 | ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids. |
 | OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | NOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age. |
All That
- Nickelodeon
- Genre: Comedy
Common Sense Media says
Funny '90s sketch comedy can spark discussion with tweens.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that the unpredictable nature of this '90s sketch comedy series makes it difficult to fully gauge the age-appropriateness of its content, although on the whole, there's little concern for tweens. Expect a fair amount of bathroom humor (acne and edible dandruff, for example), some bullying that's meant to be funny, and physical humor like pretending to sever a hand from its arm. The fact that many of the skits exaggerate characters' physical features (large ears or a sizable rear end) to poke fun at them is a good reason to start a conversation with your kids about tolerance and respect. Tweens won't grasp many of the show's cultural references since they're rooted in the '90s' celeb scene and politics, but there's enough timeless comedy to maintain kids' interest.
What's the story?
ALL THAT is a '90s sketch comedy series that originally ran on Nickelodeon and inspired a handful of spin-offs starring its alums, including Kenan & Kel and The Amanda Show. The 30-minute show features a musical guest and a series of skits that poke fun at relatable issues like acne and bullying and includes impersonations of '90s public figures like Roseanne Barr and Ross Perot. Over the show's 10-year run, it went through many cast and formatting changes; later episodes incorporated guest stars like Ray Romano, Britney Spears, and Justin Timberlake.
Is it any good?
Much like Saturday Night Live does for older viewers, All That finds the funny in the mundane aspects of life, like facing down a class bully or dealing with a clueless teacher. The show's changing nature keeps the content fresh and fun for tweens, who will enjoy the cast's take on everyday situations and quirky people. Some skits rely on satirical humor related to people and events from the '90s that won't resonate with a new generation of viewers, but there plenty of laughs that cater to the tween set and transcend the timeliness gap.
Although the show isn't out to spark discussion, some aspects of its content offer a jumping-off point to talk to tweens about issues like stereotyping, bullying, and society's impression of celebrities. Be sure to remind kids that while shows like this one appeal to fans by poking fun at a person or group of people, there are repercussions for doing the same in the real world.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about comedy. Do you think this show is funny? Did you understand all of the references? How does a person's life situation affect how he or she interprets comedy?
Tweens: Did you notice any stereotyping in this show? How does stereotyping influence comedy? Is it possible to be funny without making someone else the victim?
Kids: How is bullying handled in your school? Do you think it's a major issue among your peers? Have you ever been on the receiving end of teasing? How does it feel to be in that position?
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Saturday Night Live and Mad TV for children under 12 years old.
All that is like Saturday Night Live and Mad Tv, but without the swearing and sexual talk.
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WHY DO YOU LOVE TO TICK US OFF??????????????????
I had a review for this show, and so did a lot of people, and you just throw them all away just to pretend that you realize that there are no real content problems with this show??? Does a certain Mr. Mark Bray work for your site now????
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Kid, 10 years old
September 27, 2011
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90's are all that
On teen nick, they have been showing reruns of 90's shows.I think that they are funny and better then shows now like so random.there was a bad good buger skit, but that is it. sorry it had to be short!
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The 90's are All That
Thank you Teennick! Finally, they are bringing back TV shows that don't kill that many brain cells!
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Seems too random for me
This seems extremely random, like most things on Nick. It's OK, but I like SNL or that show MMC better.
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The Old Cast Was Epic
The new cast is terrible! First off lets start with the good ole cast.The sketches were AMAZING! My favorite sketches were "Ask Ashley" and "Vital Information".Even my friends like it.My friend's favorite sketch was "Detective Dan".Which was played by Danny T. (I forgot how to spell his last name.) The guy from "The Adventures Of Pete & Pete".BUT,in 2001 they screwed up EVERYTHING.I saw on SNICK once and the new All That was HORRIBLE.They fired the old cast,and replaced them with a bunch of kids.These kids were terribly unfunny.The scripts became HORRIBLY annoying.Also,the sketches were lame.I mean,one of them was called "Toy E.R" where a doctor fixes toys.Now does that sound lame & dumb or what?! So overall:Avoid the new All That like the plauqe! I highly recommend watching the OLD All That!!!
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Old=Good.New=Bad.
This show is super funny! Well,in its early years anyways.The jokes are hilarious as well as sketches.The scripts are hilarious too.However,in 2001 things started to change.The scripts were not as funny as they used to be,and the new cast was god-awful.So if you want to watch "All That",watch the older episodes.NOT the newer ones.This show gets3/5 stars (because the old cast rocked,and the new cast blows.)
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ALL THAT > SO RANDOM, NICKELODEON CRAP
ALL THAT IS HILAROUS AND BETTER THEN SO RANDOM AND NICKELODEON TODAY :D I SO RECCOMEND THIS.. IF U R 12 AND UP IF U CAN STAY UP AND WATCH 90S R ALL THAT :D
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| TV rating: | TV-G |
| Network: | Nickelodeon |
| Cast: | Amanda Bynes, Kel Mitchell, Kenan Thompson |
| Genre: | Comedy |
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