Common Sense Media Review
By Emily Ashby
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Danger-prone cartoon offers little value to kids.
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Why Age 8+?
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Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 22 parent reviews
Based on 65 kid reviews
Kids say this show is hilarious and entertaining, appealing to older children and nostalgic adults, despite criticisms of its animation and some perceived lack of substance. Many fans argue it is a fun escape rather than an educational program, with some warning against younger kids imitating its stunts but still finding it inspiring and filled with positive messages about pursuing dreams.
- fun and entertaining
- polarizing opinions
- unrealistic stunts
- nostalgia factor
- not educational
- appeals to tweens
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What's the Story?
Clarence "Kick" Buttowski (voiced by Charlie Schlatter) aspires to greatness, though not as a ball player or a dancer or any of the professions that usually entice youngsters. Instead Kick has his sights set on the noble career of daredevil -- and even at his young age, he's dedicated to mastering the craft. Famous for turning every obstacle into an opportunity, Kick and his friend Gunther (Matt L. Jones) traverse their hometown in search of potential training grounds, tackling each new challenge with equal parts guts and gusto.
Is It Any Good?
Superficial at best, KICK BUTTOWSKI: SUBURBAN DAREDEVIL is barely more than a hollow shell of action and adventure that offers little substantial content to support its structure. The show is so unrealistic that kids probably won't even relate to Kick's unlimited free time, absence of responsible authority figures, and superhuman ability to withstand extreme blunt-force trauma.
What's more, they're bound to pick up on the varying degrees of bullying the show presents as comedy, and the prevalent potty humor does little to offset any of this negative behavior. Sure, kids don't necessarily seek out character or plot development in the cartoons they watch, but with so many choices for out there for them, there's good reason to pass this one by.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about coping with challenges. Kids: How do you respond when faced with difficult circumstances? Who do you turn to for guidance? How do you respond if you don't succeed?
Kids: What do you think of the violence in this show? What might happen if someone tried Kick's stunts in real life? Do cartoons send the wrong message about the repercussions of dangerous activities?
Kids: How does this series compare to some of your favorite cartoons? Did you like the characters and the story? Did you learn anything from watching?
TV Details
- Premiere date : February 13, 2010
- Cast : Charlie Schlatter , Danny Cooksey , Matt L. Jones
- Network : Disney XD
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- TV rating :
- Last updated : December 8, 2025
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