Common Sense Media Review
By Melissa Camacho
,
based on child development research. How do we rate?
Hidden-camera show features laughs and bawdy behavior.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 13+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Watch
Videos and Photos
Betty White's Off Their Rockers
What's the Story?
BETTY WHITE'S OFF THEIR ROCKERS features an outrageous group of elderly hipsters playing pranks on unsuspecting twentysomethings. Hosted by actress and comedienne Betty White, the hidden-camera show features an ensemble cast of actors like Michael Alaimo, Lou Beatty Jr., and Reatha Grey participating in a variety of carefully crafted stunts and candid sketches. In between these scenes, White offers sassy commentary and words of wisdom based on what she's learned over the years.
Is It Any Good?
The show, which is adapted from a Belgian hit series, offers lots of hilarious moments as the cast engages in some crazy antics, like crashing into flower carts with motorized vehicles and flash dancing at a movie theater. Equally funny are the victims' reactions, which range from looking shocked to laughing hysterically from the weirdness.
It's all in good fun, but Off Their Rockers does have a fair bit of strong sexual innuendo, salty language, and bawdy behavior, making it an iffy choice for younger viewers. But it's not mean spirited, and teens and adults who can handle this sort of thing will enjoy lots of laughable moments that remind us that getting older doesn't mean that you can't still be outrageous, sexy, or fun.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how society views the elderly. What are some of the stereotypes about the aging? Does the media contribute to these stereotypes? Do you think shows like this one help to break them?
When do pranks cross the line? What's an example of an inappropriate or harmful prank? How does it feel to be the butt of a joke?
TV Details
- Premiere date : January 16, 2012
- Cast : Betty White , Reatha Gray
- Network : NBC
- Genre : Reality TV
- TV rating :
- Last updated : March 14, 2020
Did we miss something on diversity?
Research shows a connection between kids' healthy self-esteem and positive portrayals in media. That's why we've added a new "Diverse Representations" section to our reviews that will be rolling out on an ongoing basis. You can help us help kids by
Suggest an Update
Common Sense Media's unbiased ratings are created by expert reviewers and aren't influenced by the product's creators or by any of our funders, affiliates, or partners.
See how we rate