Like "House" but nicer, funnier, less intense. I take a positive from this show in that it shows the stupid and wreckless decisions of many of the wealthy and well-to-do. Those who are not wealthy tend to have greater moral character. Main characters are individually divided in trying to make the "right" decision. Many times the situation makes it nearly impossible to do the "right" thing because circumstances are so iffy. Ex: 1) woman separated from husband for a few years, but can't get him to sign the papers...starts dating the main character. 2) doctor fighting law suit he likely can't win and won't accept "help" from a secretive character, but when he shows up to the meeting, this guy's lawyers are already there and have worked out a deal... I just hope they don't turn this into a sex soap opera like ER.
Royal Pains
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Common Sense says
Hamptons-set drama is entertaining but materialistic.
Why We Rated This
for Ages 15–18
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What Parents Need to Know
About Royal Pains
Parents need to know that this series -- which follows a principled young doctor as he faces a variety of ethical dilemmas -- takes place in the upscale Hamptons enclave and includes plenty of materialistic, self-absorbed behavior. Party scenes boast frequent drinking and discussions of drug use, and there's some salty language and strong sexual innuendo. People are shown wearing skimpy outfits and taking their clothes off (though there's no outright nudity), and some of the medical procedures could be a little disturbing to sensitive viewers.
Read our full review by Melissa Camacho
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how the wealthy are portrayed on television. Do you think they really attend so many lavish parties and act irresponsibly? Or are these media stereotypes? How do you think people who live in the Hamptons feel about these characterizations?
- What messages does the show send about things like drinking and body image?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title iffy for age 17 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
"Values" among the rich and get what I want types...
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
I love the show
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
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- Good role models
Perfect House alternative for younger viewers
I don't understand the negative points for this. It's similar to House in many ways, but it's a bit more accessible for non-medical professionals as it takes place on the beach or in houses rather than in hospital and all big words and medical terms are generally explained. It also has significantly less sex, swearing, and crude jokes than House. Fun show for kids 10 and up or so-- if they're interested.
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
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I'v seen this show and I love it!Me and my mom watch all the time.It's intresteling funny!
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it
it was a really good movie at some times :) ?
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