Common Sense Media Review
By Melissa Camacho
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Fun, sharp late-night satire with Bee's usual smart humor.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 14+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Watch
Videos and Photos
Full Frontal with Samantha Bee
Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 25 parent reviews
Parents say the show has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many viewers finding it unfunny, one-sided, and propagandistic. Critics argue that the host's obsession with politics, particularly anti-Trump sentiments, detracts from any comedy, while a small minority praise the show for its clever commentary and promotion of gender and racial equality.
- biased commentary
- unfunny content
- political obsession
- one-sided views
- strong opinions
Summarized with AI
Summarized with AI
Based on 4 kid reviews
What's the Story?
FULL FRONTAL WITH SAMANTHA BEE is a late-night talk show starring former Daily Show field correspondent Samantha Bee. From discussing the flubs of political candidates to tackling issues such as abortion, she offers her humor-infused thoughts about current events. Adding to the fun are a variety of news and popular culture video clips, along with humorous segments produced "on the field," during which she and her producers talk to people about topics related to that week's episode.
Is It Any Good?
This no-holds-barred series offers lots of fun, irreverent humor with a feminist flair. But behind the sex jokes and strong language is some intelligent commentary about the American political climate, as well as relevant social and economic issues.
Bee's brand of sharp humor is occasionally crude, but the overall show is full of laugh-out-loud moments. Fans of The Daily Show with John Stewart will be drawn to it, and people looking for some good satire will certainly find it here.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about comedy. What is the difference between a parody and a satire? Should serious topics ever be a source of humor?
Families can talk about the late-night-talk-show format. Why do you think it's popular? Does having a woman as the host change anything about this particular show?
TV Details
- Premiere date : February 8, 2016
- Cast : Samantha Bee
- Network : TBS
- Genre : Comedy
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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