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The Gamekillers

(Rated TV-14, Reality TV, Starring Robert Bogue, Where to watch: MTV, MTV2, Online)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 15, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 15.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Dating show is one big ad for Axe Body Spray.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 15–18

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Contestants are tricked into believing they're on a dating show, but it's not malicious. Awkward and often inappropriate situations are staged to elicit a reaction. The show's focus is on heterosexual dating, and it features people from various racial and ethnic backgrounds. Some bathroom humor.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    While the title includes the word "killers," there's actually not really any visible violence to speak of.

  • Sex:

    Flirting, hand holding, hugging, kissing, and very strong sexual innuendo, including discussions about erections, sexual prowess, and orgasms. Words like "nards," "sausage fest," and other slang are used to describe genitals and sexual acts. Young men and women are sometimes seen in their underwear or towels, but no nudity is visible.

  • Language:

    Generally pretty mild -- "hell," etc. -- when it comes to actual swearing; there's lots of sex- and body-related slang, but the word "penis" is bleeped out.

  • Consumerism:

    The series was created specifically as a promotional vehicle for Axe Body Spray; Axe is referenced throughout the show. Some NYC sites/brands, including the Hudson Hotel and Circle Line Cruise, are mentioned.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Beer, wine, and hard liquor consumption visible.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Gamekillers

Parents need to know that this dating show -- which was inspired by a successful deodorant commercial -- was specifically created to promote Axe Body Spray; not surprising, the product is featured prominently. There's also some drinking and strong sexual innuendo, including references to genitals, erections, and orgasms. While the unsuspecting "contestants" are tricked into thinking they're participating in a more traditional type of dating show, the series is intended to be funny rather than malicious.

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