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The Drinky Crow Show (Cartoon Network)

common sense media says

Alcoholic's animated exploits glamorize drinking.

parents & educators say
  • 71% say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking
  • 57% say violence is an issue
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this Adult Swim cartoon is swimming in alcohol. The main characters certainly prefer drinking over just about any other activity, and the show makes light of consequences like drunk-driving accidents, vomiting, hangovers, and pursuing drunken sex with obviously inappropriate partners. But although the characters apparently are having plenty of fun, parts of the program are definitely unpleasant to watch. There are some extremely graphic images, and the general appearance of the entire series makes drinking seem ugly.

Positive messages: The show makes light of the main characters' dependency on alcoholism and its impact. Drinky Crow is only mildly upset when his girlfriend leaves him because he won't give up drinking and eagerly hits the bars to soothe his angst.
Violence: Though there's little fighting, some scenes feature extremely violent and graphic images that are inappropriate for kids. In one example, a character happily cuts out his own eyes with a razor blade.
Sex: Though there's no nudity, some scenes show the animated characters engaging in some rather explicit sexual activity.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: The two main characters spend much of the show drinking, talking about drinking, planning their drinking binges, and recovering from drinking. The show glamorizes drinking and minimizes its consequences. For example, the characters drink heavily while driving but walk away unscathed from a serious car wreck. That said, while Drinky Crow and his Uncle Gabby seem to be having plenty of fun, the show's animation style makes their alcoholic activities appear quite unappealing to viewers.
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Families can talk about drinking. Do you think this show makes drinking seem fun or unpleasant? Does it make you want to imitate the characters, or does it have the exact opposite effect? What are some of the real-life consequences of drinking? How are they different from what's shown here? What about compared to other TV shows and movies?

What's the story?

What's the story?
The main characters on THE DRINKY CROW SHOW -- Drinky Crow (voiced by Dino Stamatopoulos) and his best friend, Uncle Gabby (David Herman) -- like to drink. In fact, the main point of this animated show for mature viewers is watching them get drunk and engage in foolish behavior. They get drunk and drive. They get drunk and seek out wildly inappropriate sexual partners. They drink until they throw up. And they engage in extremely violent, self-destructive behavior, usually presented with graphic and very unpleasant images.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

This animated show for adults -- which is based on a comic strip by artist Tony Millionaire -- makes light of alcoholism. Drinky Crow and Uncle Gabby seem to be having fun as they drink themselves into stupors, and though the show's animation style certainly doesn't make their antics look pretty, it does try to make them seem amusing.

As such, The Drinky Crow Show tries to find entertainment in a narrow band located between promoting irresponsible behavior and convincing viewers to see it as a fun, ironic look at the potential hazards of liquor. And that's a tough job. Some people might laugh at Drinky Crow's misadventures but fail to realize that he's portrayed as anything but a role model. Others might find the characters' capers tedious, while others will simply find the show's graphic imagery unpleasant and offensive.

TV themes & details

TV Details
TV Rating: TV-MA
Network: Cartoon Network
Cast: Becky Thyre, David Herman, Dino Stamatopoulos
Genre: Comedy
Where to watch: Cartoon Network
This review was written by Will Wade
 
 

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Based on 7 parent & educator reviews:
  • 71% say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking
  • 57% say violence is an issue
  • 29% say language is an issue
  • 29% say sexual content is an issue
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mpearmai
kid, 12 years old
17
 
Missed Language!!
I heard a bad word>it was ****
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wallaceson
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tariq1919
kid, 12 years old
15
 
its soo funny
this is soooooo funny but its full of blood no gore but itss soo funny the blood isnt real its like some red liquid nothing close to blood its like grape juice red grape juice it has guts literally not bravery but the other one but too unrealistic but nt for kids(bad word alert) i heard the b word
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Metropolisforever
teen, 16 years old
17
 
Astonishingly, Embarrassingly Awful; Not for Anyone Who Values Their Brain
There's nothing more embarrassing than someone who desperately wants to be "shocking", and is willing to try as hard as they can just to get some attention. Tony Millionaire's "Maakies" alternative comic strip (and "Saturday Night Live" shorts) have never been particularly funny. As Tony himself says, it consists of him "getting everything off my chest, laughing at the horrors of being alive". This is as dark as dark comedy gets; this is beyond pitch-black. To be honest, it really isn't funny at all. It's just ugly, nasty, and depressing. "The Drinky Crow Show" is a very different subject. Typical scene from "Drinky Crow": Uncle Gabby (Drinky Crow's equally worthless monkey sidekick) pops out of French spy DeBoursay's vagina and makes a hot dog with her placenta. I kid you not. When you're THIS desperate for attention, you're not gonna care if your show is funny or not. And "Drinky Crow" isn't even remotely funny. It's idiotic, juvenile, embarrassing, pathetic, obnoxious, and desperate. It's a waste of cable airwaves, and it's an insult to the intelligence of every living being who is sorry enough to watch it - whether by accident or not. I wouldn't want my DOGS watching this animated abortion. Please - for the love of all that is good and holy - do not support the creators of this monstrosity. Seriously. Just... don't. Go watch crap float around in the toilet. It's better than anything you'll see on this sad, sorry excuse for a cartoon. I mean it. Don't watch it.
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NK17
adult
17
 
STRICTLY for older teens, borderline to: Gray [not for kids]
Alot of drinking, graphic violence, some sex, OH MISSED LANGUAGE I heard f**k and hell
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Dr. Weird
parent of 14 year old
16
 
Crow Show.
It's full of blood and drinking, but it sure is funny.
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Frylock
teen, 14 years old
17
 
Adult, funny.
Seriously adult, but seriously funny.
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lindsey90
teen, 14 years old
2
 
this is the only show i can watch on adultswim it has no curse words
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spiderbaby
adult
16
 
'Adult Swim' says it all
This may be a dumb show, which I believe it is, but the warning before the show states that it is not suitable for children under 14. The cartoons on Adult Swim are for adults. So parents, be warned - don't let your kids watch Cartoon Network after 10 PM.
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willowfaierie
educator and parent of 11 year old
17
 
Just the same old same old.
My daughter doesn't drink, many TV shows glamorize alcohol, but this one? NO!!!!
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LINDSEY76
parent of 4 year old
2
 
missed launguige
i heard hell
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Raptor69
adult
 
insane show
This show was just insane the over the top animation the over the top violents it what makes the show great
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