Reba (WB)
common sense media says
Family comedy finds laughter in trying situations.
parents & educators say
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that the main character, Reba, has gone through a divorce prompted by her husband's affair with a co-worker. Marriage, infidelity, and divorce are often discussed. Over the years issues like teen pregnancy, alcoholism, and depression also become major themes in the show. Reba herself can have a sharp tongue (“crap”), but her heart is always in the right place.
Positive role models:
Strong women are in the forefront, but there is a limited presence of ethnic/racial minorities. A teen character gets pregnant; other characters have a history of infidelity.
Violence:
Light pushing, shoving, and pinching occur during rare catfights. One specific episode features a violent Halloween prank (but no blood or gore is shown).
Sex:
Occasional kissing and hugging is visible. Dating is frequently discussed. Issues like pregnancy, infidelity, etc. are not discussed in a sexual manner.
Language:
Reba says "crap" sometimes.
Consumerism:
Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
The consumption of wine, beer, and mixed drinks are visible. One cast member develops a drinking problem and goes to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Several episodes feature adult characters getting drunk. The use of anti-depressants is also discussed.
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ht3696
teen, 15 years old
teen, 15 years old
Good Show
Good show! some language and other stuff but other than that i ? it
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arthur16morgana
teen, 16 years old
teen, 16 years old
watch
me and my parents and my 15 and 13 year old friend love this show. its hilarious and really good.watch it
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xXxTayxXx
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
Common Sense reviewed this show WRONG.
Me and my mother love this show.. and it's not that bad. Case closed. ;)
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Tsion
parent of 15 year old
parent of 15 year old
REBA was on for six seasons, from 2001 to 2007, but somehow I had never seen it. I caught it on cable a while ago and was instantly hooked. REBA is a show that is truly family-oriented. It's always hilarious and laugh-out-loud hysterical, but also touching and inspiring. But, that's not to say that there are some issues with it.
The main plot of REBA is about how Reba's (Reba) dysfunctional family barely functions after she divorces from her husband Brock. As their marriage was deteriorating, Brock had an affair with Barbra Jean, a co-worker, that resulted in pregnancy. So, he divorced Reba and marries Barbra Jean. However, the three still live in a close, happy existance, and no pain or regret from the divorce is ever shown. Brock is still close to Reba, and Reba and Barbra Jean are friends. Also, Reba's daughter is pregnant out of wedlock at 17, and ends up marrying her boyfriend Van out of necessity (because he fathered her child.) Thus, some of the overriding themes in REBA are as such: Have an affair or get pregnant out of wedlock, because you can either: 1.) Get a divorce, or 2.) Get married, and live happily ever after in a big happy family. Make sure your kids are mature enough to separate this fiction from reality before they watch. On the other hand, the individual characters in REBA care about each other and sacrifice for each other (after the preliminary affairs and cheatinig that have no apparent side effects.) There is also some slapstick humor and some innuendo. REBA is a great show for the family, but make sure kids are mature enough to realize that it fantasizes divorce and pregnancy.
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katcar12
teen, 15 years old
teen, 15 years old
Will make you roll on the floor laughing!
It's hilarious!!! A really funny show! It's not for really little kids though. It really teaches you a lesson! Reba is a great role model and Cheyenna the daughter isn't a bad role model either because when she got pregnant she didn't do abortion or give the baby up for adoption! And she even finished high school! This show is it's pretty much about a white christian family. They are very racist in one episode. If you are Jewish or African American this show may offend you. Barbara jean cracks me up and so does Van! I wouldn't recommend you to let your little kids watch it, because they talk about sex a lot, but I think its a funny show for you to watch with your spouse or with friends.
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Skandi
teen, 16 years old
teen, 16 years old
A few iffy side-comments now and then, but clean and entertaining
Reba is a fun, clean alternative to the popular series "Friends." There are a few side-comments about "being nude" and stuff, but younger kids won't notice it. None of the characters are perfect, but the consequences for their mistakes are clear and there are pretty good messages about honesty, family, etc.
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shashabel9
educator
educator
Barbra Squarepants and Rebaward
Barbra Jean is like Spongebob and Reba is Squidward! LOL
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madison bogdan
teen, 14 years old
teen, 14 years old
I live this show. I think that it is a great show for younger kids. Barbara Jean is so funny.
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undergurl
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
I love this show I am watching it right now. even though there are only re-runs now they still didn't lose their points, and comdey
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Cityofbonesfan019
teen, 15 years old
teen, 15 years old
Great show about family and friends
I love Reba! I think barbra jean (Babby J :]) is hilarious! Great show for kids 12+
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Daisy15
kid, 13 years old
kid, 13 years old
Hillarious!! :)
I love this show! I've been watching it since I was ten. Sure, it has stuff like divorce, teen pregnancy, affairs and (slightly) drinking, but that's real life! And it's a very funy show, too! I would suggest it to anyone who hasn't seen it yet!
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Softballlover
teen, 14 years old
teen, 14 years old
I really like this show!
I am in love with this show! I love it and it is great!
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Artist422
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
AWESOME SHOW!!!!
I love this show so much.
BUT...
Teen Pregnancy, Some language, ONE scene in a bar,
THERE'S MORE....
Good role models and messages.
WATCH THIS SHOW!!
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ScorpiNi
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
My favorite TV-Show
Reba Mcentire shines in this hilarious comedy. Some suggestive stuff in some episodes but nothing serious. Great show.
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Chrissy_16
parent of 16 year old
parent of 16 year old
Great show
I ove this show, I watch it evryday.
It is a cute comedy, nothing "questionable", except for in th beginning episodes.
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iluvmyipod
teen, 17 years old
teen, 17 years old
!!!! :)
I love this Show! Van is sooo funny along with Reba! This show makes me happy! I wish they still made new episodes of this.
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shmulik98
teen, 13 years old
teen, 13 years old
LOVE IT! LOVE IT!!! LOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE IT!
i luv it! They cover real topics that most people can relate to, and it is HILARIOUS!!
There are some s*x things though, for example, 17 yr old daughter Shaianne had a baby. BUt this is pertty common now, so again some people can relate to it!!
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