In Plain Sight
A fresh take on girl power -- with guns, sex.
Review Date: 5/30/2008

Murder Prevention Unit
Violent, thought-provoking British crime drama.
Review Date: 2/13/2005

Strong Medicine
OK medical drama has compelling female characters.
Review Date: 12/3/2004

Caitlin's Way
Earnest drama with positive messages is OK for tweens.
Review Date: 10/7/2000

No Angels
Nurses' sexy bedside manner is for adults only.
Review Date: 11/9/2004

Stone Undercover
Canadian crime-solving drama gets the job done.
Review Date: 10/15/2004

life as we know it
Shallow hormonal show about sex, sex, and sex.
Review Date: 10/8/2004

Timmy and Lassie
Timmy's stuck in the '50s, Lassie! Get help!
Review Date: 5/22/2004

Las Vegas
Infamous city gets a swank show; teens and up.
Review Date: 3/12/2004

Highway to Heaven
Michael Landon takes morals to a higher power.
Review Date: 11/9/2004

Xena: Warrior Princess
Mythology and action-adventure for teens and up.
Review Date: 7/12/2004

Numb3rs
Smart crime drama OK for teens.
Review Date: 1/23/2005

Crossing Jordan
Sappy crime drama too intense for kids.
Review Date: 3/19/2005

Huff
Edgy, smart drama with stellar cast; adults only.
Review Date: 4/2/2005

Strange Days at Blake Holsey High
Prep show Twilight Zone is good spooky fun.
Review Date: 4/4/2005

My So-Called Life
Mature teen angst at its best.
Review Date: 3/3/2005

NYPD Blue
Rich police drama with strong characters. No kids.
Review Date: 3/1/2005

Smallville
The making of a superman -- teens OK.
Review Date: 2/6/2004

Point Pleasant
The OC meets Rosemary's Baby. Ick.
Review Date: 1/24/2005

Knight Rider
Cliched '80s action show hasn't traveled well.
Review Date: 11/11/2004

Joan of Arcadia
God talks to a surly teen.
Review Date: 10/2/2003

Monk
Witty crime drama too highbrow for most kids.
Review Date: 3/6/2004

Desperate Housewives
Desperately addictive, but majorly mature.
Review Date: 1/20/2005

CSI: NY
Mature, captivating forensic whodunit.
Review Date: 3/7/2005

NCIS
Upbeat but average crime show -- older teens OK.
Review Date: 4/19/2005

CSI: Miami
Lesser cousin of mature, top-rated crime show.
Review Date: 4/25/2005

Six Degrees
Intriguing ensemble drama for teens and up.
Review Date: 9/20/2006

Nurse Jackie
Mature, complex hospital dramedy isn't meant for kids.
Review Date: 6/8/2009

October Road
Prodigal son drama walks quirky, uneven path.
Review Date: 3/14/2007

Boston Legal
Crass legal dramedy not appropriate for kids.
Review Date: 3/6/2005

Cold Case
Mature crime drama lacks grit and pizzazz.
Review Date: 3/3/2005

Nip/Tuck
Controversial plastic surgery drama; NOT for kids.
Review Date: 7/15/2006

Blood Ties
P.I. and vampire partner take a bite out of crime.
Review Date: 3/11/2007

Leverage
Entertaining heist series has a Robin Hood twist.
Review Date: 12/3/2008

Hotel Babylon
Brit guilty pleasure is best reserved for adults.
Review Date: 8/7/2007

Grey's Anatomy
Primetime medical soap has many adults hooked.
Review Date: 3/7/2005

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
Science prevails in mature, top-rated crime show.
Review Date: 2/27/2005

Medium
Psychic uses visions to solve violent crimes.
Review Date: 2/1/2005

Footballers' Wives
Wives are beyond desperate in this adult drama.
Review Date: 4/23/2005

Mentors
Blasts from the past teach teen how to deal.
Review Date: 5/15/2005

24
A tense thriller for adults and mature teens.
Review Date: 2/24/2006

The Unit
Weak military action-drama best for teens and up.
Review Date: 3/6/2006

Big Love
For adults only, and for good reasons.
Review Date: 3/12/2006

Related
Sisters stick together through it all; teens OK.
Review Date: 2/22/2006

Veronica Mars
Harriet the Spy meets Peyton Place; teens OK.
Review Date: 2/7/2006

