Common Sense Media Review
By Stephanie Morgan
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
James Bond reality show has feats of bravery, materialism.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 14+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Watch
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007: Road to a Million
What's the Story?
007: ROAD TO A MILLION asks the question, "If you put ordinary people in a James Bond adventure, would they fold or rise to the occasion?" Ten questions have been placed in secret locations around the world; each time a team completes an arduous task to find one, and then answers the question correctly, they earn progressively larger amounts of money. On the tenth question they have the opportunity to win one million pounds. But any team that misses a single question is eliminated.
Is It Any Good?
A competition show that elevates the reality TV genre with its cinematic presentation, stunning scenery, and captivating stunts and scores. 007: The Road to a Million's unique premise invites viewers to join teams of two on an epic journey. The melodramatic tone, enhanced by Brian Cox's (Succession) villainous host role, adds fun to the competition. The Amazing Race meets Casino Royal, the series stands out for its cool factor and family-friendly appeal, offering entertainment for teens and parents as well as opportunities to develop wanderlust together.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the courage and perseverance shown by many of the contestants. Why are these important character strengths?
Talk about the places that the contestants visit and what it would be like to go there one day. Ask your children what parts of the world they'd most like to see and why. What's the value of travel?
Talk about the format of the show and how the host is presented as being the one who set up the challenges. Why is it presented that way if it's not true?
TV Details
- Premiere date : November 10, 2023
- Cast : Brian Cox , Josh Ali
- Network : Prime Video
- Genre : Reality TV
- Character Strengths : Courage , Perseverance , Teamwork
- TV rating :
- Last updated : January 9, 2025
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