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    Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 13.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    NBC shows streaming online; some iffy stuff.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 13–18

The good stuff

  • Educational value:

    Not an issue.
 

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    There's a link to Access Hollywood which often has articles about plastic surgery and young starlets which could promote poor self-image in teens and young adults; questionable themes of deception, pride, materialism, gambling, evil-doers in other shows.

  • Violence:

    Graphic images in Medium and Heroes show decapitated head, murder, guns, blood.

  • Sex:

    Full episodes available on site; some sexual innuendo, banter, activity; couples kissing, half-undressed women, blatant display of cleavage and focus on female assets on different shows. Coastal Dreams is soap aimed at teens and young adults and is available only on NBC.com. It's sexy and melodramatic, with love triangles and skimpy clothing.

  • Language:

    Mild language; "ass," "hell," "damn."

  • Consumerism:

    Only advertising for shows and link to buy show merchandise. Few commercials. Some shows showcase different brands.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Some social drinking and smoking on available show episodes.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About NBC

Parents need to know that there are full episodes and video clips available on this site -- that means primetime content (think, The Office, Heroes, Law & Order) meant for mature audiences. There is a link to Saturday Night Live that also shows many skits that may not be appropriate for younger ages. The message boards aren't monitored, but posts seem to stay on topic, and users can report inappropriate posts.

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