• Is it age appropriate?

  About our ratings

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  Not age appropriate for kids under 15, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 15.

• Is it any good?

  3.0

• Common Sense says

  Hamptons-set drama is entertaining but materialistic.

Why We Rated This for Ages 15–18

What to watch out for

• Messages:

  The show frequently dwells in an ethical gray area, with Hank's principles conflicting with what people ask him to do. But overall he means well. The series also highlights the wealthy, privileged world of the Hamptons.
• Role models:

  Hank tries to stick to his principles but often finds them tested. Ed Lawson can often be sneaky and greedy. The Hampton residents are usually characterized as materialistic and entitled. Most of Hank's patients are Caucasian; the maids are usually Latina.
• Violence:

  Some arguing and yelling. Some medical procedures are bloody, but they're intended to show attempts to save lives rather than to scare people.
• Sex:

  Some strong sexual innuendo. People are shown in skimpy outfits and/or underwear; occasionally characters are shown getting undressed (though no nudity is visible). Breast implants are also discussed.
• Language:

  Some strong audible language, including words like "piss" and "ass" (those like "s--t" are bleeped). Wealthy Hampton residents sometimes refer to weekend tourists as "cit-iots."
• Consumerism:

  Hank and Jill drive generic Saabs, while other characters drive BMWs, Porsches, and other upscale cars. Products and services like Netflix and American Express credit cards are clearly featured (and discussed).
• Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

  Frequent social drinking (beer, wine, champagne, mixed drinks). Frequent discussions about drug use, overdosing, and detox.

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