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Windfall

(Rated TV-14, Drama, Starring Luke Perry, Jason Godrick, Lana Parrilla, Where to watch: NBC)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 15, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 15.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Soapy lottery drama is OK for older teens.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 15–18

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The main characters are imperfect, but largely moral. Most are generous with their winnings (although a bit greedy, too, but who wouldn't be?). When questionable behavior occurs, it's pointed out. One main character may be a bad-guy-turned-good. Cast is mostly white with two token characters of color.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Some parts of the storyline involve violence -- punching, threatening with a weapon.

  • Sex:

    Deep kissing, implied sexual activity, couples in bed together, provocative clothing.

  • Language:

    Mild -- "hell," etc.

  • Consumerism:

    Lottery winners buy lots of stuff, but none of it is noticeably name-brand.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Social drinking by adults. Teen drinking with minor repercussions. Some drug use by bad guys. The gorgeous "bad boy" smokes.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Windfall

Parents need to know that this soapy drama deals largely with adult relationships and the myriad issues they involve -- trust, sex, conflict, childrearing, adultery, divorce. Some of these topics could be too mature for younger viewers. In addition, teens are shown drinking and involved in intimate relationships. Some drug use appears, but mostly by unsavory characters.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about money and how it affects relationships. How does money affect your life now? Do you think your life would be better if you had more money? How would a large sum of money change your life? How would your friendships change? How would you determine if friendly people were genuine or after your money? Would you give any of your money away? If yes, to whom?
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    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 4.0

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