The Replacements (Disney Channel)

common sense media says

Tweens' people-swapping powers are fun for kids.


parents & educators say

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that although the family at the center of this series is unconventional, kids will relate to many of the issues Riley and Todd face, including impressing a first crush and feeling misunderstood by adults. The siblings' relationship will also ring true with viewers -- they tease each other a lot, but they always support each other, too. Kids will enjoy seeing how Riley and Todd change the circumstances that frustrate them, and the absence of questionable content makes this entertaining, imaginative series a good choice for young viewers.

Positive messages: Riley and Todd both have best friends who are of different nationalities. Their mom, Agent K, is a strong, intelligent person whom both kids adore -- and despite her inexperience in parenting, she's loyal to her family (dad Dick Daring, on the other hand, is egocentric and seems more concerned with his appearance than anything going on with the kids). Each episode has lessons about accepting responsibility for your actions.
Violence & scariness: Infrequent scenes with punches and kicks that never cause lasting injury. One scene shows an adult being attacked by three raccoons, but he's no worse for the wear.
Sexy stuff: Some female characters wear tight outfits that show some belly, and the mom dons a skin-tight bodysuit that enhances her ample curves. Mild flirting scenes among tweens.
Language: Playground talk like "kick your butt" is rare.
Consumerism: One female character dresses in the trendiest, hippest outfits, which are a little over the top. The kids use cell phones to order their replacement adults.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

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Talk to your kids
Families can talk about the changes Riley and Todd make around them. Would you make the same replacements that they do? What parts of your life would you change? What consequences (good and bad) do the kids encounter from their choices? Each episode also offers plot-based discussion starters for parents and kids.

What's the story?

What's the story?

When orphans Riley (voiced by Grey DeLisle) and Todd (Nancy Cartwright) respond to a comic book ad offering "replacement people" of their choice, the outcome wasn't quite what they had in mind. The mom and dad Fleemco Company sends the kids are the quintessential odd couple: a British international spy named Agent K (Kath Soucie) and an egocentric stuntman Dick Daring (Daran Norris). The new family is rounded out by Agent K's shape-changing, sarcastic talking car, CAR (David McCallum), who isn't at all happy about settling down in suburbia. As Riley and Todd adjust to their new family life, they're given a Fleemco bonus -- cell phones to use for any future replacement orders. But like their new parents, the other made-to-order adults Riley and Todd choose may not be exactly what they're looking for.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

Disney delivers another winner with this imaginative animated series. The characters in THE REPLACEMENTS are funny and lovable, and kids will enjoy watching Riley and Todd attempt to change situations that viewers will likely relate to. Lessons about self-esteem and accepting responsibility for your choices are prevalent throughout the show, giving substance to what was already a delightful cartoon.

TV themes & details

TV Details
TV Rating: TV-G
Network: Disney Channel
Cast: Grey DeLisle, Kath Soucie, Nancy Cartwright
Genre: Kids' Animation
Where to watch: Disney Channel

This review was written by Emily Ashby
 
 

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MikaylaaMadisonn
teen, 16 years old
 
this show is good for an animated show, but I still don't like it as much as game shows, dramas, and reality shows.

Miranda ...
kid, 11 years old
 
Love it!!!
I loved this show since I was 7. The theme song is awesome!

Meow314159
teen, 15 years old
 
Blah!
I watched this show a few times just to see what it was. I don't like the idea that if they don't like someone they call up this old guy and he gets rid of them and sends in someone to replace that person. You don't get rid of problems by getting rid of the people who cause them.

Reba_Nell_Fan
teen, 14 years old
 
good
Love it!

jazzyjammrz
teen, 18 years old
 
h* hum
this show is soo boring! It's not good for teens because its waaay too predictable! Yawn. Please dont waste your time. thanks!

Sgt-Samson
teen, 16 years old
 
One of the worst cartoon shows since Johnny Test

RainforestGal
teen, 15 years old
 
Replace the bad actions!
It sure ain't my favorite show, it shows people being rude, judgmental, they do show sexual acts on there ( markable on a kissing scene between 2 grown-up polititions ) There is much grown-up stupididy and violence. I think the show is a creative idea, but they need to make many changes. There IS a reason why it is on really early in the morning.

BookWorm94
teen, 16 years old
 
Eh, not my thing
I'll watch this show only when I'm bored. It's not my favorite, but it doesn't have any bad stuff in it, it's just kind of dumb, in my opinion.

s0yka
kid, 12 years old
 
Todd and Riley always use their phone to replace someone when there is a problem instead of facing it

Sanjay407
kid, 13 years old
 
I like this show!!!!!

Fangbite91
kid, 11 years old
 
One of my favorite shows!
This show is so AWESOME!!!!!!

NorthernNights
teen, 15 years old
 
I am so sick of the inapropreate shows..!!!
I like the idea, but it is really not something that catches my interest. Some things they do on there are really not for kids, like once this couple inbrased and made out (also making moaning noises and smacking) They also show Dic in a brief (thats it) and all the characters really do is constantly fight..

schuymarch1
teen, 17 years old
 
Great Show...
The Replacements is Disney Channel's best animated show.

kjinho
teen, 15 years old
 
The replacements
It is FUN but sometimes it is boring... I think it is border of TV-G and TV-Y7... Although Canadian channel Family gives C8+... I think it is for tweens and younger but some episodes are BORING for tweens

ichigosweetheart
kid, 13 years old
 
disney
Its funny, but little kiddish. Ages 4-10.

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