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Keeping Up with the Kardashians

(Rated TV-14, Reality TV, Starring Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian, Where to watch: E!, DVD, Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 14.
  • Is it any good?

    2.0
  • Common Sense says

    L.A. family's values aren't Ozzie and Harriet's.

Themes in this show include:   family relationships

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Family bonds run strong, but partying and other iffy behavior usually trumps anything more heartwarming when it comes to messages.
  • Role models:

    Although this nontraditional family is far from perfect, they do show genuine moments of caring and camaraderie. The parents are quick to put a stop to inappropriate behavior by the younger children (pole dancing, drink mixing, etc.)
  • Violence:

    Siblings sometimes resort to screaming at each other to solve problems, but physical violence is rare.
  • Sex:

    One family member is somewhat infamous for starring in a "sex tape" that went public. Others are shown wearing clothes that barely cover their assets, posing for Playboy (which is encouraged as a career booster), and dancing on a stripper pole that was installed in the family home (the younger sibs like to "play" on it, too; it's clear they know what they're doing). Bare body parts occasionally pop up but are always blurred out. The younger sisters are around for their older siblings' escapades and are influenced by them. For example, in one episode, one of the younger girls imitated Girls Gone Wild (not showing anything, but acting it out) while her older brother's 20-ish friend filmed her with a video camera. Her parents found out and were upset, but no consequences were shown.
  • Language:

    Low-level swearing like "ass," "bitch," and "whore" flies freely among family members -- and so do bleeped F-bombs.
  • Consumerism:

    Name-dropping, cross-promotion, and materialism run rampant. Mentions of The Tyra Banks Show and the Pussycat Dolls; spotlight on brands like Corona beer, in addition to various wines and liquors; etc.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Cast members are occasionally shown smoking and drinking to excess. In one episode, a mother and her over-21 daughter are shown getting drunk together, while two underage tweens are shown mixing cocktails for adults.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Keeping Up with the Kardashians

Parents need to know that some of the antics in this reality show make The Osbournes look like The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. The Kardashian brood includes a 20-something with aspirations to pose in Playboy and a tween who instinctively knows how to work a stripper pole. Alcohol is a staple of many family gatherings, and while only those of age are shown imbibing (the tweens just mix the drinks...), impressionable young eyes aren't exactly shielded from the hard-partying lifestyle. Plenty of language, too, though the strongest words (including "f--k") are bleeped.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the fine line between being a parent and being a friend.
  • Parents: Is it possible to have fun with your kids but also be able to step in and discipline them when necessary?
  • Kids: Do you ever wish your parents were less strict with you about certain things like bedtimes and curfews? Why do you think moms and dads set limits for their kids? And do you think having boundaries is a good thing, or is it just something parents do to annoy you?

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Negative role models

    It's cool for teens... Not so cool for kids.

    I watch this show sometimes I must admit, but it's not the best show for kids. The language is low but sometimes there is bleeping, As for Sex, wow.. Well Kim posed for playboy, was in a sex tape, a couple sisters go to a famous sex store for a bachelorette party, Kim takes "bath" 4 a club, and more. Role models are not good at all. The mom pretty much lets the daughters do whatever they want!! One of the daughters has no respect for her mom at all. drinking n drugs: they may sometimes may have a drink or two... or more. For consumerism, well theres a lot of label names and more. I don't know if they smoke but if common sense says they do then I guess they do. If you let your kid watch this then I strongly suggest you watch it with them.

  2. Parent Reviewer
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 1.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Negative message

    Change the chanell

    These girls have no respect for their parents or themselves. I would not want my children to grow up being as self involved and shallow as they all appear. These girls lack intelligence and send a message it's ok to sell yourself for money and fame.

  3. I rate this title on for age 14 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Excessive consumerism
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use
    • Negative role models

    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages

    Cool Show For People Who Are Nosey

    It's a really cool show, in my opinion. Yes, there are plenty of things to be worried about- Sexual dialogue, bad language, consumerism, drinking, the role models aren't wonderful, either. But the messages are pretty ok, this family is together, which is something that many Hollywood families aren't. The sisters are together in a lot of things. Sexual references and cursing, with promoting DASH and name dropping, drinking a lot, and the role models aren't fabulous, but I like it.

  4. I rate this title on for age 14 and give it 3.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use
    • Negative role models

    good show

    this show is preety nice if you like celberties

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 16
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give it 5.0

    i laughed

    this tv show is ok. there is some stuff like coarse langauge and naked photoshots with all 3 girls. But other then that, it is a funny shoe.

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