The Law of the Jungle
Exciting competition show has cursing, some cooperation.
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The Law of the Jungle
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A Lot or a Little?
The parents' guide to what's in this TV show.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that The Law of the Jungle is a Mexican reality competition show. The game pits players' greed against their loyalty to others. Contestants are offered money out of the prize pool to throw challenges, which hurts their teams. There are some acts of sabotage and betrayal, but the vibe is less mean and cutthroat than many shows in this genre. It's got lots of profanity, including frequent uses of "f--k." Players are shown drinking alcohol at a feast. The show includes a trans activist and a player who uses they/she/he pronouns, and it's pleasantly free of stereotypes based on gender and identity.
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What's the Story?
A reality competition series set in the wild, THE LAW OF THE JUNGLE pits 12 strangers against each other for a prize of 2 million pesos. Players are divided into two teams and given a basic shelter, plus limited food and supplies. They face off in grueling missions that test their strength, agility, and smarts. The winning team selects three members from the losing team to compete in a "purge" challenge that sends one player home. The twist? Throughout the game, contestants can sabotage each other for a cut of the prize money. Will they give into greed or stand by their teams?
Is It Any Good?
Challenging missions and charismatic contestants keep this fast-paced show entertaining and suspenseful. The Law of the Jungle tempts players with money and advantages adds an interesting ethical dilemma, and additional twists keep players on their toes. There's enough conflict and strategy to satisfy reality competition fans, but the show never stoops to bullying or cruelty to create drama. Although it's not the most original premise, borrowing heavily from Survivor, The Law of the Jungle is a lively, well-produced addition to the genre.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about playing fair. Is it OK for contestants to take money from the prize pool if it puts their team at a disadvantage?
If you were on this show, what kind of people would you want on your team? What qualities make someone a good teammate?
What would you do with the money if you won a show like this?
TV Details
- Premiere date: March 14, 2023
- Cast: Yolanda Andrade
- Network: Netflix
- Genre: Reality TV
- Topics: Adventures
- TV rating: TV-MA
- Last updated: March 17, 2023
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