Megan Wants a Millionaire (VH1)

common sense media says

Reality starlet wants the man ... or maybe just his money.


parents & educators say

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this reality series -- in which men with a net worth of more than $1 million try to win/buy the affection of a reality "celebrity" -- sends the message that money and materialism can buy love (or at least attention) and that exploiting men for their money is OK. Expect lots of bleeped swearing ("s--t," "f--k"), sexual innuendo, and drinking. Contestants often argue and throw things, and some challenges require them to physically fight each other. High-end brands like Rolls Royce, Audi, and Tiffany’s are often discussed and/or shown. Note: This series was cancelled after one of the contestants became a murder suspect and fled the country.

Positive messages: The possibility for genuine romantic feelings exists, but buying Megan’s
affection is central to the show's premise.
Positive role models: Megan openly admits to wanting to be a trophy
wife and sees nothing wrong with encouraging men to spend money on her to win
her affection. Not too much diversity among the contestants.
Violence: Some of the challenges require men to physically wrestle
each other. There's also constant arguing among the men; some throw drinks in others' faces, break items, and engage in other similar violent behavior.
Sex: Strong sexual innuendo, including endless
references to various sexual practices. Megan and her friends like wearing
string bikinis and cleavage-baring outfits. Men are shown with bare chests and
more revealing exotic outfits, but there's no actual nudity. One millionaire is a proud
distributor of exotic sex toys and pornography items. It's suggested that one of the contestants is gay.
Language: Words like "hell" are audible, while curses like "f--k" and
"s--t" are frequent but fully bleeped.
Consumerism: High-end brands like
Tiffany’s and Rolls Royce are frequently shown and/or discussed (Megan wants lots of expensive gifts).
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Endless consumption (and throwing) of wine, champagne, beer, and
mixed drinks.

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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
  • Families can talk about reality shows that focus on matchmaking. Do you think it's possible to find genuine love through a TV show? Why else might people want to participate in a series like this?
  • Is it really possible to buy someone's love? Is wanting to be with someone because of their wealth ever a good thing?
  • Do shows like this undermine or reinforce stereotypes? How so?

What's the story?

What's the story?
MEGAN WANTS A MILLIONAIRE follows two-time reality show loser Megan Hauserman as she tries to find the man of her dreams among 17 millionaires. In each episode, the contestants attempt to charm the former Rock of Love and I Love Money cast member with their charms, their ability to win silly challenges, and their willingness to spend a lot of money on her. Those who impress her make it through elimination, while each week’s loser gets his credit voided. Narrating the action is Megan’s trusted British butler/concierge Niles (played by actor Rob Locke).

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

While Megan makes some mild claims about looking for love, it's clear that her interest in money is greater, and she comes across as a stereotypically greedy gold-digger looking to be maintained by a rich man. (Ironically, the contestant group challenges preconceived stereotypes about millionaires, as many of them have earned their money working hard at blue-collar jobs.)

The series clearly sends the problematic message that money can buy love .... or at least a woman's attention. It also features all of the elements that you'd expect from a reality show like this -- including lots of swearing, arguing, sexual innuendo, and drinking. Bottom line? This one isn't for kids.

TV themes & details

TV Details
TV Rating: TV-14
Network: VH1
Cast: Megan Hauserman, Rob Locke
Genre: Reality TV
Where to watch: VH1

This review was written by Melissa Camacho
 
 

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All around worst show ever.
Absolutely the worst show I've seen since Spongebob Squarepants. Megan is quite possibly the most idiotic and dull person to ever get a reality tv show.

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