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Under One Roof

(Rated TV-14, Comedy, Starring Flavor Flav, Kelly Perine, Carrie Genzel, Where to watch: MyNetworkTV)
  • 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?

    1.0
  • Common Sense says

    Flavor Flav sitcom awash in negative stereotypes.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The series relies on extreme (and often offensive) cultural stereotypes for its humor, targeting African Americans, other racial/ethnic groups, women, and homosexuals. On the (slim) plus side, Winston is supportive of his brother, despite his antics. The cast is primarily African-American, with the exception of Ashley, who is Caucasian.
  • Violence:

    Lots of discussions about prison, criminals, and murder. Weapons, including a cross bow and knives, are shown with the intent of being used to kill (albeit in a way that's played for laughs). One scene includes pouring glass into someone's cereal in order to kill him.
  • Sex:

    Some strong sexual innuendoes, including references to homosexual activity. Women are often seen wearing skimpy clothing; Heather consistently wears revealing outfits. Frequent discussions about African-American men fathering multiple children with various women. References to pimps and hookers.
  • Language:

    Language includes words like "hell," "dumb ass," and "bitch."
  • Consumerism:

    Some obvious visual references to Flavor Flav, but no visible logos/products.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Drinking is sometimes visible. In at least one episode, a character is clearly drunk.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Under One Roof

Parents need to know that this sitcom -- which stars controversial rap/reality show star Flavor Flav -- relies on negative racial and ethnic stereotypes (particularly those relating to African Americans) for its humor. There's some strong language ("hell," "bitch," "dumb ass") and sexual innuendo, including references to homosexual activity and frequent discussions of fathering multiple children with various women. Some of the female characters wear tight, skimpy outfits. There are lots of references to criminal activity, including murder; weapons (knives, crossbow) are sometimes shown within this context. Also expect some alcohol consumption; on at least on one occasion, a character is shown drinking and acting drunk.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about racial and ethnic stereotyping in the media. Is stereotyping ever appropriate? Is there such thing as a positive stereotype? Does the media create stereotypes or does it simply reflect stereotypes that currently exist in society? When the media portrays stereotypes, what is the consequence on audiences?
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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 0.0

    Wost thing on TV

    This is the worst show I've ever seen. If Jerry Springer did a sitcom featuring drugs and "ho's", this would be it.

  2. Kid Reviewer
    Age 11
    Lives in Colorado
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 4.0

    this show is pretty good!

    This show is a great show and his hilarious but it is best fit for teens and above

  3. Teen Reviewer
    Age 17
    Lives in Maine
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

  4. Kid Reviewer
    Age 11
    Anonymous
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title off for age 2 and give it 0.0

    take it off now!

    why in the world would you put this on here!

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    Lives in California
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 0.0

    I had to change the channel!!!! It was boring with no sense at all!!!!!

    They have been promoting this show for a long time. Get to see it after the game!!!! Well we did, just that me my boyfriend and a closed guy friend. We could not believe how stupid it was. Why did Flava do this, to himself??? We did not laugh.... it was boring. Our friend left and we changed the channel.... I believe news instead. What has TV come too these days.

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