Felicity
Search for love and identity fits teens and older.
Review Date: 12/1/2005

In Justice
A smart crime drama for teens and up.
Review Date: 1/1/2006

South Beach
Eye candy without any substance or complexity.
Review Date: 2/3/2006

Heist
Uneven crime caper for older teens and adults.
Review Date: 3/22/2006

The Evidence
Character-driven cop drama for teens and up.
Review Date: 3/23/2006

Deadwood
Vivid Old West drama is way too gritty for kids.
Review Date: 6/7/2006

Windfall
Soapy lottery drama is OK for older teens.
Review Date: 6/7/2006

Saved
Clever medical drama is OK for older teens.
Review Date: 6/12/2006

Falcon Beach
The O.C.'s poor country cousin; teens OK.
Review Date: 6/2/2006

Beyond the Break
Surf's down on this soggy, sexy teen drama.
Review Date: 6/1/2006

Thief
Dark, compelling drama best for adults only.
Review Date: 3/28/2006

The Bedford Diaries
College students gone wild. For mature viewers.
Review Date: 3/28/2006

Degrassi: The Next Generation
Edgy series deals with teen issues frankly.
Review Date: 11/4/2005

The District
Clever, compelling crime drama; teens OK.
Review Date: 10/15/2005

Wildfire
Horsey teen soap with life lessons.
Review Date: 6/20/2005

Little House on the Prairie
Classic pioneer drama is one for the books.
Review Date: 8/2/2005

Beautiful People
Drama best for teens and up lacks sizzle.
Review Date: 8/8/2005

Degrassi, Old School
Edgy but responsible; excellent TV for teens.
Review Date: 6/14/2005

Gilmore Girls
A coming-of-age drama that's great for teen girls.
Review Date: 6/4/2005

Kings
Complex palace intrigue may be too much for kids.
Review Date: 3/15/2009

Six Feet Under
Exceptional drama series for mature viewers only.
Review Date: 5/17/2005

The Shield
Thoughtful, mature cop show...with lots of blood.
Review Date: 8/22/2005

The Practice
Drama with a passion for justice; teens and up.
Review Date: 8/22/2005

Dead Like Me
Quirky afterlife dramedy is OK for teens.
Review Date: 9/21/2005

Close to Home
Dull legal drama will bore teens, scare kids.
Review Date: 10/4/2005

Alias
Smart action drama with a strong female lead.
Review Date: 10/6/2005

JAG
Action-packed legal drama best for teens and up.
Review Date: 9/19/2005

Judging Amy
Law & Order meets The Waltons.
Review Date: 9/19/2005

The O.C.
Sex, drugs, and designer labels rule.
Review Date: 9/8/2005

Cold Squad
Canadian police drama isn't anything special.
Review Date: 9/15/2005

Screech Owls
Live-action Scooby-Doo at a hockey rink.
Review Date: 5/8/2005

House
Gripping medical/moral drama isn't for kids.
Review Date: 9/30/2005

The Philanthropist
Action-tinged drama is flawed but has substance.
Review Date: 6/24/2009

Drop Dead Diva
Beauty vs. brains dramedy is fun, despite some stereotyping.
Review Date: 7/12/2009

The Streets of San Francisco
Classic cop series offers look at important time, place.
Review Date: 6/28/2007

Dark Blue
Complex show about undercover life is exciting but violent.
Review Date: 7/14/2009

Being Human
Edgy British show about “monsters” examines human nature.
Review Date: 7/25/2009

Private
Online boarding school drama has some violence, sex.
Review Date: 8/11/2009

Degrassi Goes Hollywood
Brush with fame teaches teens lessons in TV movie.
Review Date: 8/14/2009

Defying Gravity
Slow-paced space drama examines fate, human emotions.
Review Date: 8/2/2009

Make It or Break It
Gymnastics series mixes competition and teen drama.
Review Date: 6/22/2009

Merlin
Fresh take on legendary wizard is fun, if not truly magical.
Review Date: 6/21/2009

