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Wildboyz

(Rated TV-14, Reality TV, Starring Steve-O, Chris Pontius, Where to watch: MTV2, DVD)
  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 15.
  • Is it any good?

    2.0
  • Common Sense says

    Jackass goes to the jungle. Why??

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 15–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Sends the message that it's OK to do anything -- specifically, bothering animals -- in order to get laughs. Although the guys do teach viewers a few things about animals and other cultures, any positive messages are buried pretty deeply beneath all the put-downs and critter-baiting.
  • Violence:

    The stars constantly antagonize innocent wild animals (many of whom are unpredictable and dangerous) and purposely put themselves at risk -- they've been stung by scorpions, chased by lions, bitten by bears, and more. Some wrestling and other grappling; in one episode, one of the stars is turned into a human pinata.
  • Sex:

    The guys are pretty scantily clad in some sequences.
  • Language:

    "Hell," "ass," "screwed," "weiner," etc. Anything really bad is bleeped. Lots of "dude" talk.
  • Consumerism:

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

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Wildboyz

Parents need to know that in this show, Jackass alums Steve-O and Chris Pontius explore the wild in countries from Australia to Belize. While there, they indulge in the hijinks they're best known for, including running around scantily clad and involving animals in their "stupid human tricks." Adults who have the sense not to try the stunts for themselves (and don't mind watching people painfully make idiots of themselves) may get some laughs, but for kids -- and animal lovers -- this is pointless shock TV.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about animal rights. Why do some people treat animals cruelly? How do animals' rights differ from country to country? Do you think the guys' behavior on this show qualifies as animal cruelty? If so, how do they get away with it? Also, what do you think drives people to do stunts like these, when they'll most likely get hurt and at the very least end up looking like complete fools? Families can also discuss the difference between daring and bad taste. Where do you draw the line?

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  1. Adult Reviewer
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    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 4.0

    Good stuff.

    Sometimes, you've just gotta watch people making fools of themselves to feel better. And when that involves animals, all the better! Pure, unadulterated hilarity.

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