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NYC Prep
(Rated TV-14, Reality TV, Where to watch: Bravo)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 14. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Reality show take on Gossip Girl life falls flat.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14–18
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What Parents Need to Know
About NYC Prep
Parents need to know the "stars" of this reality series -- which has been billed as a "real-life Gossip Girl" -- are privileged teens who essentially live like adults. That includes frequenting bars and night clubs and drinking heavily with the help of fake IDs. They also discuss casual sex in matter-of-fact terms, drop names when it comes to expensive designer brands, and call each other every name in the book (including "motherf--ker," though words like that are bleeped). It's everything kids are already seeing on shows like Gossip Girl ... but it's real (or at least as real as reality TV gets). Proceed with caution.
Read our full review by Kari Croop
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how the lives of these wealthy teens differ from the lives of most other high school students. Why were these particular teens chosen for the show? Do they have fewer worries than you do? Are there things they might have to worry about that you don't? Whose life would you rather live? Parents can also point out the obvious: That using fake IDs to get into bars and purchase alcohol is illegal -- and could even land teens in jail. What other consequences can behavior drinking, smoking, and casual sex have?
Our Members Say
Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
Real Life Gossip Girl
- I rate this title off for age 2 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
Seriously Disturbing
If anyone needs validation that our country is turning into ancient Rome, watch NYC Prep. One episode will do. Then you'll never have to watch it again and Don't Let Your Kids Watch
- I rate this title on for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
I love this show but it is prob because i love the show gossip girl. if you wont let your kids watch gossip girl then thery shouldnt watch this
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Ratings at a Glance
| 100% | of parents don't feel there are good role models |
| 100% | of parents don't think the messages are positive |
| 100% | of parents say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking |
| 100% | of parents say it has language their kids can't use |
| 100% | of parents say the sexual behavior isn't age appropriate |
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