Parents' Guide to Champion

TV Netflix Drama 2024
Champions TV Image: Déja J. Bowens and Malcolm Kamulete at the bottom in black and white. Above, they’re in color and hold mics.

Common Sense Media Review

By Ty'Kira Smalls , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 15+

Siblings turn into music rivals in British drama; swearing.

Parents Need to Know

Why Age 15+?

Any Positive Content?

  • Déja J. Bowens stands in a crowd, watching a performance on stage. She is case in blue and pink light.
  • Malcolm Kamulete wears a green puffer jacket and white t-shirt. She stands on the steps outside of a building.
  • (L to R) Malcolm Kamulete wears a blue puffer vest and black hoodie, Déja J. Bowens Kamulete wears a blazer covered in stars.

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What's the Story?

CHAMPION follows a brother-sister duo and their rise into the music industry. Bosco (Malcolm Kamulete,) freshly out of prison, is trying to restore his reputation in the rap industry. Despite having a team and a manager, the backbone of his career relies on the shoulders of Vita (Déja J. Bowens,) his little sister. She comforts him through his anxiety attacks, helps him get out of trouble, and even writes his music. Vita knows that any day now Bosco is going to make her his manager… until he doesn't. Fed up and underappreciated, Vita steps into the spotlight, much to Bosco's anger and dismay. As Vita finally uses her musical talents for herself, will getting the recognition she deserves be worth putting her family relationships in jeopardy?

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say : Not yet rated
Kids say : Not yet rated

This series explores risking relationships for the cost of fame. Champion is tense and dramatic. Bowens and Kamulete portray the vulnerable and volatile sibling relationship very well. The characters are layered and complex, and audiences will be intrigued to watch their bonds unfold. Vita's journey into finding her voice (literally), and Bosco's redemption arc is a relatable and interesting watch.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about the impact of community in Champion. How does community affect the Champion siblings' lives? Why is it important to have community?

  • Many people expect Vita to take care of her brother. Why do you think that is? How does this affect Vita? Do you think it's fair? Are there any instances where the roles are reversed?

  • How are race and gender issues discussed in this series? What does it say about the justice system? Do you think that's accurate to current society?

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Champions TV Image: Déja J. Bowens and Malcolm Kamulete at the bottom in black and white. Above, they’re in color and hold mics.

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