Mental
Soapy but thoughtful drama looks at mysteries of the mind.
Review Date: 5/29/2009

Southland
Realistic look at the LAPD is gritty, violent, enthralling.
Review Date: 4/9/2009

Harper's Island
Unoriginal slasher show is far too gory for kids.
Review Date: 4/9/2009

Royal Pains
Hamptons-set drama is entertaining but materialistic.
Review Date: 6/4/2009

HawthoRNe
Heartfelt but mature drama from a nurse's point of view.
Review Date: 6/16/2009

The Secret Life of the American Teenager
Heartfelt drama tackles teen sex, pregnancy, parenthood.
Review Date: 6/30/2008

The Listener
Mind-reading paramedic helps others in formulaic drama.
Review Date: 6/4/2009

Acceptance
Movie about college admissions mixes heart, tough issues.
Review Date: 8/22/2009

Durham County
Creepy drama about families, friendship, murderers, lies.
Review Date: 9/7/2009

Three Rivers
Medical drama has strong messages about organ donation.
Review Date: 10/4/2009

Trauma
Muddled medical drama is intense but predictable.
Review Date: 9/28/2009

FlashForward
Complex drama blends action, mystery, questions about fate.
Review Date: 9/24/2009

White Collar
Fun odd-couple crime drama is tamer than you'd expect.
Review Date: 10/23/2009

Valemont
Moody vampire series relies heavily on mobile tech.
Review Date: 9/29/2009

Ally McBeal
Quirky '90s legal dramedy features a flawed female lead.
Review Date: 10/6/2009

My Super Psycho Sweet 16
Teen horror flick is big on blood, cliques -- and revenge.
Review Date: 10/23/2009

Mercy
Adult-driven hospital drama seems awfully familiar.
Review Date: 9/23/2009

Fame (1980s)
Classic teen series is dated, but it once broke new ground.
Review Date: 9/22/2008

The Vampire Diaries
Teen vampire drama big on blood -- and iffy messages.
Review Date: 9/10/2009

The Beautiful Life: TBL
Fashion drama aims for chic ... but the result is weak.
Review Date: 9/16/2009

Melrose Place (2009)
Steamy '90s soap update still a grown-up guilty pleasure.
Review Date: 9/8/2009

The Forgotten
Dark-toned crime drama has an inspiring purpose.
Review Date: 9/22/2009

The Good Wife
Timely, mature drama about surviving political scandal.
Review Date: 9/22/2009

Eastwick
Charming dramedy mixes magic, some sexuality.
Review Date: 9/23/2009

NCIS: Los Angeles
Formulaic crime show spin-off breaks little new ground.
Review Date: 9/22/2009

The Unusuals
Quirky cop dramedy isn't as graphic as other crime shows.
Review Date: 4/8/2009

ReGenesis
Thought-provoking science drama asks tough questions.
Review Date: 10/24/2004

True Blood
Sexy, Southern-fried vampire drama for adults only.
Review Date: 9/5/2008

Raising the Bar
Legal drama for grown-ups has more soap than grit.
Review Date: 8/29/2008

The Cleaner
Drug/addiction-focused adult drama isn't for kids.
Review Date: 7/14/2008

90210
Famous ZIP code gets an edgy, entitled remake.
Review Date: 9/3/2008

Trust Me
Ad agency series sells lightweight drama; some iffy stuff.
Review Date: 1/23/2009

Crusoe
Adventure show makes castaway life look exciting.
Review Date: 10/17/2008

The Beast
Undercover drama exciting, but has questionable role model.
Review Date: 1/15/2009

Lie to Me
Crime drama hones in on the details of deception.
Review Date: 1/20/2009

Breaking Bad
Morally ambiguous show is all about drugs.
Review Date: 1/21/2008

H2O
Aussie mermaids send good messages to tweens.
Review Date: 3/13/2008

Moonlight
Bloody vampire detective saga lacks dramatic bite.
Review Date: 9/27/2007

Wild at Heart
UK family drama features tense animal encounters.
Review Date: 4/20/2007

Whistler
Gloomy teen ski resort drama leaves viewers cold.
Review Date: 6/30/2006

Eli Stone
Hokey premise makes good message hard to swallow.
Review Date: 1/30/2008

