Parent reviews for Hannah Montana

The show focuses on Miley who is both a regular kid and, in her blonde wig, a famous singer. I avoided this show for years and finally allowed it. I feel that around age 8 or 9 it becomes age appropriate, although it's not a great show and has little to really for parents to like. It is entertaining for kids, but not anything special. The central family unit of the show is the dad and two kids; this family is sweet, but the two kids - Miley and her brother Jackson - are rude and disrespectful to the dad in most episodes. There are regular jokes about how old people are stupid and the dad is such a buffoon (even though, actually, he's okay). The kids come around at the end of each episode, make up with dad, and everyone is happy but I doubt many parents will appreciate the repeating theme that makes it seem like all parents are stupid and annoying (a Disney TV hallmark). Another thing I dislike about this show is the focus on crushes. There is nearly always some crush or budding romance on this show. There is a big focus on getting your crush to like you and on being in a relationship even if it causes problems in other areas of your life. They would do much better to allow the characters to develop self-confidence and interests that don't rely on getting a boyfriend/girlfriend to like you. There is mild kissing and the frequent promise of kissing to come. Finally, the kids are not exceptionally nice, smart or interesting. They act mean, tease each other, make faces and use insults. Some of these problems are in the dream sequences that the show uses, still, they get huge laughs from the laugh track and send the message that meanness is funny and cool. In short - this show is dumb. It goes for cheap laughs and misses opportunities to present positive images. Hanna could be a great model for kids to work hard, follow their dreams, reach for the stars, etc. Or, the dad could be a great example of a single parent who works hard and supports his kids - they could respect and appreciate him for all the support, love and guidance he gives them. I could go on and on. There's lots of potential here; many ways in which this show could have been a good one, but - as usual - Disney has failed miserably. The good messages all get lost because they are so greatly outnumbered by the bad messages. Try to find something better for your kids to watch.

Exosure to this show made my daughter think it was appropriate to treat adults in a manner which is rude and disrespectful. About two weeks after we blocked this show our 8 year old daughter's diposition towards adults imroved greatly. Unfortunately, many shows geared toward tweens do represent a lot of flippant behavior, but the character of Hannah Montana treats her father with such a "no duh, dad!" kind of attitude, it's particulary detrimental.

I find the Hannah Montana show utterly ridiculous. She behaves like a brat, inconsiderate towards her dad, friens, brother, resources, but herself. I have banned my children from watching this show. there are numerous other shows. I really would like to know, what is the underlying theme of the show apart from the fact that its about a spoilt teen star. Not that children who will watch will become like her, but just to show Hannah's selfishness and self-centredness on TV is an utter waste. I dont call it entertaining either.

I think Hannah is rude. I wound not let my child talk to me or her friends that way. Too much sarcasm, put-downs, disrespect. humor is for older children.

Its so sad that these young ladies have to cake on soo much make up. Even in the first seasons it was really inappropriate. I watched it but didn't let my son. Not to mention that the behavior and attitudes are really disrespectful. And yes the idea that you can only be cool if you are a rock star is not appealing.

I watch Hannah Montana before since when I was 14-years-old.

Girls and boys talk about each other in the context of romantic relationships, dating, and kissing, but no sex. Tweens will certainly notice the glitz and glamour of the pop princess, but her actual appeal is how she faces everyday challenges in this dynamic part of development. (Note: The show's fourth and final season is promoted under the title Hannah Montana Forever.)

Now that Hannah and the rest of the kids are grown up, the shows are mostly about dating and stuff. So, not appropriate for young kids

I really didn't think this was a good show - the characters are NOT good role models at all. Some of the comedic bits were a bit funny (some, not all). It started out OK - even though I still think it's dumb to promote that you have to put on such a facade to be popular. Miley became a role model for young girls, and when she changed from "innocent child actress" to superstar diva-I believe that changed the rating of the show, because despite what some people think - the actors really do have an effect on ones views of the program.