Killing It
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Killing It
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What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Killing It is a mature comedy starring Craig Robinson as a man who stumbles upon snake hunting as a way to make the money he needs to open his own business. The series includes many scenes with language, and one scene with characters acting out a porn scene. The show's violence includes gun violence, fire, and vehicular manslaughter. However, the series has a good message about teamwork, perseverance, and reaching your goals.
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What's the Story?
KILLING IT is a journey of a man who wants to live out his dreams. Craig (Craig Robinson, The Office) is a man trying to keep his father's legacy alive by becoming an entrepreneur. But racial discrimination in banking prevents him from getting the loan he needs. A haphazard rideshare event brings Craig the realization that he can get his money by winning a snake-hunting contest.
Is It Any Good?
Though just a touch above a middling comedy, viewers will have a few laughs and might also learn a bit about the phenomenon of "banking while Black" (racial discrimination in the banking industry). Killing It touches on its societal commentary with a deft hand, and the actors make such a heavy topic as funny and light as it can possibly be.
The show also has heart; its main throughline is about honoring a family legacy, and how to make your loved ones -- and yourself -- proud. The show also gets brownie points for increasing representation for disabled people via the character Camille (Stephanie Nogueras), who is Craig's (Craig Robinson) ex-wife and mother of their daughter. Overall, Killing It is fun and light, even with significant amounts of adult humor.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about legacy. Why do we feel it is important to leave a legacy? What kind of legacy do you want to create?
How does teamwork and perseverance help Craig achieve his goals?
How does Craig try to honor his father's memory? Why does he want to make his father proud? How is Craig a good father?
TV Details
- Premiere date: March 31, 2022
- Cast: Craig Robinson, Rell Battle, Scott MacArthur, Claudia O'Doherty, Stephanie Nogueras
- Network: Peacock
- Genre: Comedy
- Topics: Friendship
- Character Strengths: Integrity, Perseverance, Teamwork
- TV rating: TV-MA
- Last updated: May 10, 2022
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