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Bad Boys for Life
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Bad Boys for Life

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age 16+
Violent, crude buddy-cop "threequel" is chaotic, tired. Full expert review
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Dolittle
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Dolittle

Common Sense says
age 8+
Not the king of the jungle, but still cute; some peril/guns. Full expert review
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Like a Boss
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Like a Boss

Common Sense says
age 15+
Raunchy jokes, sex, and language in female buddy comedy. Full expert review
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Underwater
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Underwater

Common Sense says
age 14+
Kristen Stewart sci-fi survival thriller has scares, swears. Full expert review
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The Owl House
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The Owl House

Common Sense says
age 8+
Engaging, quirky fantasy series has broad viewing appeal. Full expert review




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