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Take the Money and Run
- ABC
- Genre: Reality TV
Common Sense Media says
Crime/game show hybrid has mixed messages, iffy language.
Parents say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this reality competition features contestants hiding a suitcase full of cash and then attempting to outsmart veteran investigators during two days of interrogations in order to keep them from finding it. It isn't violent, but contestants look and are treated like alleged criminals during the process. They also engage in some sneaky behavior (including lying) during Q&A sessions. Expect some strong language ("bitch"; stronger words are bleeped).
What's the story?
In TAKE THE MONEY AND RUN, couples are challenged to hide a briefcase full of cash from a team of veteran investigators. Each duo is handed a briefcase containing $100,000 and given one hour to hide it somewhere in their city. Once the hour is up, the pair is picked up by police officers, separated, and taken into custody. During tough interrogation sessions conducted by Marly Hanon-Stone and Paul Bishop, the pair must reveal as few clues as possible. Based on the details provided to the interrogators, local police detectives follow leads in an attempt to locate the cash. If the pair manages to outsmart the detectives for 48 hours, they get to keep the money. But if the money is found, the investigators get to take it home.
Is it any good?
The show is a cat and mouse game that combines the tension of an investigative drama with the suspense of a game show. It also offers a chance to see the kinds of analytical thought and investigative skill that go into questioning suspects in order to solve a case.
The show offers some entertaining moments, but the endless interrogation sessions take away from some of the excitement the series is trying to generate. Meanwhile, rooting for the contestants feels a little strange, since they're made out to look like criminals who are trying to outwit investigators even though they haven't done anything wrong. Folks may find it fun to watch, but it definitely sends some mixed messages.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the different tactics that investigators use when trying to solve a mystery or a crime. Do you think this show is realistic in the way it depicts criminal investigations?
Many reality shows feature stunts and/or competitions that are designed to be fun and entertaining. But when do they go too far? Are there things that shouldn't be part of reality show entertainment due to ethical or common sense reasons?
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Kid, 11 years old
August 5, 2011
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a good show
This is a very entertaining show but it has some language. Words like sh** are blocked but I would leave this tv show for kids over ten.
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Interesting concept, but kinda boring
I watched the first episode. I thought the concept of the show was interesting, but it got a little boring. Not such a good game show. Language: Some cursing, but words like sh** are blocked out.
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Pretty Good
My whole family watched this show, but some of us were bored. There's lying, some words like, "bi--h," but nothing worse unless it's beeped. Love it! And so does my sister.
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Good for 10+
This show is a disappointing sort of reality contest. Expect some language, both Uncensored and Censored. Good for 10+
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| TV rating: | TV-PG |
| Network: | ABC |
| Genre: | Reality TV |
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