Crash Course (ABC)
common sense media says
Witty banter makes light of too-dangerous driving stunts.
parents & educators say
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this game show -- in which contestants compete in extreme driving obstacle courses for a chance to win a cash prize -- features very dangerous stunts that young drivers should be reminded never to try. There's a good bit of salty language (words like "hell," “piss," and “crap” are audible, while stronger terms are bleeped) and some mild sexual innuendo.
Positive role models:
Despite the fact that the competitors all wear safety gear, parents need to be very up front about discussing the fact that stunts like these should never be tried at home. On the up side, the competitors are a diverse bunch.
Violence:
Cars fly through the air, flip, crash, and occasionally catch fire. The teams wear protective gear and drive reinforced cars, and the hosts remind viewers that the show's stunts shouldn't be tried at home. Some competitors scream in dear during their drive, and occasionally bystanders (including camera crews) must run for their lives as cars go out of control.
Sex:
Some mild sexual innuendo that will likely go over young kids' head, including references to “failing to launch” and calling women “cougars."
Language:
A fair bit of audible strong language, including “hell," “piss," and “crap." “S--t” is bleeped, while “f--k” is bleeped and speakers' mouths are blurred.
Consumerism:
Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Minor references to bars and drinking.
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