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The Office

(Rated TV-14, Comedy, Starring Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Where to watch: NBC, Syndicated, 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 16; suggested age 14.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Droll take on office politics isn't for kids.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–16

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The main character is seriously flawed. He's portrayed as an idiot. Accordingly, his ignorant sexist, and somewhat racist comments about his subordinates are not meant to be taken seriously.
  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Some sexual innuendo, nothing too explicit.
  • Language:

    Inappropriate comments about race and gender that are either ignored or met with disbelief.
  • Consumerism:

    One episode took place at Hooters, another at Chili's. Some product placement -- notably by Staples.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    One or two characters will often get drunk at office parties.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Office

Parents need to know that the show's main character regularly makes insensitive remarks about employees' race and gender, and that he's treated like a buffoon as a result. The show also features a fair amount of sexual innuendo. Characters are known to get drunk at office parties.

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    I rate this title iffy for age 15 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use
    • Negative message
    • Negative role models

    Good for teens and there friends (teens being 15-19)

    Well, even though I am not 15, my mom says I can watch it, but she doesn't like it when I do. This is a ROTFLMAO show! (Don't ask what that means just try to figure it out :)!) Lanuage is a no no! As well as sexual behavior. Parents watch an episode, you will see that Michael, the main character is so stupid that it can drive you insane. Episodes vary in drinking and bad role models! My advice? Watch one and you will get what I'm talking about!

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    I rate this title on for age 12 and give it 3.0

    Amazing!

    I love the office :) so amazing!

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    I rate this title on for age 12 and give it 3.0

    Amazing!

    I love the office :) so amazing!

  4. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    I rate this title on for age 12 and give it 5.0

    Amazing....

    This is a really good show! It is so hilarious! It is a little inappropriate, but not enough that tweens shouldn't watch. This is one of my favorite shows!

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 16
    I rate this title on for age 16 and give it 5.0

    This is a well crafted comedy for older teens and adults.

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