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WWE NXT (Syfy)

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Wrestling pros roughly mentor rookies in the ring.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this series features wrestling matches choreographed to look violent and painful. As is typical with this kind of entertainment, it also includes lots of yelling, insult hurling, shoving, and occasional face slapping. Words like “screwed” are audible. Featured highlights of its parent show, Wrestlemania, contain some violent images and women in skimpy clothing. Kids should be reminded that the wrestling moves featured here are being performed by professionals and should never be tried at home.

Positive messages: The series highlights what it takes to become a WWE star, including appearing aggressive, violent, physically powerful, and often gloating in another's defeat or injury.
Positive role models: The pros mentor the rookies by yelling, insulting, slapping, and challenging them to matches, which corresponds with the WWE culture. Wrestlers are almost exclusively male, though occasionally a female wrestler is visible on the sidelines.
Violence: Yelling, screaming, insulting, and shoving is frequent. Wrestling matches are choreographed to look more painful than they really are, and show wrestlers slapping, kicking, stomping, and throwing people out of the ring. Rookies sometimes incur welts and other injuries. Some Wrestlemania highlights feature scenes of wrestlers in cages, with chains, and other violent images.
Sex: Wrestlers have bare chests and wear spandex tights and/or shorts. Ring girls wear tight clothes. Wrestlemania highlights sometimes briefly show women in bikini tops.
Language: Words like “screwed” are audible, plus plenty of general insults and name calling.
Consumerism: Wrestlemania match highlights are featured along with information on how to order encore presentations.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
  • Families can talk about what really goes into professional wrestling. Did you know that wrestling originated as a sport in Ancient Greece?  What kind of training do pro wrestlers have to have in order to safely perform in the ring? What is the difference between the sport and what you see in WWE shows?
  • How much of what you see in a WWE show is real? Is the animosity between wrestlers just a performance to entertain audiences, or is there something to it? Are the wrestlers really hurting as much as they seem to be during matches? Why do they make it look so violent? Parents: check out some of CSM’s advice about talking to your kids about some of these issues.
  • What is entertaining about people fighting and insulting each other? Do you think watching this kind of stuff is a way to experience anti-social behavior vicariously? Or does it influence you to imitate the behavior?

What's the story?

What's the story?
WWE NXT features eight pro wrestling stars mentoring eight wrestling rookies who hope to become part of the World Wrestling Entertainment tour. Each newbie is paired up with a pro like William Regal, CM Punk, and R-Truth to learn what it takes to be a true WWE fighter. As the pros challenge them to things like shouting catch phrases, hurling insults, and various wrestling matches, the rookies have to show they have what it takes to be the next new wrestling star. Commentators Josh Mathews and Michael Cole share their reactions to the events taking place both in and out of the ring, while show host Matt Striker interviews the rookies to get their thoughts about their experiences.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
The series combines the elements of a live event with the drama of a reality series to highlight some of the personality traits and skills WWE wrestlers need in order to be successful on the circuit. It also offers a chance for viewers to see some of today’s up-and-coming wrestling talent.

The mentoring offered here may not seem very constructive, but it is consistent with the culture of the wrestling entertainment world. The over-the-top challenges and reactions of their mentors are intended to get the rookies to perform in a way that corresponds with the show’s overall style. Wrestling fans will probably find the show a bit tamer than other WWE programs, but still find enough here to be entertained.

TV themes & details

TV Details
TV Rating: TV-14
Network: Syfy
Cast: Josh Mathews, Matt Striker, Michael Cole
Genre: Reality TV
Where to watch: Syfy
This review was written by Melissa Camacho
 
 

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dogsbark1
kid, 13 years old
6
 
it is rated pg! i love that show!
I watch it on *wwe*, and i love it
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wwekid
teen, 13 years old
17
 
Don't watch
The worst show ever and horrible acting. I rather listen to justin beiber than watch this.
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mr.kid
teen, 14 years old
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dont't watch
ya ik i hate this show soo much if you like wwe then watch raw or smack down nxt stinks sooo bad
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wwechampion
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WWE NXT
its awsome!
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undertakernumb ...
adult
13
 
ITRS NOT BALLET ITS WRESTLING
its WRESTLING NOT ballet. there is going to be some violence and some harsh language. they are trying to teach these people about the business and what goes on in and out of the ring. I have watched NXT and the language on there is NO WORSE than on any pg 13 movie out there. I wouldnt let the young kids watch it it probably to intense for anyone younger than say 13. These men and woman are hard working good people, at lot better people top look up to than some of the actor these days.
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ECW Is Rated ...
kid, 11 years old
7
 
The WWE's less violent show
WWE NXT Is Rated TV-PG-V
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SafetyFan453
teen, 13 years old
16
 
This show is better for older kids
My brother watches this alot and is starting to use some of thoes wrestling moves on us and he won't stop right away when my mom tells him to.Also the clothes can be a little revealing.
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icematthew14
teen, 14 years old
6
 
Young kids should be able to handle it
wwe is a little violent but it is great.Lots of young kids should watch it. It also sends a great message. You must train hard and practice to become the best. Work for what you want
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pie or pie
kid, 12 years old
10
 
ugh.... lame
wwe NXT is a show on the internet were its about rookies trying to make a life in the wwe. the show is kinda lame well if u like tag teams its not some of the matches are really long and boring some of the wrestling moves fail and the glorious 2 second diva matches reallly the divas only last about 2-3 mins long
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Dibil
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Teaches how to make your way up to become a superstar
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Superhuman
kid, 13 years old
11
 
Stupid
stupid shows
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LoveOwenWilson
teen, 15 years old
10
 
Wrestling is safe
My cousin saw it and said that besides the fact that they mention iPads and stuff, it's safe to watch.
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crazydenza10
parent of 11 year old
11
 
its rated tv PG not as bad as monday night raw that has words like p**s and the B word but nxt isnt that bad
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