Common Sense Media Review
By Stephanie Morgan
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Vaping, language, innuendo in ho-hum family comedy.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 13+?
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Dinner with the Parents
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What's the Story?
Based on the British comedy Friday Night Dinner, DINNER WITH THE PARENTS follows the Langer family (two parents, two adult sons, and a grandmother) as they gather for their weekly family dinner. Their interactions are filled with playful bickering, boundary-pushing antics, and comedic chaos, often involving their eccentric neighbor.
Is It Any Good?
Though anchored by seasoned comedy actors Michaela Watkins (Casual), Dan Bakkedahl (Veep), and Carol Kane (The Princess Bride), the series fails to live up to its promise. The central family in Dinner with the Parents is dysfunctional but lovable, and their interactions are based on relatable family dynamics. Unfortunately, the jokes land flat more often than not, making for a predictable and ultimately disappointing viewing experience.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about family traditions. The show revolves around a weekly family dinner. What are some traditions your family has? Why do family rituals matter?
Talk to your kids about the grandma's vaping and its presentation as being funny. What is your family's stance on vaping and why?
Discuss how the show portrays characters making bad decisions for laughs. How does watching certain behaviors in media affect real-life choices?
TV Details
- Premiere date : April 18, 0004
- Cast : Michaela Watkins , Dan Bakkedahl , Carol Kane
- Network : Freevee
- Genre : Comedy
- TV rating :
- Last updated : March 3, 2025
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