Out of Practice (CBS)

common sense media says

Bland-but-harmless entertainment; OK for teens.


parents & educators say

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that the majority of the adult characters are dealing with romantic relationships, from dating to divorce, and there are mild sexual innuendos sprinkled throughout. What's more, the show's writers have created somewhat jaded, sarcastic characters, which results in rude comments directed toward family members.

Positive messages: Family members are at times too sarcastic with each other, but in the end, they love and respect each other.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: There is mild sexual innuendo, as many of the characters are navigating the dating world.
Language: Mild ("damn," "hell," "ass," etc.).
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Some social drinking.

More on Out of Practice

What to talk about

Talk to your kids

Families can talk about how to treat family members with respect. Is it OK to talk to your parents the same way you talk to your siblings? Why or why n ot? Why is it important to love and value family members? Are these characters modeling good or bad family relationships?

What's the story?

What's the story?

>CBS's sitcom OUT OF PRACTICE tells the story of a family of doctors whose only commonality is their profession. Henry Winkler stars as Stewart Barnes, a gastroenterologist going through an ugly divorce with Lydia (Stockard Channing), a cardiologist. He's dating his assistant, Crystal (Jennifer Tilly), a vacuous but well-meaning woman who is a patient of Oliver (Ty Burrell), Stewart's handsome, confident plastic surgeon son. Rounding out the family are Ben Barnes (Christopher Gorham), a couples' counselor navigating his own romantic labyrinth, and his sister, Regina (Paula Marshall), who works in an emergency room.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

Out of Practice has all the hallmarks of the classic sitcom: goofy hi-jinks, major misunderstandings, and sharp writing. It's no Friends, but it's sure to satisfy the viewer looking for a few laughs. But it's important to note that since the cast is made up primarily of adults, the series features mature storylines involving sex and drinking and themes such as finding love in middle age.

TV themes & details

TV Details
TV Rating: NR
Network: CBS
Cast: Christopher Gorham, Henry Winkler, Jennifer Tilly, Paula Marshall
Genre: Comedy
Where to watch: CBS

This review was written by Lucy Maher
 
 

Review It

 

Review Out of Practice





Hang on! You need to be a member to post your review.
A safe community is important to us. Please observe our guidelines.
 

There aren’t any reviews yet. Ask your friends to review this title.

An independent voice for families
Age-appropriate reviews
 

vote now

Will you see Out of Practice?


Already seen it? What do you think?

 

Great alternatives handpicked by our editors


About our rating system
ON: Content is appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child, some content may not be right for some kids
OFF: Not age appropriate for kids this age