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Outnumbered
- BBC America
- Genre: Comedy
Common Sense Media says
Brit comedy about adventures of parenthood; some language.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that while this British series offers a funny and intelligent look at a family with young children, it also contains some mature topics, including coping with elderly parents, bullying, and child behavioral issues. The language is occasionally strong ("bitch," "bastard," "arse"; words like "a--hole" are muted), and there are some references to sex. Both the children and the adults are sometimes shown arguing, as well as discussing (and sometimes engaging in) some inappropriate behaviors, including lying.
What's the story?
OUTNUMBERED is an award-winning British comedy about the trials and tribulations of a family with small children. The series stars Claire Skinner and Hugh Dennis as Sue and Pete, forty-something parents who are a little overwhelmed by their unruly children, 13-year-old Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), 9-year-old Ben (Daniel Roche), and 7-year-old Karen (Ramona Marquez). Adding to the stress of raising their family is watching out for Sue's elderly father Frank (David Ryall), who is entering the early stages of dementia. Sue's sister Angela (Samantha Bond) also adds to the fray. Life is never dull for this gang, but they never stop being a close, loving family.
Is it any good?
The series offers a humorous but thoughtful look into the world of parenting by filming it in a documentary style that allows the child actors to improvise what they say rather than following a written script.
Some viewers may be unaccustomed to the pace of the show, which moves slightly slower than than most American comedies. It also deals with some serious issues, like aging parents, bullying, racism, and learning disabilities. But despite all of this, it offers an intelligent and witty look at the imperfect world of middle class family life.
Explore, discuss, enjoy
Families can talk about what being a family means. Is there such thing as a perfect family? Do families always have to be well-behaved? Get along? Why do families argue, even if they love each other?
What can we learn from programs from other countries? What kinds of things do you think people from other countries can learn from American shows? Do you think these lessons are accurate?
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Kid, 12 years old
August 13, 2011
AGE
Great Outnumbered
This show outnumbered is amazing!! I watch every single one thats on because I love it.
Ben and Jake are really funny because there always making stupid comments and Jake tries to act like the parent in the house. Karen is always acting very serious and always making broad oppinions.
The positive messages come from Pete & Sue (the parents) who are always trying to tel their kids whats good for them. They are always giving the positive messages.
The funniest episode is where Sue's dad gets left in an airport.
Also there is a bit of bad language bit it's not oftent they appear.
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Teen, 16 years old
April 11, 2012
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Great series, but hard to understand!
Hard for under-15s to understand. It has some sexual references but nothing too much.
Mature teens may be able to cope, but no showing this to your 2 year old.
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| TV rating: | NR |
| Network: | BBC America |
| Cast: | Claire Skinner, Hugh Dennis, Tyger Drew-Honey |
| Genre: | Comedy |
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