-town stereotypes to get laughs. Do you find that style of humor funny? Why or why not?
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- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it
Okay show.
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
Hmm...
I'm kind of confused here, because I only watched 2 episodes of the show, and they were TV-PG. Those episodes didn't have much sex, language, or anything that bad in them except for stealing and a kid who said "My uncle's porn smells like salmon." I guess I'll have to watch more.
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