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Played by Fame

(Rated TV-14, Reality TV, Starring Al Shearer, Where to watch: BET)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 16; suggested age 14.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Celebs' pranks on fans aren't too mean; still some iffiness.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–16

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Fans get "played" by their favorite celebs. There's a good deal of lying and scheming to get the pranks to work, but the show isn't intended to be mean spirited. The host claims that the show is about acting "retarded." The cast is primarily African American; occasional secondary characters are Caucasian. Subtle references are occasionally made about differences in race.

  • Violence:

    Frustrated fans occasionally make references to hurting someone. One fan states that he wanted to "cut a person out."

  • Sex:

    Some sexual innuendo. Sexy dancing is occasionally shown. One episode features partially dressed gay men at a party (but no nudity is shown).

  • Language:

    Audible language includes words like "ass," "damn," and "pissed." Stronger choices -- like "f--k" and "s--t" -- are bleeped.

  • Consumerism:

    The series highlights a variety of African-American celebrities, ranging from rap singer Ludacris to actresses like Wendy Raquel Robinson.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Visible drinking (champagne, mixed drinks). Occasional mild references to people being high.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Played by Fame

Parents need to know that although this practical joke show -- which features celebrities playing pranks on unsuspecting fans -- isn't particularly mean spirited, there's still plenty of scheming and behind-the-scenes laughter at the fans' expense. You an also expect some sexual innuendo, drinking (wine, champagne), mild drug references, and lots of strong language (plenty is audible, but words like "f--k" and "s--t" are bleeped).

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about why celebrities would choose to play jokes on their fans. Do you think it's a good idea for them to toy with their admirers? What risks are involved? Does this show help or hurt the celebrities' image? Families can also discuss the difference between playing a practical joke on someone and just being mean. When does a prank go too far?
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    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 4.0

    We had a great time laughing!

    I was able to watch the show with my kids, we laughed the whole show. We have seen some risky scenes, bur my kids were aged appropriate to handle it. PLAYED by FAME is full of good humor fun. Reminded me of Candid Camera behaving badly.

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