Disaster Date
(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Where to watch: MTV)
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Is it age appropriate?
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Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 16; suggested age 14. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Lame dating show isn't a total disaster ... but it's close.
Themes in this show include: dating/crushes, honesty, revenge
Why We Rated This
for Ages 14–16
What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About Disaster Date
Parents need to know that this hidden-camera show sends a subtle message that lying is OK when it's funny, which could be easily misinterpreted by younger children. There's also some bleeped language (including "s--t" and "f--k") and iffy audibles like "balls" and "vagina," in addition to characters who drink alcohol to break the ice in awkward social situations. The phrase "payback's a bitch!" is a common refrain.
Read our full review by Kari Croop
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about honesty and when it's OK to lie. Are there any negative consequences to lying on this show? Is the victim negatively affected by others' actions?
- How is alcohol used to break the ice on these dates? Can too much alcohol take a date in the wrong direction?
- Do you think people are really signing up for the show to get revenge on someone who set them up on a bad date? Or do they just want to be on television?

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