Law & Order: Criminal Intent
Inside the mind of killers; not for kids.
Review Date: 2/2/2005

Canterbury's Law
Legal drama is both mature and unmemorable.
Review Date: 3/7/2008

Law & Order: SVU
Grisly, sensationalized crimes; not meant for kids.
Review Date: 2/1/2005

Nash Bridges
San Francisco-set whodunit is mostly syndicated TV filler.
Review Date: 10/30/2006

Legend of the Seeker
Fantasy series follows well-established model.
Review Date: 11/1/2008

Without a Trace
Predictible crime drama for older teens only.
Review Date: 3/6/2005

Mad Men
Ads and anxiety in 1960s office drama for adults.
Review Date: 7/19/2007

Lost
Excellent, scary drama for fearless families.
Review Date: 9/19/2005

Private Practice
Grey's spin-off has similar adult content.
Review Date: 9/26/2007

Bones
CSI-light. For older teens.
Review Date: 9/19/2005

The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency
Exceptional series based on loved books is great for teens.
Review Date: 3/29/2009

My Own Worst Enemy
Sophisticated drama packs too much heat for kids.
Review Date: 10/10/2008

Criminal Minds
Brainy, formulaic crime show. Too grim for kids.
Review Date: 10/4/2005

Law & Order
Dead bodies + courtroom drama = mature teens only.
Review Date: 2/2/2005

Ashes to Ashes
'80s-set British crime sequel is as good as the original.
Review Date: 3/7/2009

Castle
Colorful main character adds flair to lighthearted cop show.
Review Date: 3/9/2009

Mistresses
Sexy British drama explores friendship and infidelity.
Review Date: 2/20/2009

Rockville, CA
Online soap from Gossip Girl creator has iffy stuff.
Review Date: 3/17/2009

Au Pair 3: Adventure in Paradise
Fun family movie has sweet messages for parents and kids.
Review Date: 3/15/2009

Magnum, P.I.
1980s heartthrob solves cases in Hawaii.
Review Date: 5/22/2005

Runaway
Family flees FBI in tense drama; OK for teens.
Review Date: 9/22/2006

The Best Years
A look at college life, Degrassi style.
Review Date: 6/28/2007

Fallen
Angelic miniseries pits good against evil.
Review Date: 7/24/2006

Scout's Safari
Fish-out-of-water drama mixes animals, issues.
Review Date: 4/26/2005

7th Heaven
This uplifting family drama keeps the faith.
Review Date: 10/29/2003

The Closer
Riveting crime drama with a strong female lead.
Review Date: 6/11/2006

Women's Murder Club
Strong women team up to solve graphic murders.
Review Date: 10/11/2007

Roommates
MySpace's faux reality show has iffy content.
Review Date: 10/22/2007

Kaya
Young musician copes with the rock-star life.
Review Date: 10/23/2007

MI-5
Violent British terror drama raises big questions.
Review Date: 10/24/2005

Friday Night Lights
Poignant football drama scores; OK for teens.
Review Date: 10/2/2006

Dirt
Explicit, edge-pushing tabloid drama. No kids!
Review Date: 1/1/2007

Murphy's Law
Tense British crime drama is too violent for kids.
Review Date: 6/2/2007

Prison Break
Prison drama is too violent for young viewers.
Review Date: 11/4/2005

Melrose Place
Campy Spelling soap is a grown-up guilty pleasure.
Review Date: 11/7/2006

Dexter
Bloody drama for adults only -- we mean it!
Review Date: 9/29/2006

Jericho
Mildly scary disaster drama fails to thrill.
Review Date: 9/19/2006

North Shore
Dreadful soap opera almost drowns in alcohol.
Review Date: 9/2/2004

Diagnosis Murder
90s crime drama is tame by today's standards.
Review Date: 12/13/2005

The Tudors
Henry VIII courts drama in adult period piece.
Review Date: 3/30/2007

Journeyman
Time-travel drama is entertaining but mature.
Review Date: 9/21/2007

Viva Laughlin
Casino-set musical drama is an iffy gamble.
Review Date: 10/17/2007

