Jimmy Two Shoes (Disney XD)

common sense media says

Uninspiring cartoon looks for laughs in slapstick, misery.


parents & educators say
  • 33% say violence is an issue

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this cartoon is set in an unpleasant land that's run by a man whose mission is to make life as miserable as possible for everyone who lives there. He frequently berates his son for his ineptitude at causing said misery. The show's hero -- an irrepressible, happy-go-lucky spirit determined to find fun and excitement wherever he goes -- is the odd kid out in this foul town. The show includes a fair bit of cartoonish, slapstick violence, and, aside from Jimmy, there aren't many characters who can be considered role models.

Positive messages: The show's central feelings are unpleasantness and misery; they're played for humor, but it's still kind of a downer. Many characters behave poorly to others, and conflict resolution leans toward violent methods.
Positive role models: Lucius Heinous
the Seventh's goal is to make life as miserable as possible for everyone. Jimmy's best friends are a devious girl named Heloise,
who seems happiest when playing mean tricks on others, and Lucius' son
Beezy, whose father sees him as something of a failure for his
inability to cause maximum misery. On the upside, Jimmy himself is an upbeat
guy who's determined to find fun and excitement.
Violence: A fair amount of cartoon-style slapstick violence.
Sex: 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 whether it's important for all kids' shows to have a message. Are "just for fun" shows OK, too?
  • Which group do you think this one falls into? Does it send kids any messages? If so, what are they?
  • What do you think of the values that Lucius is trying to teach Beezy? Do you think that young kids will understand that Lucius' goal of causing misery isn't OK in the real world?

What's the story?

What's the story?
JIMMY TWO SHOES is the happiest person in Miseryville -- which makes him the odd kid out in this dreary, unhappy town. His best friends are deviously mischievous prankster Heloise and Beezy -- whose demonic father, Lucius Heinous the Seventh, rules the city and tries to spread misery and despair whenever possible. Lucius, a bombastic demon complete with red skin and horns, is often despondent over Beezy's sheer inability to uphold the family's "honor" by causing anguish ... though this "failing" makes Beezy a perfect partner in Jimmy's attempts to seek out fun and excitement.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

Jimmy Two Shoes seems uncertain of its audience. The heavy emphasis on slapstick humor and simple plots may be aimed at young kids, but there's enough violence that the show isn't a good fit for very young children. And the whole concept -- a town ruled by demons who try to inflict despair, only to be perpetually foiled by a happy-go-lucky young boy's cheerful demeanor -- offers the kind of ironic humor that will be hard for kids to grasp.

The result is a jumbled stew of violent humor, overly arch wit, and broad jokes that may not be tough for kids to grasp (but may be too silly for grown-ups). Perhaps it's best for teens and young people who still have a juvenile sensibility.

TV themes & details

TV Details
TV Rating: TV-Y7
Network: Disney XD
Cast: Brian Froud, Sean Cullen
Genre: Kids' Animation
Where to watch: Disney XD

This review was written by Will Wade
 
 

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What parents & educators say

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Based on 6 parent & educator reviews:
  • 33% say violence is an issue

Most useful reviews by all members

kdmaz
parent of 9 and 10 year old
 
Hello? This is Disney??!! It about a demons? Do we really need to a cartoon about demons on Disney? I'm not expecting them to run "Veggietales" but a cartoon about demons is too far in the other direction.

funhead
kid, 8 years old
 
best show ever!
i like this crazy show but misery and unplesant but who cares

HM
adult
 
lol
Great show. Absolutely great. Smart writing. Funny characters. Very entertaining.

HTFMime
teen, 16 years old
 
I just came here to say that I'm not really into this show. It is fine for other kids though.

iloveferb34
teen, 13 years old
 
Not too interesting
Not a show i would watch all the time. I would probably watch this if there's nothing else on. Sometimes i don't watch at all.

 
Some bad role models, but still good
This show is very entertaining. It might not have the best messages but it is still a good show

cheesed12
parent of and 12 , 14 , 16 year old
 
TV-PG-V and TV-Y7-FV

Sanjay407
kid, 13 years old
 
What it has
I like this. They are funny.

hamstergurl09
teen, 17 years old
 
For a Disney Channel Cartoon, This Is Pretty Dark...
...Which is why I like it so much. I mean, come on, Miseryville is a blatantly obvious allegory for Hell, if not Hell itself. I'm not joking. All of the characters have names that are similar to that of Biblical demon figures (Beezy=Beelzebub, etc.) and they live in a town lead by someone who's goal is to make everyone miserable. As a fan of dark humor, especially in children's shows, I enjoyed this. I am so sick of Disney Channel only producing sicky-sweet squeaky-clean shows; this is a breath of fresh air. I would recommend this.

Deadeye617
teen, 16 years old
 
Calm down its just a 'toon.
I think that this show is excellent, so what if has has a slight demon based cartoon characters its a bit of fun for Christs shake,geash... Whats the point of complaining the show isn't making the demon thing obvious and the show is centered on a happy go lucky kid called Jimmy. Don't say that this cartoon is going to far in to the "other direction" yes I'm talking to you kdmaz! so Im just sayin dont make this into a big deal and enjoy the show.

Straub22
parent of 3 year old
 
Not for Christian Children.
WOW...Luci, the dad of Jimmys BFF is actually, Lucifer and thus makes Jimmys BFF, the antichrist. (This is a disturbing show for Christian children showing them that it is ok to be friends with demons and thus the AC because of where they live, Miseryville, ie. Hell).

soopaman
kid, 11 years old
 
two stars!?!??!?!??!
what? at least three here people! welll ok its not the most happy sappy cartoon ever but still good oh and my little brother hates it he hates almost every thing on teletoon >.>

reveiwer123987
kid, 13 years old
 
lol
this is hilarious!

rayman239
teen, 14 years old
 
This show is so Boring
This is show is horrible! it has a Terrible Plot and Terrible Characters, and could scare a young Kids. It is so BORING!

DisneyChannelFan
kid, 10 years old
 
Jimmy Two Shoes
Watched 1 Esisode.Medicore.Good For Ages 5+.I Dont Blame Disney XD For This One.I Wonder How They Got The Name???..............................Hmm...Something To Think About.

Sgt-Samson
teen, 16 years old
 
An okay show with a lot of potential but not just yet.

textingqueen
teen, 15 years old
 
No point at all!
Really stupid off for everyone.

littelpan
kid, 12 years old
 
Jimmy fan
Jimmy two shoes is a Lol show, it is for fun and is in a world that no one can explain, the violence is mostly with machines and there is no blood. but Jimmy is a good role model and is always making people smile! :D

MiSeRy
parent of 10 year old
 
good :P

KinbJune
teen, 13 years old
 
Jimmy Two Stars
This is a moderately funny and cute show, but it's kind've boring in a weird way that I can just not explain. The show is kind've dull and random and has absolutely no purpose or story. This is an ok show and you can try it to see for yourself but I for one am definitely not a fan.

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