Common Sense Media Review
By Megan Andersen
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Family, faith, and grief intertwine after loss in drama.
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It's Not Like That
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What's the Story?
IT'S NOT LIKE THAT follows two families brought together by friendship after a divorce and a devastating cancer loss, as they navigate single parenthood, grief, and raising teens. The story weaves between the parents' complicated, slowly developing romance and the kids' struggles with identity, friendship, and fitting in at school. Set against a backdrop of church and community, the series explores faith, doubt, sense of self, and healing in the face of change.
Is It Any Good?
This series can feel a little cheesy at times, but leans hard into heartfelt moments and emotional speeches. For parents of teens, It's Not Like That tells a genuinely grounded story about teens navigating grief, identity, and shifting family dynamics in a way that feels honest and relatable. The adults drive the plot with romance and faith (but don't beat you over the head with it), but it's the kids' struggles, friendships, drama, bullying, and finding their place keep the series anchored in reality.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how people handle big life changes such like divorce, sobriety and death. What are healthy ways to cope, and who do you turn to when you're struggling? What kind of people are in your support system?
Parents can talk about friendships, peer pressure, and standing up for others when it might not feel popular. What would you do in a situation where someone is being bullied or left out? Is there anything you can do to be a better friend?
While all the teens go through various stages of grief, they feel alone and frustrated. How can you connect with your teen in a calm, open-minded way that allows them to feel safe to share?
TV Details
- Premiere date : May 15, 2026
- Cast : Scott Foley , Erinn Hayes , Leven Miranda
- Network : Prime Video
- Genre : Drama
- TV rating :
- Last updated : May 21, 2026
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