Diagnosis X
Medical docudrama has hokey re-enactments.
Review Date: 7/25/2007

Big Shots
Clichéd alpha males juggle jobs, women, life.
Review Date: 9/26/2007

Rescue Me
Firefighter Tommy needs some help with his life.
Review Date: 5/30/2006

Side Order of Life
Inspirational Lifetime dramedy is sappy but sweet.
Review Date: 7/13/2007

Prom Queen: Summer Heat
Online soap spin-off is racy and violent.
Review Date: 8/30/2007

Men in Trees
Smart, sassy dramedy is fine for teens.
Review Date: 9/11/2006

Tell Me You Love Me
Sex-focused show is shockingly real. Adults only.
Review Date: 9/9/2007

Lincoln Heights
Message-heavy drama about life in the 'hood.
Review Date: 1/5/2007

What About Brian
Modern-day thirtysomething; OK for teens.
Review Date: 4/14/2006

K-Ville
Intense cop drama deals with Katrina aftermath.
Review Date: 9/14/2007

Life Is Wild
Blended-family show mixes drama and nature.
Review Date: 10/5/2007

Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip
Smart ensemble drama probes comedy's complexities.
Review Date: 9/18/2006

Jekyll
Chilling Brit take on classic is for adults only.
Review Date: 8/3/2007

Coastal Dreams
Fun, sexy, soapy online drama aimed at teens.
Review Date: 10/1/2007

Shark
James Woods is bright spot in mature legal drama.
Review Date: 9/20/2006

Cane
Sultry, mature nighttime soap has a Latin flair.
Review Date: 9/24/2007

Ultimate Force
British crime drama is too violent for most teens.
Review Date: 9/24/2007

New Amsterdam
Love, crime mix in cop show with immortal twist.
Review Date: 3/3/2008

Quarterlife
Angsty drama series is mature but has substance.
Review Date: 11/12/2007

Samurai Girl
Action-packed drama with strong female character.
Review Date: 9/5/2008

In Treatment
Daring, mature drama won't interest kids.
Review Date: 1/25/2008

Sorority Forever
Steamy online mystery drama launches TheWB.com.
Review Date: 9/15/2008

Privileged
Status-driven teen drama is surprisingly positive.
Review Date: 9/8/2008

Lipstick Jungle
Sex-strewn NYC dramedy is too steamy for kids.
Review Date: 2/6/2008

Life
Mature cop drama lacks spark; not meant for kids.
Review Date: 9/25/2007

Everwood
Engaging but controversial show for teens.
Review Date: 10/31/2003

Sons of Anarchy
Violent biker show glamorizes unpleasant people.
Review Date: 9/2/2008

Pushing Daisies
Quirky drama mixes murder, fantasy, romance.
Review Date: 10/3/2007

Dirty Sexy Money
Juicy, scandalous family drama isn't for kids.
Review Date: 9/25/2007

The Ex List
Single gal's search for love is sexually charged.
Review Date: 10/3/2008

Eleventh Hour
Quirky detective solves implausible mysteries.
Review Date: 10/8/2008

Life on Mars (U.S.)
Intriguing remake of UK time-travel/cop show.
Review Date: 10/8/2008

Easy Money
Loan shark dramedy has plenty of iffy stuff.
Review Date: 10/3/2008

Cashmere Mafia
Sexy, label-heavy drama is a guilty pleasure.
Review Date: 1/4/2008

Fringe
Moody conspiracy drama is creepy, complex, scary.
Review Date: 9/7/2008

The Mentalist
Mature crime drama mixes skepticism, violence.
Review Date: 9/22/2008

South of Nowhere
An eye-opening portrayal; OK for mature teens.
Review Date: 11/4/2005

Gossip Girl
The O.C. on the East Coast; parents beware.
Review Date: 9/18/2007

John from Cincinnati
Mystical HBO surfing drama is awash in profanity.
Review Date: 6/8/2007

Robin Hood
Remake of the legend almost hits the bullseye.
Review Date: 3/2/2007

The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones
A thrilling, educational romp through history.
Review Date: 5/12/2008

Greek
College dramedy rushes to show sex, drinking.
Review Date: 7/6/2007

The West Wing
Intelligent political drama for mature viewers.
Review Date: 2/7/2005

