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Xavier: Renegade Angel

(Rated TV-MA, Comedy, Starring John Lee, Vernon Chatman, Where to watch: Cartoon Network, DVD, Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 16, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 16.
  • Is it any good?

    2.0
  • Common Sense says

    Purposely offensive CGI series isn't for kids.

Themes in this show include:   revenge

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 16–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The show doesn't pretend to be offering anything other than dark, adult-oriented humor. Expect frequent negative stereotypes (of homosexuals, small-town residents, and many more).
  • Role models:

    Xavier has a moral center but is self-absorbed and lacks any real power. Many characters are portrayed stereotypically; many others make crude fun of characters based on these stereotypes.
  • Violence:

    Pushing, shoving, and frequent punches to the groin area. Some graphic violence, like pulling limbs from people and animals and blood spattering. Also shows the charred remains of Xavier's adoptive father.
  • Sex:

    Lots of strong sexual innuendo and crude references to oral sex, sexual intercourse, and incest. Animated characters are seen naked (buttocks and breasts visible) while showering or having sex. Male genitals are blurred. Same-sex kissing and making out visible.
  • Language:

    Strong language includes words like "hell" and "ass." Also frequent use of derogatory words like "honky" and "dyke."
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Beer drinking. References to drugs, including crack.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Xavier: Renegade Angel

Parents need to know that this animated Adult Swim series is intended for mature audiences only (and opens with a disclaimer saying so). It's full of crude references to oral sex, same-sex relationships, and incest; cartoon nudity (buttocks and breasts are visible; male genitalia is blurred); and blood (limbs are torn from people and animals, etc.). Racial and homophobic epithets ("honky," "dyke," and more) are used frequently, and the stream of words like "ass," "bitch," and "hell" is endless.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the use of stereotypes in TV shows. Why do show creators use derogatory language to create humor? Does using this language in adult programming make it more appropriate? Does anything in the show shock you, as well as make you laugh?
  • How does the media typically portray people and cultures that seek spiritual guidance? Which cultures rely on ancient guides and rituals to guide them through life? What kind of answers are people who practice spiritual guidance looking for?

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  1. Adult Reviewer
    I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Great for teens and adults. little kids should be in bed

    I love this Show! I hate parents who try and shelter their kids from real world things, granted this show is not for everyone but there is nothing wrong with it. I wastch it every night when its on.

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Rhode Island
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 1.0

    Meerkats have lots of friends

    Bff's!

  3. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Lives in Ohio
    I rate this title off for age 2 and give it 4.0

    what the......

    first of all this show is really weird and offensive and there is pretty graphic cartoon violence. a lot of nudity and raunchy sexual diolouge. there really is no language except for many crude sexual terms. A lot of graphic violence bloody sprays from wounds and people regularly muillated or disemboweled. so i'd be careful letting your kids watch this

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 17 and give it 5.0

    I searched for this show on google...

    ...and I found this website. Alright, so this show isn't for kids. Nonetheless, it is another ingenious piece of humor from the creators of Wonder Showzen. The first episode was iffy for me, at least as far as the comedy went. But as the series progressed, it only got better. I just wish the season wasn't over so soon. But as it says on the official Xavier/Pffr website, season 2 is foretold.

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Nebraska
    I rate this title on for age 17 and give it 5.0

    Like, the best show ever!

    This show is just so funny, really really is. If your sense of humor is basically just made up of Dane Cook or Family Guy then this isnt for you, but all things else concern, its just hilarious. This show is full of wisdom and is best when your high. I thought i was about crap my pants from this, like Xavier would say "Who ever found it, browned it". Also if you can get your hands on some acid, this is a must to watch. Shrooms do the job also.

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