The Emperor's New School

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Common Sense Media says

Lackluster cartoon based on the animated movie.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this show is intended for entertainment purposes only -- despite the potentially interesting and educational setting (an Incan empire), there's no learning about history or the culture of these people. The main character, Kuzco, is a self-absorbed teen. He lies and cheats in order to secure his high school diploma. He's also disrespectful to adults.


What's the story?

THE EMPEROR'S NEW SCHOOL is a feeble attempt to ride on the coattails of the popular animated film The Emperor's New Groove. This cartoon focuses on Kuzco, a pompous would-be emperor teen who has been forced out of the palace and lives with his peasant buddy Pacha and family. He cannot become emperor without earning his high school diploma, so he does what he does best, which is lie and cheat his way out of every obstacle between him and the diploma. Narrated by Kuzco, The Emperor's New School follows his silly escapades around school and the Incan community.


Is it any good?

 

Though the cartoon is targeted at young elementary-aged kids, even these viewers are savvy enough to ask, "Why would anyone want to help him?" The show is free of violence but its lackluster animation and annoying characters are not worth even a half hour of down-time.


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What families can talk about

Families can talk about why Kuzco faces challenges with friends and administrators at school and what changes he could make to be more likable. Could his terrible attitude and actions be a way to cover up his normal adolescent feelings of insecurity? Would kids want to be friends with someone like Kuzco given how he treats others?


This review was written by Pam Gelman
Teen, 17 years old
April 9, 2008
 
I like The Emperor's New School
I've never seen the movie, but the show is pretty nice. I like Malina's stuffed animal it's cute. God job Disney !

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Teen, 16 years old
April 9, 2008
 

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Teen, 17 years old
April 9, 2008
 
I like Kuzco
I think the Emporer's New School is a cool show. Malina's my favorite. It's good for everyone !!!!

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Teen, 18 years old
September 13, 2011
 
So-so cartoon...
I don't think this is the best cartoon, but it was okay. It was a bit funny and was pretty entertaining. Although, Kuzco is rude, selfish, lazy, and disrespectful. He also seems obsessed with a girl in his school, often calling her a "hottie". Besides that, it was fine, but nothing worth cheering for.

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Parent of 12 year old
April 9, 2008
 
STUPID!

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Teen, 18 years old
April 9, 2008
 
Super Cool
This is a very good Disney Channel show.

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Teen, 15 years old
October 12, 2010
 
A 'so-so' series made off of a great Disney movie
It's alright, not nearly as good as the movie though. Kuzco has to go back to school because they don't think he's doing to well as an emperor. Along the way Kronk is at the school too (Not sure why because its revealed in the movie Kronk is older than Kuzco and Kuzco is like 18, although I'm glad they put in Kronk) Then there's Malina, she's a good role model for the most part, get good grades, respect everyone, do the right thing. She does have a temper when it comes to winning and if she looses an inch of perfection. Kuzco has a crush on Malina, and she trys to let him down easy, his usual greeting to her is "hotty-hot-hotty" I loved the show, but they made Kuzco more of a brat (if you can believe that) He lives with Patcha and his family, which is cool because he learns about family being important. The other thing that bothers me is the fact they made it more 'twenty-first-century" like what they did to Mudka's Meat Hut. It's a pretty cute show, but they didn't even bother finishing it, and some episodes weren't very good, but we all have our mistakes. It's just a shame they decided to totally give up on it.

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Teen, 16 years old
April 9, 2008
 
*sigh*
How terrible this show is, it really didn't look good but, I saw it, turned to Nick instead. REALLY, IT IS THE OPPOSITE OF THE MOVIE, TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE!!!! However, I reccomend the movie, it is an awesome movie!!!! But, the show is a big, 10 minute blooper!

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This review was written by Pam Gelman
This review was written by Pam Gelman
 

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