Day Break
One bad day lasts forever. Too bloody for kids.
Review Date: 11/14/2006

Baywatch
Hit '90s lifeguard series is cheesy, jiggly fun.
Review Date: 3/4/2005

Beverly Hills, 90210
Classic '90s teen soap with famous a zip code.
Review Date: 11/7/2006

Swingtown
Sex-themed '70s-set drama isn't meant for kids.
Review Date: 6/6/2008

Army Wives
Soapy drama about being married to the military.
Review Date: 6/1/2007

Saving Grace
Tough female cop has problems only God can fix.
Review Date: 7/20/2007

Fear Itself
Intense horror show definitely too much for kids.
Review Date: 6/6/2008

Shameless
Mature British drama is both gritty and sweet.
Review Date: 7/5/2007

Flashpoint
Intense cop show explores effects of violence.
Review Date: 7/10/2008

The Circuit
Car racing drama is too steamy for young kids.
Review Date: 6/6/2008

Burn Notice
Snide spy cracks jokes and shoots kneecaps.
Review Date: 6/27/2007

Brothers & Sisters
Meaty ensemble drama for mature audiences.
Review Date: 9/22/2006

Hex
Derivative Brit witchcraft drama fails to enchant.
Review Date: 6/14/2006

The Sopranos
Violent mob drama doesn't pull any punches.
Review Date: 3/12/2006

One Tree Hill
Teen soap has all the questionable ingredients.
Review Date: 1/22/2004

The A-Team
80s action adventures with Mr. T and the gang.
Review Date: 1/20/2005

Rome
History at its most raw, vulgar -- and exciting.
Review Date: 1/5/2007

Touched by an Angel
Inspiring drama has strong Christian overtones.
Review Date: 12/21/2004

The Waltons
Beloved '70s family classic continues to win fans.
Review Date: 12/18/2004

The Wire
Realistic drama about urban crime is NOT for kids.
Review Date: 9/1/2006

Footballers' Wives: Overtime
Tacky, over-the-top trash is painful to watch.
Review Date: 8/6/2006

MacGyver
80s action hero relies on smarts, not violence.
Review Date: 10/15/2005

In the City
Racy British soap wallows in drugs and sex.
Review Date: 1/25/2007

City of Men
Gritty drama about Brazilian boys growing up fast.
Review Date: 4/4/2006

Charmed
Three witchy women flirt and fight evil; teens OK.
Review Date: 2/11/2005

The Riches
Edgy FX drama offers a wealth of laughs, too.
Review Date: 3/12/2007

The Incredible Hulk
70s comic-based classic might scare some kids.
Review Date: 2/21/2005

The Pretender
Multi-layered suspense will engage older tweens.
Review Date: 2/5/2005

Walker, Texas Ranger
Tweens will groan over hokey Western cop drama.
Review Date: 2/7/2005

Cold Feet
Adult-targeted British drama has mature themes.
Review Date: 4/8/2006

Afterlife
Chilling paranormal thrills for sturdy viewers.
Review Date: 12/13/2005

Wicked Wicked Games
Clichéd primetime soap is bent on revenge.
Review Date: 12/6/2006

Vanished
Meaty mystery good for grown-ups.
Review Date: 8/18/2006

Justice
Glossy legal drama a little too risque for kids.
Review Date: 8/29/2006

Standoff
Tense FBI drama needs more mojo. Teens and up.
Review Date: 9/1/2006

Three Moons Over Milford
Quirky drama that tweens may find amusing.
Review Date: 8/4/2006

Dawson's Creek
Mature, talky teens ponder life's complexities.
Review Date: 8/1/2006

Crash
Film-inspired series explores social problems.
Review Date: 10/17/2008

Life on Mars
High-concept British crime drama; teens and up.
Review Date: 7/24/2006

Fashion House
Campy nighttime soap models sex, greed, deception.
Review Date: 9/5/2006

Desire
Shallow soap is too risqué for tweens.
Review Date: 9/5/2006

3 Lbs.
Brainy medical drama has moving moments.
Review Date: 11/13/2006

Charlie's Angels
Jiggly, not-too-gritty '70s crime drama. Classic!
Review Date: 12/1/2005

