The Jetsons (Boomerang)

common sense media says

Fun, futuristic cartoon is still a kids' classic.


parents & educators say

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this classic cartoon deals with old-fashioned family values in a futuristic setting. Although financial security and family relationships are important to the Jetson family, some of today's viewers may find the traditional male/female roles a little dated.

Positive messages: The series is about family, and highlights the family values of the time it was originally on the air.
Positive role models: Overall the Jetsons work together well as a family, although the gender roles are somewhat stereotypical and dated.
Violence & scariness: Not applicable.
Sexy stuff: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

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What to talk about

Talk to your kids

Families can talk about technology. How does technology make the simple things in life easier? Can technology make life more complicated? Is the Jetson family too dependent on technology? What would life be like for them if they didn't have all those technological devices? Are there any "futuristic" inventions on the show that now actually exist? Which inventions would you like to see created?

What's the story?

What's the story?

THE JETSONS is the story of an upper middle class space-age family living life in typical 1960s fashion. This classic cartoon delivers humor, a catchy theme song, and imaginative space age living -- all chores are accomplished by either the push of a button or by beloved robot maid Rosie. Hardworking George (voiced by George O'Hanlon) is always jetting off in his space ship to his job at Spacely Space Products, and Jane (Penny Singleton) is a caring, intuitive mother who uses buttons and robots to complete her chores. The Jetson kids -- boy-crazy teen Judy () and boy genius Elroy (Daws Butler) – keep their parents on their toes, as does lovable pooch Astro (Don Messick).

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

All in all, The Jetsons have an exemplary family relationship. Even though the shows values are a little behind the times for today's standards, the characters exude mutual respect -- and that's something that people and families from all walks of life can learn from.

 

The show's problem areas are few and far between, and those that do exist can be attributed to how much times have changed since the show premiered in 1962. For example, "daughter Judy" is portrayed as boy-crazy and flaky, while her brother Elroy is a genius. Some would consider these roles sexist, since many attractive women in today's society are both boy crazy and intelligent and goal oriented.

TV themes & details

TV Details
TV Rating: TV-Y
Network: Boomerang
Cast: Daws Butler, George O'Hanlon, Penny Singleton
Genre: Kids' Animation
Where to watch: Boomerang

This review was written by Deirdre Sheppard
 
 

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moviega
kid, 9 years old
 

MarioMii
teen, 15 years old
 
A very good show for kids to watch, but they don't need to.
I really love this show and I like to watch one of these DVDs right after a DVD I like less. This show is really good for young kids.

aljolsonfan
kid, 9 years old
 

SHAUNISANERD
kid, 9 years old
 

Miranda ...
kid, 11 years old
 
Great for the whole family!
My whole family watches it and I love the jokes and funny stuff they do!

jolson123
parent
 

soopaman
kid, 11 years old
 
score 7.5/10
well...not quite as good as shows like the flinstones but what other show is this famous? humor is great. a HUGE step up from the wonder pets the WORST show ever how ever the show suffers from werid voice acting and violence (not much) other then that crap the show is great!

 
Astro is so cute!
I like Astro the dog! He's so fine!

MaryMiSC
parent of 7 and 9 year old
 
Not very PC.
Rotten good role models for girls. Jane's still stuck wearing her dress in the house, pushing buttons in the kitchen.

 
The Jetsons Rock!
I hope there will be another Jetson movie; in the near future! Maybe, Judy Jetsons gets married to Jet Screamer! I don't know! It's just an idea!

SouthernPhoenix
educator and parent of 5 and 8 year old
 
Not that into it
I thought my kids would really like the Jetsons, but they really aren't into it. They would much rather watch the Flintstones. As far as my kids are concerned the only thing the Jetsons have going for them is the car that turns into a briefcase.

Charlie325
kid, 12 years old
 
I hate this show
If u see it on TV it looks sooo... Old

 
Jetson's boss will sometimes smoke cigar and lose his temper. And of course his boss is all about commercialism since he runs some sort of company.

Ylndgomez
teen, 16 years old
 
I LOVE THE JETSONS.
I LOVE THE JETSONS. I LOVE GEORGE JETSON. I LOVE ELROY JETSON. I LOVE JUDY JETSON. I LOVE JANE JETSON. I LOVE ASTRO.

Mojo02
teen, 15 years old
 
Watched when little. Why was it canceled?!

 
Ugh...
This show is so depressing. Female role models aside, George gets fired in almost every episode and almost seems on the brink of suicide. If MY boss was as waffley as Mr. Spacely, I'd look for a new job! Around the time i stopped watching this show, my mom (single parent) had been laid off from her job. I don't feel comfortable at all with this show!

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