 | 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. |
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Bucket & Skinner's Epic Adventures
- Nickelodeon
- Genre: Comedy
Common Sense Media says
Funny buddy comedy for tweens has strong crush storyline.
Parents say
QUALITY
Kids say
QUALITY
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this show's colorful characters and comedy style will appeal to young tweens, and it boasts feel-good messages about being a good friend. Most of the content is fine for the young target audience, but expect some instances of characters playing tricks on their peers for their own gain, as well as obvious attempts by a boy to get attention from his crush. One obnoxious teen is controlling over his best friend, and although it's meant to be funny, it's a gateway to discussions about bullying. Ultimately the show's portrayal of teen life is heavily sanitized, so be sure that kids are aware of the gaps in reality in the characters' lives. On the upside, there's a lot to like in the main female character, whose popularity never leads her to manipulate other people's feelings and who manages to continue friendships while gently deflecting romantic advances from a handful of guys.
What's the story?
In BUCKET & SKINNER'S EPIC ADVENTURES, longtime best friends Bucket (Taylor Gray) and Skinner (Dillon Lane) strive to find the awesomeness of each day while balancing school, their social lives, and an insatiable thirst for surfing. Fortunately for them, their beachfront town offers plenty of opportunity for the latter, and catching waves helps take the edge off the uncertainties of teen life. While laid-back Skinner approaches life with a no-care attitude, Bucket's a little more measured in his actions, especially when it comes to his hopes for winning the affection of his crush, Kelly (Ashley Argota), and avoiding the irritating presence of his social nemesis, Aloe (Glenn McCuen).
Is it any good?
This lighthearted buddy comedy has fun written all over it, which certainly will delight and entertain young tweens. Bucket and Skinner are a modern-day odd couple, and the discrepancies in their personalities –- Skinner's ultra-chill to Bucket's overanalysis –- make for some appropriately wacky predicaments. Though the show greatly glosses over the realities of teen life (school is merely an extension of their social life, and an absence of adults usually means minimal responsibilities), that shouldn't keep tweens from enjoying some laughs.
The fact that the stories often center on Bucket's unabashed desire for a romantic relationship with Kelly offers parents the opportunity to talk to tweens about healthy relationships. Be sure to point out how Kelly stays friendly with Bucket while resisting his advances, and use the chance to reiterate your own family's values and rules around dating. And while you're at it, talk to your kids about how the show puts a humorous spin on issues like bullying -- and the kinds of messages that sends to the audience.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about relationships. What qualities does Bucket find appealing in Kelly? Are these same qualities important to you? Why is it important to be friends with a person before the relationship evolves into something else?
What does it mean to be dating someone? What are your family's rules about dating? What's an appropriate age to start thinking about a more serious relationship with someone?
What do you think this show is trying to say about teens' social lives? Are there any relationships that you think are models of good behavior? How do issues like bullying play a role in the stories? Can you spot negative behavior when it's part of a funny story?
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Dumb and dumber for kids
Seems like "dumb and dumber" for children. I don't really have any concerns for the show except that you may not want your kids trying to mimic Bucket/Skinner's stupidity (breaking surf boats,dressing up as girls etc). The show is corny at times, but I have come to like Aloe, his parts are funny.
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Ridiculous
Kelly( Ashley Argota) is the eye candy of this series and she walks around in pretty skimpy outfits. I really don't think it fits and she just shouldn't dress that way. The talk about hickeys and making out are also a big turnoff. Aloe is kind of funny, but the show itself is really stupid. There is no point to watch.
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Discusted!
I Think This Show Is Very Gross...I'am A Teenager Myself And some Of the Things Thats Bucket Does Around Kelly Is Very Inapropriate(?) And My Little Cousin Was Watching This With Me And She Said "Shea, What Is A Hickey?" And I Did Not Know How To Respond To Her, So I Told Her To Ask Her Mother And Her Mother Was Very Fustrated >=0
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Kid, 8 years old
July 26, 2011
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icarly
I think it is really funny and kids 8 and up should wach it.
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Not a bad show (-:
While it's pretty true that this does have a corny feel to it, no one can deny that there's always a special place in our heart for comedy. Stupid brainless comedy. This show fits that description perfectly! I do enjoy watching it on occasions and have gotten a few good laughs from it. I would recommend it to anyone who needed to take their mind off of something for a while. (:
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Stupidity at its worst.
Stupid just stupid.. This didn't even amuse my brother, who LOVES stupid things I hate.
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Disappointing
This is all the same jokes, recycled. It's all about Bucket, which can't seem to come up with a lot of funny jokes so they added Skinner. Why I said that the behavior is bad is just because they said the word "hickey" which I can understand for a teen show. But I wouldn't suggest it for children seven and under. Notice that the show is produced by Tom Lynch, who has also created the tween sitcom, "The Troop."
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Why so many bad reviews?
This show is good. Yes, it's stupid. Yes, it's odd. But I'd much rather it than Big Time Rush. And what you people seem to be missing is that Bucket and Skinner are SUPPOSED to be stupid. Rule of slapstick, my friend. It doesn't have many "positive" messages, but it's entertaining. To me at least.
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Kid, 12 years old
August 14, 2011
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The Main Characters Are Kind Of Idiots.
Pretty stupid show. It's like something off of Disney Channel! Although I have to admit, SOMETIMES Bucket And Skinner are good role models.
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Kid, 12 years old
September 16, 2011
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LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!
It's actually really funny. I love it. I don't get why everybody hates it. I think this is PERFECTO for all ages. YEAH!!! WAY TO GO NICK!!!!!! GET MORE GREAT SHOWS!!!!!!
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| Topics: | friendship |
| TV rating: | TV-G |
| Network: | Nickelodeon |
| Cast: | Ashley Argota, Dillon Lane, Taylor Gray |
| Genre: | Comedy |
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