Watch Over Me
Racy love-triangle soap isn't for kids.
Review Date: 12/6/2006

Vincent
UK gumshoe drama delivers character and suspense.
Review Date: 11/6/2006

Monarch Cove
Cheesy beach town romance/mystery is all wet.
Review Date: 11/4/2006

Smith
Captivating crime caper is too violent for kids.
Review Date: 9/18/2006

The Nine
Now-familiar flashback formula works ... again.
Review Date: 10/4/2006

Raines
Smart, quirky detective procedural -- with ghosts.
Review Date: 3/15/2007

Saints and Sinners
Modern-day Romeo and Juliet as trashy soap.
Review Date: 3/14/2007

Commander in Chief
Life and politics mix in this important drama.
Review Date: 9/29/2005

The L Word
This word should only be in an adult's vocabulary.
Review Date: 1/8/2006

DinoSapien
So-so dino story gets boost from impressive CGI.
Review Date: 7/6/2007

Perry Mason
Classic courtroom drama wins the case.
Review Date: 6/20/2005

Girl, Positive
Frank, thoughtful look at teen sexuality and HIV.
Review Date: 6/22/2007

Meadowlands
Moody, mature family drama is full of mystery.
Review Date: 6/15/2007

Hollyoaks
UK soap's addictive but sends teens iffy messages.
Review Date: 6/4/2007

Heartland
Organ-donation drama mixes grit and emotion.
Review Date: 6/18/2007

ER
Excellent, but the ER is no place for children.
Review Date: 1/1/2006

Jack and Bobby
Thoughtful but edgy examination of two brothers.
Review Date: 9/8/2004

The Saddle Club
Cute boys and horses: A tween dream.
Review Date: 4/17/2005

State of Mind
Smart, juicy session of office drama for adults.
Review Date: 7/15/2007

The Black Donnellys
Revenge and loyalty drive violent NYC crime drama.
Review Date: 2/23/2007

Flight 29 Down
Teen tale of deserted island survival.
Review Date: 11/29/2005

Damages
Dark, criminally good legal thriller. Adults only.
Review Date: 7/23/2007

Prom Queen
Racy teen soap airs on MySpace; be careful!
Review Date: 5/8/2007

The Kill Point
Action-packed drama with a political message.
Review Date: 7/20/2007

Summerland
Mindless (but addictive) surf town drama.
Review Date: 7/20/2004

Johnny Tsunami
Surfing, boarding, and strong lessons for kids.
Review Date: 6/5/2005

Kidnapped
Violent serial drama lacks real suspense.
Review Date: 9/19/2006

Drive
Tense Lost wannabe chases high-stakes race.
Review Date: 4/13/2007

Kyle XY
Teen savant tackles the mysteries of his past.
Review Date: 6/19/2006

Brotherhood
Intense and intriguing, but not OK for kids.
Review Date: 7/7/2006

Chicago Hope
It's no ER, but doc drama still entertains.
Review Date: 3/22/2005

American Heiress
English telenovela is rich with campy melodrama.
Review Date: 3/13/2007

'Til Death Do Us Part
Campy John Waters docudrama says "I do" to murder.
Review Date: 3/19/2007

Conviction
New-generation law drama is weak, not for kids.
Review Date: 3/3/2006

Hustle
Classy British con series is great, for grown ups.
Review Date: 4/18/2007

Murder, She Wrote
Simple crime drama is tame by today's standards.
Review Date: 12/18/2004

Traveler
Tense-but-entertaining conspiracy thriller.
Review Date: 5/9/2007

Matlock
Griffith's down-home charm has adult appeal.
Review Date: 5/17/2005

Third Watch
Heavy NYC hero drama is too violent for kids.
Review Date: 5/15/2005

Da Vinci's Inquest
Crusading Canadian coroner seeks justice.
Review Date: 4/10/2005

Innocent
British law students tackle ethics and cold cases.
Review Date: 5/10/2007

Hidden Palms
Poor little rich boy stumbles on town secrets.
Review Date: 5/29/2007

Angela's Eyes
Crime show doesn't break new ground, but teens OK.
Review Date: 7/14/2006